December 5, 2006, 4:25 AM CT
Sony Launched Its Blu-ray Player, Just in Time for Christmas
With the ability to play back just about all Blu-ray format discs (together with store-bought, write-once, and rewritable media) and featuring 1080p and HDMI outputs, the BDP-S1 player can play the DVDs as well. You will be able to own the hot Blu-ray player for about $600 (or $500 for the lower version).
If you are not in a mood to spend a big amount for the new arrival, PlayStation 3 can also play back Blu-ray movies presenting 1080p as well as HDMI. Therefore, it is up to you, whether you want to view movies on original Blu-ray format or PlayStation 3 turned Blu-ray. Choice is yours!........
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December 4, 2006, 4:45 AM CT
Outdoor XM Antenna
The main problem with XM radio is that the reception is really poor at some places. The problem becomes more weird when you have an XM tuner installed in the basement of your house.
Some countries have terrestrial repeaters to combat some of the problems but still the reception is not that great. The problems range from no audio to a complete drop out of the signal.
To solve the problem the best idea is to go for an outdoor XM Antenna. A Terk XM6 Outdoor Antenna works great.
The installation is not at all tricky and you will easily have it done in some hours. All the Installation requires is a RG-6 cable between the tuner and the roof.
The kit has a Female Connector to XM antenna connector, which you have to attach to one end of the RG-6 cable and the second end to the Antenna itself.
That's all you are done and now there should be full signal strength on your tuner.........
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November 29, 2006, 9:29 PM CT
Gifts under $100
Eventhough seen on Project Runway judging up and comers, Michael Kors had fashion design street credibility long before the show. Here is his "Astor" Cell Phone case from his MICHAEL line. The best part is that it is only one piece from his "Astor" accessory collection, allowing for complete fashion coordination. Available at Nordstrom in Black (shown) or Luggage, for $48.00. (Ray).
Create your own home-made yogurt with the Automatic Yogurt Maker in less than half a day. Of course, the procedure would involve some work from your end to create the initial mixture, which you pour into the provided glass jars when ready. Then set the timer and relax as you wait for some creamy, delicious home-made yogurt. The yogurt maker retails at Williams Sonoma at $39.95. (Kanchana).
I love this retro inspired radio designed by Marco Pulga & Luc Artioli for Lexon Design. The LED display reads green for FM and red for AM. Currently available at designstore.com in wood (shown) for $60 or in colored rubber for $48. (Ray).........
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November 29, 2006, 9:27 PM CT
Elegant Leather-Coated Portable HDD
Prestigio Technologies Ltd. is already known for its mobile storage product line. It has added one more glorious product to its line by announcing the availability of is Data Safe II portable hard drive coated in smooth leather. The product features high capacity, additional security and easy back-up functions.
The device is available in 40, 60, 80, 100 or 120 GB capacity modifications based on 2.5" HDD. You can make a choice between the black or brown coating. The product has a provision to clone your data for back up with a one touch backup system. You can ensure the data security by assigning a password to its software-based password system. The best part is its plug and play feature, as it needs no external power supply and can power itself from a USB 2.0 port.
The masterpiece comes packed in a "fashionable box" and is available with Prestigio's local dealers across Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa.........
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November 28, 2006, 8:39 PM CT
True HD in Your Pocket
The name Canon has always meant photographic and broadcast television cameras with optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance, and the latest in technological advancements. Canon's new High Definition video camcorder is no exception.
The stylish Canon HV10 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality - in the world's smallest HDV camcorder*. Its 10x optical zoom lens and 2.96 Megapixel CMOS image sensor ensure meticulous detail and superior color reproduction. And, with its HD and Standard Definition recording modes, you can make the move to HD without making your SD equipment obsolete.
The HV10 is easy to use and delivers the high level of performance you've come to expect from Canon. It's the premium quality camcorder that sophisticated and discerning videographers have been waiting for.
If you've already got an HDTV at home but don't yet have camcorder to match, check out the Canon HV10 HD Camcorder ($1020). This puppy is diminutive in size, but big on features — features like true 16:9 recording in everything from 480 to 1080p, with a 10x zoom, 2.96 megapixel sensor for still images, a Super-Range Optical Image Stabilizer to reduce "shakey-cam" footage, and a 2.7 widescreen LCD. You'll never have another Standard Definition holiday.........
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November 27, 2006, 4:35 AM CT
MSI M677 - Laptop with Crystals
If the Gold USB Hub got your attention, this laptop with crystals should probably have the same effect.
On the outside the MSI Crystal M677 has 120 pieces of Austrian crystal located on the laptop lid, while on the inside there is an AMD Turion 64 x2 processor that can handle 2GB of RAM memory. The whole package includes a built-in 1.3megapixel camera, a 15.4-inch screen, a DVD burner, a GeForce Go 7600 video card, and bluetooth + Wi-Fi on the connectivity sections.
It seems like the creators aren't only worried about the outside aspect and beauty, the performance is important too. On a serious note, I find it very silly how people waste money on gadgets that have jewelry, it is not suppose to be that way but since money falls of the trees to the rich personas, they are free to do whatever they want. At least this product combines top notch specifications with luxury instead of low quality specs.........
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November 22, 2006, 5:07 AM CT
Rensselaer Incubator Company Receives 2006 "Best of What's New" Award
Celery LLC has developed a mail service device that allows users to send and receive e-mail without the use of a computer.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Incubator Program today announced that Celery LLC has been selected as one of the winners of the 2006 "Best of What's New" award by Popular Science. Each year, the editors of Popular Science review thousands of products in search of the top 100 tech innovations of the year, breakthrough products and technologies that represent a significant leap in their categories. Celery has developed a mail service device that allows users to send and receive e-mail without the use of a computer.
"Entrepreneurship is ingrained in the Rensselaer culture, and the founders of Celery have had an opportunity to nurture their technological venture as a means of commercializing discovery and innovation within an academic setting," said Michael Tentnowski, director of Rensselaer's Incubator Program. "It is very rewarding for them to receive this recognition from Popular Science as it demonstrates Rensselaer's extraordinary history of fostering discovery and innovation, moving ideas from the lab to the global marketplace. This award is the result of the company's combined vision, analytical capabilities, and entrepreneurial way of thinking to change the world for the better".
The winners were honored during an awards ceremony held in New York City on Nov. 6.........
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November 19, 2006, 9:17 PM CT
Shocking Games
The English have an entire line of "Shocking" games (not even going to try and psychoanalyze that). First up, there's the popular "Shocking Liar" based on -- from what I can tell -- lie detector science. Warm up questions are used to regulate your readings. Ready? ZAP! It says you lied. The game measures the 'lie levels," using a sequence of five LEDs going from red to green. Seems you weren't close enough to the truth.
Then there's the "Shocking Arm Wrestling". Let me tell you from experience that the first couple of times it's funny, but no adult is going to want to be shocked three times.
For the masochistic, there's always the classic. Place your finger in one of the four chambers, push the button and await your fate.........
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November 18, 2006, 7:25 PM CT
Radar Mobile Video Sharing
Radar.net, the mobile photo sharing application, has just introduced a video version. As with the main service -- and unlike its rivals -- it's designed for sharing only among a select group of friends. When you sign up, you get a unique Radar.net email address to send your images to - you can then invite friends to view your pictures and comment on them. You can use Radar on the web, or view the mobile version on your cellphone.
John Poisson, Founder and CEO of Tiny Pictures, says, "Video clips in Radar work just like pictures: shoot a video with your phone and post it to your Radar, where your invited friends can see it and leave comments. Video clips become part of an ongoing visual conversation with your friends".
(BTW, this is the kind of guy you want to buy stock in -- John Poisson was former head of mobile media research and design groups at Sony in Tokyo, before founding Tiny Pictures in S.F.).........
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November 13, 2006, 8:43 AM CT
Diskette Handbag from Fractalspin
This whimsical little handbag, made by Zelle and available at Fractalspin, is a bit of a surprise. From a distance, what you see is a black bag with interesting metallic shapes forming an eye-catching pattern. Up close, you notice that it's made of recycled computer diskettes (12 genuine 1.44 MB diskettes, to be exact). A magnetic latch holds the two sides together at top (though it doesn't close the opening all the way). For a different look, you can remove the latch and take out the bottom liner to convert it into a slim bag you can hold close to your body.
The label on the bag suggests that you "allocate interior pockets to manage internal fragmentation." There are five interior pockets -- 2 with snaps, two elasticized, and one zippered) -- for your cell phone, iPod, credit cards and cash, lipstick, etc. The main compartment is big enough to hold a book, a pack of tissues, a hairbrush, candy. "Available memory: 17.28 MB." Gimmicky, yes, but super cute. It's $65 on the Fractalspin website.........
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