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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

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  1. Top 10 Eco-Friendly and Green Gadgets of 2011! #EarthDay - 2011-04-22 16:35:08-04
    Well, today is that day folks, it’s called Earth Day and you know what? It’s time for the most eco-friendly and green gadgets of 2011! Solar LED Desk Lamp – I work right by a big window that gets a lot of sunlight.  This Solar LED Desk Lamp will definitely cut your desktop electric bill to near zero because it can be fully-recharged and provides 5 hours of light. Best of all, it comes with a 12-feet outdoor-rated wire to the solar panel, meaning you can put the solar panel outside and convert all those UV rays into desktop power.  I am actually going to get this, I love this. USB Solar Charger/Battery Pack – This one is great for trips where you won’t have access to power as you will get 2 full charges on a smartphone plus more if there’s sunlight.  I would just have one in my car just in case I get stuck in the middle of nowhere and my car breaks down while my phone dies from no battery. The Sunforce 60-watt Solar Charging Kit is a DIY solar panel kit that gives you up to 60-watts of power.  The great thing about this solar … Continue reading
  2. Apple Sues Samsung, Samsung Sues Apple! - 2011-04-22 17:39:51-04
    So Apple sues Samsung last week and today we hear news that Samsung sues Apple (not a counter-sue but on different matter). Now here’s the really funny part, Samsung is one of the largest supplier’s of Apple’s products for iPhone/iPad/iPod semiconductors. Why would you do that to Samsung Apple? I know, I know, we’ve been through this like a hundred times before, Apple just likes to sue and leave nails sticking out in other people’s businesses. In fact, Samsung’s Chairman Lee Kun Hee says, “When a nail sticks out, [people] try to pound it down.”  I think he means that Apple will go down and Samsung will stop supplying parts to Apple. The most frustrating thing for me as a consumer, “is why?” Apple acts like they’ve invented everything when they don’t realize that much of parts that go in it were invented by someone else (like Samsung).   And now Samsung sues them back for what they should have done long time ago.  And I don’t get how they have the “balls” (that’s right I said balls if you want to hear it again) to sue one of their major suppliers (who can probably drive them out of business … Continue reading
  3. The USS Enterprise in Flight - 2011-04-25 02:31:34-04
    This is a great video that shows just how cool the USS Enterprise would look in flight if it actually ever was built! this amazing video shows how the ship turns and moves, with no sign of any propulsion. It is just a pity that it is so obviously a swimming pool! Source [Geeks are Sexy]   [galley]  
  4. Gamers get motion control with Razer - 2011-04-25 02:59:28-04
    This is the Razer Hydra, it is a motion controlled device with two handheld grips that have the buttons on one, while the analogue control toggle is located on the other. it is a touch of the Wii for gamers who want to experience total control of their game play and too see just how cool this can be check out the video. These are the features and specs for the brilliant motion control Razer Hydra; Thumb-ergonomic analog stick for fluid control Four Hype response action buttons Rapid-fire trigger and bumper for faster in-game response True six degree-of-freedom magnetic motion tracking Lightweight, anti-tangle braided cable Priced at $139.99 with Portal 2 game Source [Technabob]      
  5. Sarco to the dancing robot - 2011-04-25 04:00:08-04
    This is Sarco the robot, it has been developed by the Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon. the robot demonstrates balance and weight shifting from one leg to the other, something that we humans are good at! The robot may not be too steady or fast, but in robotics this is a giant leap as balance is the key to robots being able to carry out all sorts of different jobs that we human types seem to feel are below us these days. Source [Nerd Approved]    
  6. Pick your colour! - 2011-04-25 05:00:45-04
    If you have seen a colour that looks very nice, but you have no idea as to what the shade is, then do not despair because there is a way of getting the exact shade with this clever tool. It is the Pantone COLOR CUE 2.1 and it simply scans then produces the right colour code, which is ideal for designers etc. Technical Details for the Pantone COLOR CUE 2.1; Portable, battery-powered device. Store and recall up to 30 color readings. Identifies neighbourhood colours – lighter/darker colours, redder/greener colours, yellower/bluer colours, close colours. New and improved LCD display Stylish protective case. Priced at $262.29 Source [Incredible Things]      
  7. The Blink Cyclists Helmet - 2011-04-25 06:00:12-04
    Any driver will know that being behind a cyclist apart from being super slow you never know when or where they are going to stop or change direction, which can be very dangerous! However, all of this could soon change with the Blink Cycle Helmet! This is currently a concept design, so it will be a while before this actually gets on the market even if it is taken up by a manufacturer. But from a safety point of view the idea is that the driver behind will see standard type signals such as red for braking and orange for direction indicators, it's cool and safe! Source [Geeky Gadgets]      
  8. A different kind of wallet - 2011-04-25 07:00:19-04
    Here is a something that looks interesting, it is the Pokitt this is a case that has enough room inside for a couple of cards etc, yet it is flexible and strong too, just what you need when travelling around and you dont want to carry a large bulging wallet with you. These are the details and features for the interesting card storage device; Pokitt is an Ultra Slimline Wallet moulded from a soft & flexible Polymer material. Pokitt is only 12.5mm (less than ½" thick) X 90mm X 60mm. Pokitt contains room for only the bare essentials you need & when you do not want to carry a bulging purse or wallet. Features – Ultra Slimline Design; Fits 2 X Credit Cards, Transport Cards, Drivers Licence; Soft & Flexible; Conforms to your body shape (you won’t know it’s there); Great Colour Combinations Available Priced at around $25 Source [Coole Material]      
  9. Bacon and Cupcake Dental Floss - 2011-04-25 08:00:44-04
    If there are two flavours that we love a lot, it has to be bacon and cupcakes, so imagine my excitement when I found this waxed dental floss that comes in either bacon or cupcake flavours the quest is over! Here are the features and specs for the Bacon and Cupcake Dental Floss; Keep your teeth healthy and your tongue happy with these tasty flosses. The bacon floss tastes like bacon and the cupcake floss tastes like frosting! Waxed dental floss. Total Floss Length: 27.3 yds (25m) Priced at $3.99 Source [Think Geek] Bacon and Cupcake Dental Floss  
  10. Bacon and Cupcake Toothpaste - 2011-04-25 09:00:32-04
    To finish off a selection of tooth related products, I have managed to find some cool toothpaste that just happens to go with the floss that I just wrote about. This is proper toothpaste that instead of coming in a nice minty flavour comes in cupcake or bacon flavours, ideal for the non mint liking person who still requires a high level of oral hygiene. These are the features and specs for the strange but nice Bacon and Cupcake Toothpastes; Delicious toothpaste helps you brush longer for better oral health (and justice!) Bacon toothpaste tastes like bacon and the cupcake toothpaste tastes like frosting. Ingredients: Sorbitol, Water, Silica, Glycerin, Flavor, Cellulose Gum, Titanium Dioxide, Xanthan Gum. Net Wt.: 2.5 oz. Priced at $4.99 Source [Think Geek]    
  11. The Coolest exercise bike - 2011-04-25 10:00:38-04
    If you have been using the exercise bike during the summer months then you know just how hot it can be, but what about cycling in the pool! this bike takes exercise to another cool level as it has been designed to work while submerged in a pool, how cool it that, very cool you would imagine. Here are some features and details for the in pool exercise bike; Because the exercise is performed in water, the pool bicycle helps relieve stress on weight-bearing joints, increases flexibility, and improves balance and posture. The pool bicycle rests in as little as two feet of water–submerging it deeper increases the intensity of workouts, as does adjusting the angle of the blade’s four paddles. A waterproof LCD monitor displays time, speed, distance, and calories burned. Constructed entirely of durable nylon, ABS, and fibreglass, the device will not rust and resists salt water exposure. Can also be ridden on land (250 lb. capacity). Assembly required. Imported from Monaco. 43 1/2″ H x 35 1/2″ W x 35 1/2″ D. (36 lbs.) Priced at $899.95 Source [Hammacher and Schlemmer]    
  12. Rowing Bike - 2011-04-25 11:00:04-04
    Here is an interesting design for the bike, unlike conventional cycling this bike uses a rowing motion in order to provide forward motion, so the entire principle of cycling is completely changed from leg movement to shoulder and arms! These are the features and specs for the brilliant rowing bike; Because it engages all the major muscle groups along with cardio conditioning, the row bike provides twice the workout in half the time. And unlike indoor stationary rowers that can become monotonous to use, the row bike lets riders exercise amidst ever-changing scenery and terrain outdoors to keep workouts challenging and fresh. A thumb-operated gearshift mounted to the handlebar controls the seven-speed derailer; with front and rear caliper hand brakes. The rowbike’s lightweight 7,000 series aluminium frame rests on 20″ alloy wheels. Stationary footrests provide leverage for rowing while the padded seat glides smoothly along the frame as you ride. For riders 5’2″ and taller. Assembly required. 68″ L x 24″ W x 37 1⁄2″ H. (45 lbs.) Priced at $1,400.00 Source [Hammacher and Schlemmer]    
  13. Movie Monday: Terri, Submarine and The Big Bang - 2011-04-25 16:21:05-04
    Take a look at some of the best movie coming to theaters soon. Be sure to watch the trailer for Terri if you only choose to watch one. Brother’s Justice In this mockumentary farce, TV’s Dax Shepard attempts to make his lifelong dream of kicking ass in a martial arts movie come true. Shepard pulls out all the stops to make the perfect action movie, but no one in Hollywood shares his dream. This looks like a great comedy. The Bleeding House When a mysterious Texan shows up and things get freaky, the residents of a tiny mission find themselves paying for their sins. This indie horror flick looks like an instant classic. Very spooky, with the sort of scares that make you feel icky on the inside. Submarine ben Stiller is helping launch this British story about a 15-year-old Oliver Tate coming of age and discovering how to live.The reviews are spectacular and it reminds me a bit of a Wes Anderson movie. This looks like one of the most exciting films to come out of Britain in a while. Terri Jacob Wysocki and John C. Reilly star in this sleeper as an oversized, down-on-his-luck teen and the well-intentioned … Continue reading
  14. Make a splash - 2011-04-26 01:11:20-04
    This is a bowl that really does look like it makes a splash on the table. It is called the Bowl Dropp! This is bowl that is good for serving fruit or bread, but it is the bowl that will be getting all of the attention. Here are the details for the interesting Dropp Bowl; Dropp! Is made from silicone with a smooth shiny inside and a mat cool outside and is available in six different colours from powerful black over playful neo purple and neo red to stylish white. Priced at around $70 Source [Random Good Stuff]      
  15. Cool Apple Keyboard Design - 2011-04-26 02:00:35-04
    Could this possibly be the coolest Apple keyboard in the board? Well many people think so and to be perfectly honest I am going to have to agree with them. It is called the Engrain tactile keyboard, designed by student Michael Roopenian, the idea behind this style is that it gives the users a touch of natural materials in world surrounded by plastic and metals. This is a concept design at the moment, but as far as the design goes just look at the keys and the grain in the wood and you will then notice that it all matches, these keys are in fact made from one complete piece of wood. Source [Technabob]    
  16. Smart battery reuses worn out batteries - 2011-04-26 02:59:42-04
    You know that time when the AA or the AAA battery starts to run down, this is when we normal replace them and most of the time throw them away. However, it seems that these worn out batteries still have some life in them and this device called the R Battery has been designed to make the most of that remaining power by squeezing out the smallest amount of energy from one, which would normally end up in the bin. Source [Ubergizmo]      
  17. Some Pictures Need No Words - 2011-04-26 04:00:01-04
    Take a look at this image what do you see! There are those people who are going to know exactly what this looks like and then there are the other folks who think that this image is merely a window with the low sun shining through. Personally, I would to think that this is the portal from Portal 2! Source [Nerd Approved]    
  18. Google Admits Tracking Android User Movements - 2011-04-26 05:00:38-04
    While the tech world stood back in horror as it was found that the Apple were able to track users of the iOS system, it seems that they are not the only firm doing this little party trick as now it seems that Google are able and have been doing the same thing with users of Android powered devices. According to a Google spokesperson, “All location sharing on Android is opt-in by the user. We provide users with notice and control over the collection, sharing and use of location in order to provide a better mobile experience on Android devices.” They continued by saying, “Any location data that is sent back to Google location servers is anonymised and is not tied or traceable to a specific user.” The problem is the data being stored in the consolidated.db file the same as with the Apple iPhone, but this is easily sorted out by simply turning off the location services feature on the device, this works with both iOS and Android powered devices. Source [Geeky Gadgets]    
  19. The 19 in 1 Pocket Tool Kit - 2011-04-26 06:00:41-04
    If you are going to have a pocket tool, then you may as well go for the one with the most amount of tools on offer, in this case it is nineteen, yes this small pocket sized device offers the user nineteen different types of tool, which should be enough to get most people out of a scrape or two. These are the feature and specs for the Swiss-Tech Micro-Max XI 19-in-1 Pocket Tool Kit; Solid stainless-steel design features a patented quick-release and self-locking mechanism, and folds out into 19—yes 19—professional-grade tools Includes 2 hex wrenches, 6 screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutter, wire stripper, wire crimper, hand drill, file, bottle opener, 2 rulers (mm and in.) and 2 ruler extensions Precision pliers with posi-grip jaws lock to key ring when not in use Swiss-Tech Micro-Max XI 19-in-1 tool measures a mere 1-7/8 x 1-5/16" x 1/4" Priced at $14.95 Source [Cool Material]      
  20. 5.0 Megapixel Digital Spy Camera with 25% off - 2011-04-26 07:00:43-04
    This mini digital camera is like something from the cold war when spies were taking images of top secret documents and plans. However, unlike those devices this is digital and requires no film, as it has a small amount of internal memory, which can be increased with a micorSD card! These are the details and specs for the 5.0 Megapixel Digital Spy Camera; 5.0 megapixel spy camera Sleek metallic finish, leather case, and metal carrying chain Additional external flash module with screen that can be docked on to the side Image data can be saved in internal memory or expanded with micro SD cards up to 16GB Also includes USB cable for downloading photos to your computer Tiny size: 86 x 29 x 20 mm (less than 4 inches long!) Price was $199.99 the price now is the $149.99 that is a saving of 25% Source [Think Geek]    


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