Vizit digital photo frame



Isabella Products, Inc. and AT&T have teamed up to announce a brand new two-way, fully interactive digital photo frame in the industry which will be simply known as Vizit, where it will be running on the AT&T wireless network for all its connectivity needs. What is Vizit able to do? Well, for starters, it allows people to not only send but receive digital photos over the air while combining it with an easy-to-use interface, real time photo sharing, a full-touch interactive display and remote photo management from VizitMe.com. This special amalgamation of touch-screen technology, proprietary software and cellular connectivity offers a rich, yet effortless, photo sharing experience. We can expect Vizit to hit the market sometime early next year, which isn’t exactly swell news since that would mean missing out on the holiday shopping season this Christmas.

Relying fully on AT&T’s nationwide wireless network when it comes to sending and receiving photos, users are able to do so directly from the Vizit itself to friends and family via email or over to another Vizit, allowing you to build a private community of friends and family who are open to sharing their lives with a close circle at all times. This brings the photo sharing concept to a totally new level, where those who have access to Vizit are able to know what’s happening at that very moment – without having to wait for you to sort through and process a whole bunch of photos stashed away on your memory card. Sort of like a visual Twitter, so to speak.
Features of the Vizit include a 10.4″ high resolution touchscreen display complete with easy-to-use icons and an intuitive carousel menu that allows you to navigate through photos in a jiffy. You can create your own photo slideshows if you want to, rotate or enlarge them to fill up the entire screen. Each time new photos arrive, you can send replies back to the sender or forward said photos to other family and friends. You will require a monthly or annual photo plan to go along with the inital $279.99 price point, of course.

CanCam lets your soda do the watching

  We at Coolest Gadgets are no stranger to seemingly ordinary items that conceal spy cameras. The most recent was the fake car key from Brando. This one is very unusual, as it is a can of Coke, something that I would never suspect would try to film me.
This CanCam has 4GB worth of memory to record VGA quality video that can support 15 hours of continuous recording. As you can see, the lens is located slightly below the logo.
The on and off switch is located underneath the can itself, as well as the record button. There is a USB port there to help charge the camera, and is presumably there to download the video footage as well. It even has a remote control for even more secrecy.
You could leave this on your desk all day and feel comfortable knowing that all the actions of your co-workers will be under surveillance. Unless someone comes and looks too close, no one will ever know.
Of course, I’m sure people will probably wonder why someone has the same Coke can on their desk 24/7. I can’t help but wonder if the weight of the CanCam feels the same as a full can of soda, because that could easily ruin the effect.
If you want to see it for yourself, the CanCam can be purchased at the China Grabber website for a price of about $61.99.

Pure Move Palm Sized DAB Radio with Leather Case

 
If you’re a fan of DAB radio, now you can own a limited edition version that looks far better than most radios.  Despite that the radio itself has the same look you’re used to seeing, the case that comes with it adds quite a bit of color.  If you’re not a fan of red, don’t worry, it comes in more than just red.  Besides looking good, it has not only DAB radio, but FM as well.

The radio has a rechargeable radio that will keep your music going for up to 40 hours when it has a full charge.  It also has 20 different preset stations, textSCAN that pauses and controls DAB scroll text, as well as RDS to display the station name.  Like most radios, you can choose to listen through the speakers or plug in a pair of headphones.  The limited edition John Lewis case comes in midnight black and chili red.  It’s made out of real leather and will cost you £79.95.

Cricket to offer LG HELiX handset

 
When it comes to mobile carriers in the US, most people would probably think of the big three that comprise of Verizon Wireless, Sprint and AT&T. These giants operate on a totally different scale compared to the smaller mobile carriers, but that doesn’t mean that those outside of the equation won’t get cool handsets from time to time although it can be pretty rare for that to happen. Cricker Communications will be offering the LG HELiX from LG Electronics, marking LG’s reintroduction into the Cricket handset lineup after a time of absence. The LG HELiX will come in the form factor of a clamshell and not a candybar, so if you’re the type who loves flipping phones open and closing them with a satisfying smack, this is the one for you.

The LG HELiX will come with a large 176 x 220 2.0″ TFT 262K internal color display alongside a lesser 96 x 64 TFT 262K external color display. With its large keypad, users will be able to dial the desired number in a jiffy, while the increase in font size makes for a fast and easy read. This does lead us to wonder – was the LG HELiX designed to cater to those who are older among us and already have troubles trying to make out tiny print? Nice to know this entry-level phone does not come with a VGA camera but will instead contain a 1.3-megapixel camera for impromptu shots, while Voice Clarity brings speech intelligibility a notch higher, where it will automatically adjust hearing level when a user is receiving or sending calls in noisy environments. You can also opt to use a Bluetooth headset with this cellphone for your hands-free needs.
You can choose from silver or pink colors for the LG HELiX, where it will retail for $139.99 per handset. Guess this can start off as a first cellphone for college going kids (who will grumble because it is not an iPhone) and among the older population who want nothing more than a regular cellphone to keep in touch.

An Aquarium for fish who like to roam

 
I think that humans are probably the only animals who feel a need to have rooms in their domicile. A bear can sleep in a wide-open cave, a fox can sleep in a tiny hole, and a fish, when in captivity, sleep in a bowl.
If we lived like our pet fish, then we would all live in studio apartments that would, at best, have more useless space. Now this aquarium is something that would give any fish bragging rights. I mean, I can just see a celebrity fish boasting about this “bowl” on a fish version of Cribs.
I mean, look at the thing! It’s like hamster trails designed for fish! This is definitely one place a fish would not mind sharing with other fish. If Gil, the Willem Dafoe fish from Finding Nemo, was in this castle of a fish tank, he never would have tried to escape. This is what Oscar should be living in when he got rich in Shark Tale. Yeah, not many people make references to the latter movie.
Do you those rich people who spend a lot of money on their pets? Consider this $6500 investment a diamond-studded collar for your fish. Yes, that’s is how much this fish tank (if you can even call it that) actually costs. Why shouldn’t fish get some of the rich-doting action that is usually reserved for dogs and cats?

Sprint to offer Palm Pixi next month

 
Currently, there is only one WebOS-powered device in the market which is the Palm Pre, but that will change when November 15 rolls around as Sprint will be offering the second WebOS device known as Palm Pixi. While the handset has been previewed in the past, it is still rather exciting to know that the Pixi is finally ready to make the jump to the market, where it will cost you $99.99 with a two-year service agreement, where this happens right after a $50 instant rebate and $100 mail-in rebate. Looks like perfect timing to build upon for the upcoming holiday season, although we’re not too sure just how well the sales figures would be for Palm and Sprint during that quarter.

With the Palm webOS mobile platform being its main driving force, Palm Pixi users will be able to keep multiple activities open and move easily between them, similar to flipping through a deck of cards just like the Palm Pre. Gestures used will be natural, making it a snap to alternate between messaging, email and searching the Internet while listening to music simultaneously. All items can be rearranged simply by dragging them, and the much vaunted universal search makes it a snap to look for contacts and items straight from the Web or on the device itself.
The Palm Pixi will be released with its charger included in the box, although it can be used in tandem with the Touchstone charging dock as well if inductive charging is your cup of tea. Both the Touchstone and its compatible back cover are sold separately, allowing you to just place the Palm Pixi on top of the dock without having to worry about connection, orientation or fit. Will you be making the upgrade this holiday season then, or are you pretty much happy with the way things are at the moment?

The iHome iPod Docks get a Barbie theme

 
Instead of coming out with tons of fancy new models to add to their iHome collection, iHome is just adding a new finish for their old players.  This one to make their various iPod docks appeal to a much younger crowd.  Also a much younger very female bunch.  The ones that still love those tiny plastic Barbie shoes and find Ken’s bright white smile to be absolutely dreamy.  Thankfully they come in a range of sizes and prices to appeal to any parent’s budget.

Having more than one Barbie themed iHome iPod dock to choose from should make things a lot easier.  Although hopefully the girl you’re buying one for won’t grow out of her love of Barbie too fast.  The first choice is the small Barbie iHome Portable Stereo Speaker System that’ll only cost you $19.99.  Then is the Barbie Portable Water Resistant Stereo Sport Case that is priced at $39.99.  The middle sized dock is the Barbie iHome Dual Alarm Clock, set at $49.99.  That last of the bunch is the Barbie iHome Portable Stereo Speaker System for $79.99  all of which can be found through Toys R’ Us.  The nice thing with these is that you could easily read reviews on the original iHome versions of them to find out if these are going to be the right fit.

i.Tech Dynamic unveils SolarCharger 906

 
With more and more people taking up the green initiative, there is hope for the next generation just yet. After all, the idea of driving around in an electric car is appealing, with the engine being super quiet while knowing that you’ve done your bit not to enlarge the hole in the ozone layer by too much. Solar power is another aspect that more companies are looking into right now, but the conversion efficiency isn’t exactly up to snuff. i.Tech Dynamic aims to change things a little bit in the world of gadgets with its SolarCharger 906. Yes, you’ve guessed it – the SolarCharger 906 will rely on the sun’s rays to keep its internal batteries going and juiced up, but that doesn’t mean you can’t plug it into a power outlet when you need some rapid charging instead of waiting for a favorable weather report.

The SolarCharger 906 is a highly portable unit which enables consumers who are always on-the-go the opportunity to charge a variety of their devices including cellphones, PDAs and other handheld mobile devices. Measuring roughly the size of a deck of cards, the SolarCharger 90 is tiny enough to fit into your purse, tote, briefcase or glove compartment, and has a variety of tips to work with just about any device imaginable in the market today. It will have a a highly efficient solar conversion thanks to the incorporation of a high-performance monocrystalline solar panel and special solar chipset. When fully charged, this device can juice up one or more USB devices, as long as the target device’s charge capacity and current charge level are not too much. Apart from that, its internal battery is able to hold its charge for up to a year. In addition, it only needs to be juiced up to 40% of its total capacity to provide a cellphone with enough juice to last for an emergency call.
Since this is a solar-powered charger, it can withstand temperatures of up to 158 degrees Fahrenheit just in case you decide to leave this baking in a car. You can pick up the SolarCharger 906 for $59.99 from Amazon.

Brinell External Hard Drive comes packed full of style

 
My external hard drive is much like others, it’s plastic and not very interesting.  However, I have had no problems with it, so I see no need to replace it.  Yet I’m still a little envious of those that have managed to get their hands on an external hard drive that actually looks good.  Well this Brinell is another one of those drives that’ll leave many green with envy.

The wood grain look isn’t anything over the top, after all, it’s not like it’s covered in bright shiny crystals.  Instead it goes for an understated sophisticated look, but it’s just enough to give itself an edge over the usual plain plastic models.  Not only will it be available in the exotic wood shown here, but stainless steel, nappa leather and carbon as well.  Having that many choices should keep just about anyone satisfied.  The capacities come in a range of sizes that top out at 500GB.  Depending on the size they’ll be sold for anywhere from $284 on up to $344.  It’ll also come with a 1 year warranty.

Hands on Review of the Powermat. Verdict: Hands off my Powermat!

 
We covered that Powermat at CES last January, and I finally got a chance to try it out. It is a neat product, but there is a few things you should know about it.
I’m sure this is obvious, but the user has to buy Powermat adapters for whatever device that you have. That’s for the true wireless charging for your iPhone or BlackBerry or whatnot.
The Powermat comes with Powermat Powercube that has seven adapters including 2 DS Lites, one micro USB, one Sony, one Samsung, one LG, and one Apple for iPods. It also has a place for tip storage, a box that is about the same size of the Powercube. In all honesty, I wish they would have included another Powercube, as there already is a holder for the tips that is made of stiff paper.
The neatest thing about the Powermat is when you put the Powermat adapter on the Powermat itself, you literally hear a mechanical whirring sound. The Powermat has three magnetic places for mobile devices, and a light that comes on when it is locked in place and charging.
The Powermat can be purchased for about $99.99. Adapters for mobile devices as well as other Powercubes can be purchased for about $29.99. The wireless Powermat Receiver Dock for the iPod and iPhone is about $39.99.

GE’s handheld ultrasound scanner

 
I’m sure you have figured this out by now, but that device to the left is not a phone, but an ultrasound. Considering the last time I saw an ultrasound, it had a whole room devoted to it, but this one is the size of a Blackberry.
GE is the pioneer of this new mobile device called the Vscan. It is designed for doctors who are making house calls. Instead of bringing the patient to the hospital or doctor’s office, the device can come to the mother. I’ll bet that they have to use that really cold creamy stuff that is the bane of pregnant mothers everywhere.
GE has just unveiled this device at the Web 2.0 summit, and they estimate that its cost will be about $250,000. That is not enough for every expectant father to own one of these, but at least low enough so a hospital could have at least one handy.
Personally, I like the idea of every expectant father owning an ultrasound device. I heard Tom Cruise purchased a Sonogram machine when he was about to have baby Suri, and I think every new dad should watch with expectation the birth of their children. Perhaps the technology will improve and the ultrasound will be an iPhone app in a few years.

Leap Frog’s Didj

 
For those who have kids that have outgrown the Leapster and the Leapster2 might want to look into the Didj. This portable gaming system is designed for children ages 6 to 10, and has many cartridges (sold separately) that are both educational and entertaining, generally based on popular tween trends like High School Musical 3 and Hannah Montana.
Like the Leapster2, it is designed to be connected to the computer via USB for more interactivity. For example, kids can go online and trade the points they have earned for modifications in their game worlds. In fact, there was times that it demanded connectivity.
The Didj takes the connectivity further by allowing kids and parents to shape the learning online. So if a kid is having a hard time with certain times tables or certain spelling words, then he or she can have quizzes arranged for this. In short, it is customized learning coupled with entertainment where a child needs it the most.
Kids can also go online to create their own Didji characters in the online Didjerator. Think of it as a like the Mii channel on the Nintendo Wii. The Didj is available in many different colors, and requires 4 AA batteries. You should be able to pick it up at the Leap Frog website for about $69.99.

Hands on with the Leap Frog Leapster2

 
I had a chance to try out the Leap Frog Leapster a while ago, and I finally got a chance to try out the Leapster2.
Those who might not be familiar with the Leapster should know it is a handheld gaming system with an educational focus, designed for kids ages 4-8. It would appear that very little has changed as far as the layout of the Leapster2 in comparison to the original Leapster.
What makes the Leapster2 different from the original is the ability to plug it in to the computer via USB. From there, a kid can download games, preview titles, and access the online rewards and bonus games that they have earned playing the cartridge games.
Another feature that is different that its predecessor is that it has space for an SD card. You can save programs like drawings or pictures to the cards, and thus print them out or view later, but the slot is in a very awkward place. The SD card slot is actually behind the battery pack, and removing the card after you are done is somewhat difficult.
In short, the online and slot feature is the only difference between the Leapster2 and the original. Oddly enough, Leapster2 games can actually be played on the original Leapster, and vice versa. This is very odd, because most new versions of gaming systems might play old versions of the games, but very rarely does the newest version of games play on older systems. It would be like Playstation3 games playing on the PS2.
You should be able to purchase the Leapster2 from the Leap Frog site for a price of about $59.99.

Honda to sell Bicycle Simulator from next year onwards

 

Honda will be working on getting ready the Bicycle Simulator to hit the Japanese market from next year onwards, where it was specially built for traffic safety education. This simulator allows one to cycle through a variety of conditions (without having to go through the nasty experience of a fall and bruising your knees badly in the process), where one won’t have to worry about getting knocked down by a car racing up from behind. In addition, you will not have to go through the experience of having dirty water splashed all over you on a rainy day no thanks to inconsiderate motorists! This simulator will come with a range of courses including “going to school,” “going to the grocery store,” “going to cram school” and “going to a local shopping street” among others. It will target public offices, law-enforcement organizations, driving schools and educational institutions which conduct bicycle safety education programs as the market niche of their choice. Expect pre-sale orders to begin this November onwards.

Mickey’s Mouse-ke-Tag let’s your child smash Disney characters

 
This next product is for those parents who are tired of the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse show on Playhouse Disney, and really want to smash those annoying Disney characters once and for all.
Just kidding. Actually, it is a game designed for children ages three and up, and that mouse-eared masher that you see in the photo is something to merely cover the Disney characters. Mouse-ke Tag is a lot like the Hyper Dash game. In this case, the talking contraption orders the player to cover a certain character instead of smashing a numbered disc.
The first level is as easy as just smashing (covering) the characters who are called by name, but later levels involve learning levels, character voices, and descriptions. So not only is it fun, but it is a little bit educational.
My kids found this game about as fun as Hyper Dash, but there is one element that should have been perfected before the game hit the market. See those green pads that stands the characters up? Well, they aren’t glued there. So if your child insufficiently covers one of these characters, it is possible for that grazed character to fall off of the stand. Then time is lost putting that knocked over character back on his or her stand. The worst culprit of this design defect was Goofy, whose outstretched legs made him a real pushover.
You’d have to try it to see what I am talking out. Mickey’s Mouse-ke Tag can be purchased on the Wild Planet Website for approximately a $34.95 sale price.

Wii Cyberbike: Stationary bike for the Wii

 
Those who want to see Wii accessories that are more exciting than the black Wiimote and Nunchuck might appreciate the Wii Cyberbike.
The Wii Cyberbike is what its box implies, a stationary bike designed for the Wii. It comes with a game that involves the player biking around the world picking up pollution, or something. Apparently, this world in the game is something not of this world, as the island on the side of the box implies. (Something about that island reminds me of Myst, for some odd reason.)
I’m told that the Wii Cyberbike is also going to work with Wii Mario Kart, but I’m guessing for only one player. Let’s hope this isn’t the player who travels the slowest because he or she has to pedal while his or her competitors have motorized autos.
So in other words, this is a stationary bike that will look like it is actually going somewhere when placed in front of your TV. Not bad. Of course, you could always use the many running games on WiiFit and achieve essentially the same thing, but without the pedals.
The Wii Cyberbike is set to launch in January of next year, but only in Europe. No price point has been set as yet, and there is no word of it coming to the United States.

DXG-125V sporty compact camcorder

 
The DXG-125V is designed for those who regularly hike through the woods, ski down high mountains, or sail through the ocean. Sadly, I am not part of this extreme crowd, but if I was, then I could use this camera to record my adventures. The DXG has a rubberized grip that can protect it against the rugged wear and tear. You may not be able to scuba dive with it, but this all-weather camcorder can resist moisture quite well.
Sadly, it only has a 1/4 CMOS 1.0 Megapixel Sensor, which is only good for still shots on an ordinary cameraphone. It also only has 128MB of Flash Memory, but this can be expanded with a SD card. The video can shoot in High Definition formats of H.264 and WVGA and 720p, both at 30 frames per second.
As you can see, it has a candybar form that allows the user to point, shoot, and film and view the results with the 2.0 TFT screen. The DXG-125V comes with a clip with a compass for a definite “outdoorsy” look, as well as HDMI cable, USB, software, and all the other usual digital camera accessories plus a nice-looking clamshell zipper-shut case. It also comes with a tiny pair of headphones, because this DXG camcorder is also MP3 compatible.
You should be able to pick up the DXG-125V at the DXG site for $139.99 in red, green, or camouflage colors.

CEIVA Pro 80 Digital Photo Frame

 

CEIVA is back in action with their latest offering, the Pro 80 Digital Photo Frame. Arriving on store shelves just in time for the mad holiday season rush, the CEIVA Pro 80 is able to offer PicturePlan customers the convenience of both telephone and Wi-Fi connectivity. Thanks to its built-in media server connection, users are able to stream photos instantly from their computer to their CEIVA Pro 80 directly over a home network. You will be able to pick up the CEIVA Pro 80 alongside a couple of interchangeable faceplates that come in rich wood and classic black finishes alongside an integrated memory card reader. Expect to fork out $179.99 for the CEIVA Pro 80 Digital Photo Frame.

Programmable Tea Thermometer and Timer

For some it takes years of toying to discover exactly how long to let their tea brew. It’s made especially complicated by the fact that there are white, green and black teas. Then to top it off there are loose and bagged teas. All of that information changes how you handle things. You also have to consider how strong you prefer your tea. Instead of trying to remember how long for each type, you can have an electronic device to work it out for you.

This Tea Thermometer & Timer is pre-programmed for 18 types of tea. That includes chai, black herbal, green and various other types. You can then choose 1 to 8 different tea strengths, so the tea is still made to your preference. The thermometer will take the temperature of the tea to make the steeping process a bit more precise. Once you’ve punched in all of your preferences, it will start a timer. When the time is up the alarm will go off. It runs on 2 LR44 batteries and the stem is stainless steel and 4” tall.

WikiReader keeps Wikipedia handy without internet connection

It’s astounding how many arguments get solved by hopping on the internet and going straight to Wikipedia. It informs you on all the random bits of knowledge you never knew you needed. Of course you can’t always just hop on the website to check on that information. Especially if you don’t have a smart phone of any kind. Well for those that want to have access to that knowledge without being connected to the internet, now you can have Wikipedia with you at all times.

Just carry around the WikiReader and it’ll let you learn all the useless knowledge you’ll never need. You don’t have to ever be connected to the internet to look up the information either. Which means you can even learn when you’re far away from the rest of civilization. To keep it updated you’ll have to pay a $29 subscription fee to Wikipedia. Then to purchase the little handheld device itself it’ll cost you $99. It only has three actual buttons and then a touchscreen to handle the rest of the typing. It requires two AAA batteries to keep up and running. The device has become officially available as of today.

FLO TV turns TV into handheld wonder

Guess the TV is going to hang around for a little while longer, albeit this time it will take a much more personal route, coming in the form of the FLO TV Personal TV which will allow TV fans to view their favorite news, live telecasts of sports, children’s programming as well as wholesome entertainment on a singular, dedicated device meant specifically for mobile TV viewing. No idea on whether such a device will beat out the iPod touch and other portable media players, since you can watch what you want to on those devices as long as you have the right file loaded on them, while subjecting yourself to the rigorous setups of TV channel programming leaves your daily schedule at the mercy of the programmers. No idea on pricing, but it ought to be out later in time for the mad holiday season rush.

Elecom TK-TCT005BK is numeric keyboard and touchpad combo

For those of you who want a numeric keypad for your laptop, you have several options. You could buy the Adesso 19-key USB numeric keypad and mouse combination with a plastic cover.

Another option is this TK-TCT005BK from Elecom, which has a touchscreen with numeric keyboard. Just push the “Num” button on the top corner to get this function going on.

The TK-TCT005BK can also recognize certain gestures, like an iPhone. For example, if you want to zoom in and out, you just place your two fingers together and spread them out or in.

Not bad features for something that attaches onto a laptop. I am assuming it attaches via USB, like the Intuos4. I bring up this particular device from Wacom because I reviewed it the other day, and it has a nice zooming feature like this product from Elecom.

All in all, this TK-TCT005BK doesn’t sound so bad. It could use a shorter name, though, like the Num-Touch pad, or something. Okay, that is bad name, isn’t it? However, I couldn’t think of anything better. Let me know with a comment if you can think of something better.

Revo Domino D3 Radio with iPod and iPhone dock

More and more it seems that you can find audio devices that have a subtle retro spin. You could of course also find something that’s blatantly retro, but not everyone wants something like that. Instead you can get a mixture of the new and sleek while still getting a little bit of a vintage feel. Thankfully unlike the retro radios, this does more than pick up the local FM radio stations.

The radio comes in both satin black and pearl white. This radio comes with all of your favorite bells and whistles. It will charge and play both iPod and iPhones, as well as having multi-standard digital and internet radio. It also has an OLED display and a joystick-controlled user interface. As well as having all of that, it also of course has your standard FM radio capabilities. Right now this isn’t out just yet, you can expect to see these shipping out as of November 4th though. At that point you can pick up the Domino D3 for £169.95 or about $270.

Digital Peephole Viewer

I’m sure that most of you have received a knock at the door from an uninvited guest, and you looked through the peephole to see who it is. What you usually see is some person with an overly-sized head. Now are you going to let that person in?

At least with the Digital Peephole Viewer, you actually get to see what the person looks like. This device is designed to fit in an ordinary peephole without any external camera or fancy wiring. Chances are, it will only take about five minutes for installation. Of course, this is one of those “five minute” projects that take an hour after set up and take down.

However, it might be worth it just to get a clearer view of who’s at the door. Just between you and me, I probably wouldn’t let the guy in the photo in. He looks like some salesman or a purveyor of a religion that I don’t want.

As for operation, it is as simple as pushing a button and pushing it again for a zoom-in shot. It requires AA batteries for operation, which will be good for about 1,700 views. You can get the Digital Peephole Viewer for about $138, but it is only available in Australia, for now. At least it’s cheaper than the Digital Door Viewer.

Nokia introduces 6350 cellphone

Are you in the market for a new cellphone with a slew of basic features? Well, you won’t go too wrong with Nokia’s offerings over the years as they tend to play their cards right with the entry-level segment, and their latest addition would be the Nokia 6350 from AT&T. This handset will come in a couple of colors to get you all excited, and will be available in a clamshell form factor that was specially designed to offer optimum comfort in your hand. You can choose from two seasonal shades – red and graphite, where you will find the Nokia 6350 to be no slouch in terms of performance, capable of keeping you connected to your favorite social networking sites and basically keeping tabs of your online life thanks to 3G and HSDPA connectivity over AT&T’s wide ranging 3G network.

The Nokia 6350 will feature a smooth back design that offers a soft feel throughout for a touch of simple sophistication. You will find dedicated music playback keys on the outside, making it a snap to activate whenever you want to jive to your favorite tunes. In addition, other customary features available on handsets these days include a 2-megapixel camera, a brwoser, email support and up to 4 hours of talktime on a full battery charge.

If you have been stoked, the Nokia 6350 is available at AT&T retail stores as well as online at www.wireless.att.com from today onwards. It will particularly target those who want a decent phone and yet are living on a tight budget, since AT&T has slapped a highly affordable $29.99 price tag on the Nokia 6350, although you will need to do your part and send in a mail-in rebate as well as agree to a 2-year AT&T contract. Guess those in college who need just a phone to communicate with their family and friends without looking like a tool might just find the Nokia 6350 to be a suitable addition.

Dell Latitude Z unveiled

Dell has just announced the Latitude Z notebook, touting it to be the thinnest and lightest 16″ notebook in the market which will target those who want to make a fashion statement regardless of which station in the corporate ladder they are at at the moment. The Latitude Z is a purpose-engineered product, where it will measure less than 1″ thin while tipping the scales at 4.5 pounds, accompanied by a standard 4-cell battery. You will find the following features in the Dell Latitude Z :-

• Lean tapered design and soft-touch Black Cherry finish
• Wireless docking and inductive charging
• Dell EdgeTouch
• Spacious multi-touch touchpad and silky-touch backlit keyboard
• High-definition (1600×900) WLED display
• Two megapixel camera featuring Dell Capture technology
• Dell FaceAware Lock-Out
• Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity

You do have the option of throwing in a 3G mobile broadband component if your wallet permits. Expect the Dell Latitude Z to be readily available worldwide, with prices starting from $1,999 upwards. Between this and the Adamo, which model would you choose?

Solar Blinds store sunlight to use as power

One of the problems with solar power is the sun. Yeah, it’s got this thing, where it just isn’t out all day, you know?

Okay, that was a bad intro, but you know what I’m talking about. I’m sure that you have seen all those solar-powered chargers before, but they are a lot like those electric screwdrivers that take an hour to charger for only five minutes worth of use. Not only that, you have to put the charger in some place out in the sun.

It makes sense to put a solar charger on a window blind, doesn’t it? After all, it is a blind’s job to keep out the sun, and it faces the sun every day, right? This is the initial concept behind the Some Shine Solar Energy Storage System.

All you need to do is put up the blind and pull it down to plug it in to the battery pack base. As the sun beats down on the blinds during the day, all that formerly wasted energy will be stored for later use.

Then, right before the night falls, you pull up the blind and plug in your mobile devices into the battery pack base. They will be all charged by the morning, and you can pull down the blind and the process begins anew.

Sadly, this Some Shine Solar Energy Storage System is merely concept for now, but it really should be out now. Then again, what do you do if it is cloudy?

Motorola CLIQ ready to hit the market from T-Mobile

Are you a T-Mobile subscriber? If so, and you’re looking for a new phone from the carrier, why not hold on to your horses a little while longer and wait for the Motorola CLIQ to hit the market when October 19 rolls around? After all, who wouldn’t want the honor of being an early adopter of the first Android-powered device from Motorola, which will also feature the innovative MOTOBLUR solution. The pre-order window will start from October 19 and ends on the first of November, giving you the opportunity to be the select few in the US to experience T-Mobile’s latest Android-powered phone that is well capable of synchronizing and streaming social messaging updates, text messages, and work and personal e-mail directly to the home screen automatically. All pre-orders will ship with a complimentary car charger, where the Motorola CLIQ retail for $199.99 with a two-year service agreement.

Want to know more about the Motorola CLIQ? We’re impressed with the device from what we’ve seen so far, despite it being Motorola’s first Android device in the market. Should the CLIQ take off, this might just be the smartphone that revives Motorola’s fortunes in the cellphone division, as it boasts the highly innovative MOTOBLUR solution which integrates your various channels of communications, ranging from work to e-mail and social messaging activity, merged together on the home screen so that you remain on top of all incoming status updates and messages at all times, allowing you to respond faster than ever before while being kept in the loop. This sounds appealing to Generation Now, but for those who want a slower pace of life, they would do well to stick to a standard cellphone without such bells and whistles.

Other features of the Motorola CLIQ include a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard, a 3.1″ HVGA full touchscreen display, 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity, a 5-megapixel auto-focus camera with video capture capability, a 3.5mm headset jack, music playback, a microSD memory card slot and GPS navigation support.

Epson Address Expert printer series are good postcard printer

What you are looking at here isn’t some miniature all-in-one desktop computer with printer, but the Epson Address Expert.

This is a printer that is set up to postcards, and that looks like all it can print. I have to admit that it has been a while since I have sent a postcard, but they are still popular in Japan, so I’m told.

The Epson Address Expert series come in two forms: the E-800 and E-600. Each of them have a 7-inch LCD display with 5760 x 1440 dpi resolution, and are PC and Mac compatible. The E-800 includes a wireless keyboard so you can compose your well-wishing messages.

I wouldn’t mind having one of these myself, because I think I should start a new habit of sending postcards to people. I guess in the age of email, nobody really uses them when you can just send a JPG. That, or post pictures of your vacation on your blog.

Yeah, we’ve just about phased postcards out of our technological online society. Perhaps this is why we should bring them back, they would be so old that they would be new.

Unfortunately, I have no word of availability or price, but I am guessing it will probably be released only in Japan.

Bayer Contour USB Meter tracks glucose levels for diabetics

Those with Diabetes have to keep track of their health facts constantly. Which means any gadget that can simplify their lives can be a life saver. Well Bayer is making an attempt to help people out with keeping track of all of those random facts. Plus this will help out anyone who is taking care of someone with diabetes. With this they’ll be able to glance at the information punched in and be able to see long and short term facts. That information can then in turn be used to help out doctors give a much more accurate diagnosis in case treatment needs to be changed.

This Bayer Contour USB Meter has Glucofacts Deluxe software that allows for easy retrieval of data and then of course long term tracking and analysis of blood glucose levels. Instead of knowing just a few facts over recent days or weeks, you’ll have access to up to 2,000 test results. That will allow for you to see trends and patterns in your blood and glucose levels. The product doesn’t appear to be out just yet, but you can expect to see it hitting the market sometime soon.

Samsung OLED laptop in Q3 '10

About a year ago, we had a fortune to become witness of the first OLED panel going into mass production. Back then it was a hi-tech exhibition, and, well, the story has repeated, almost. Today at the first day of IFA Berlin Samsung’s Head of Worldwide Sales and Marketing, who is Kyu Uhm of course, has given us a deem view of what will be a show stopper in a year – a (first) OLED notebook.

One glance back though: Kyu Uhm has mentioned an expected growth of netbook market. In short, what he effectively said was: "We are making an OLED netbook". How good is that? If we think of power consumption, then it makes even more sense than putting an OLED display in a standard-sized laptop. What are main juice lovers in a PC? – screen, hard drive and processor. Same thing with size and weight. Organic diodes are really thin and light. Besides being overly magnificent to behold. So the future of personal computing, which is coming from Samsung in late Q3 of 2010, is a netbook with an OLED panel, SSD and low voltage processor.

Palm Pixi introduced

Palm’s Pre was certainly a watershed device alongside the impressive webOS operating system, signalling new life into this ailing company that was tethering on the brink due to dropping sales and the migration to other smartphone platforms. While the Palm Pre did not do as well as many people predicted, that doesn’t take away from the capabilities of the Pre which is still able to hold its own even until today. Well, Palm has announced its second webOS-powered smartphone known as the Palm Pixi, but don’t expect any magic fairy dust to be sprinkled all over this device for an instant corporate turnaround – there’s still work to be done, but the Pixi does look like a step in the right direction.

This candybar phone is really slim in nature, where you get a visible full keyboard that while comes with smaller keys compared to the Palm Pre, they’re apparently easier to type with according to first impressions that have circulated around the Web thanks to a higher profile that makes one less prone to making mistakes while typing out a flurry of emails and text messages. You will be able to personalize the exterior according to your liking, making future artsy owners drool in anticipation. The Palm Pixi is able to connect your information from Google, Facebook, Exchange ActiveSync, Yahoo! and LinkedIn to Palm Synergy, allowing you to view the entire collection in a united view for an unprecedented level of contacts intergration.

You get a smaller display though, lopping off 80 pixels, but the 2.63″ 320 x 400 resolution TFT display still ought to work well enough for most applications, with a large enough gesture area to function without any hassle. Other features include robust messaging support, a desktop-class Web browser, built-in GPS capability, audio and video playback, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR with A2DP stereo Bluetooth support and 8GB of internal memory. Basically, this is a thinner Palm Pre with Wi-Fi support not included. We don’t know how much the Pixi will cost when it arrives from Sprint during the holidays, but it shouldn’t be more expensive than the $149.99 which Sprint has priced the Palm Pre.

Toshiba Journe Touch multimedia device

One look at the Toshiba Journe Touch and chances are you would lust after it, even though you know that you don’t really have any use for the Journe Touch in a practical manner any time soon. The Journe Touch is, in essence, a Mobile Internet Device that features a multimedia touchscreen for easy navigation of its software and programs within, and with 7″ of viewing (and touching) real estate, you won’t go blind anytime soon while viewing the icons and text within. Powered by an advanced version of Windows CE 6.0, the Journe touch targets consumers who want to have access to multimedia content and social networking platforms at their fingertips – sounds pretty much like an iPhone to us, but the bright side is, this is much larger than Apple’s smartphone and probably packs more of a punch.

The Journe Touch is able to handle the playback of a wide variety of file formats that rely on the Windows Multimedia Player 9.0 software client. Heck, Toshiba has even thrown in an Internet Explorer that is two generations old – we’re talking about Internet Explorer 6 here for a mobile Internet browsing experience that is somewhat on par with that of a PC. The 7″ TFT touchscreen display comes with LED backlight and a resolution of 800 x 480, boasting 16:9 aspect ratio to make all your movie playback sessions look delicious without those irritating black lines on either side of the display, while carrying a contrast ratio of 300:1 for true to life colors and all-round excellent quality.

It supports a wide range of social networks and community-based websites including YouTube, Acetrax, Picasa, Flickr, MSN Messenger and others. You can also use the Journe Touch to sift through RSS feeds in order to stay on top of things at all times. Other features include Wi-Fi connectivity, an SDHC memory card slot, 1GB of internal flash memory, support for a wide range of audio and video formats, HDMI output and USB connectivity. No idea on pricing details just yet though, but would all the mentioned specifications make you rush out and purchase one for yourself?

Digital Photo Frame

Are you still using the same old photo frames mounted on your walls or placed on top of your desks to share your favorite photos among family and friends? If you are, well it’s time you check on some digital gadgets that are designed to hold and display photos beyond your expectations. Traditional photo frames have very limited uses. They can only accommodate one, two, or more smaller photos and can be viewed in just one angle. So, why settle on them if you can find a gadget that functions beyond share and display? A digital gadget like the Sony DPF-D72N/BQ 7-Inch LCD Digital Photo Frame.

Featuring a 7-inch LCD display with 800×480 resolutions, this digital photo frame from Sony allows you to share not just one but up to 2000 photos with its 1GB internal memory capacity. Insert a separate SD, MS, CF, or XD card on its multi card slot, and you’re off displaying more photos than you have ever imagined. The frame has been improved too. It features an auto image rotation so your friends and family can look at your photos not just in one angle but at different view modes.

There is actually a lot more to look forward to when this gadget becomes available in October. But to top it all, there’s nothing more exciting than to have not just a multi-functional frame but also a stylish holiday limited edition S-Frame® digital photo frame. That’s right! This product is limited and boasts an exceptional style because it’s embedded with CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements. So, what more can you expect? The elegant design of the Sony DPF-D72N/BQ 7-Inch LCD Digital Photo Frame (Black) will sure put more life to your walls and desks. Pre-order it now at Amazon.com for only $149.99.

Razer announces MMO gaming orientated Naga mouse

News from Gamescom 2009 and indeed good news because we forever had been thinking of how many buttons can there be on a mouse? Razer is right there with a new gaming Naga mouse. Do want to have a guess how many buttons they have stuffed on it? Wrong – its 17. The thing is Naga is not covered randomly with them, on left side it has a full 12 piece numeric keyboard which is there to help with gaming so you don’t have to roam all around the actual keyboard and keep the left hand exclusively on movement controls.

Behind the new design we find a familiar 5600dpi engine with 1ms response time. Enough for MMO games really, but in addition to Naga, Razer offers Add On software which allows Naga users to create unlimited number of profiles all with unique commands and key presets. And, finally, to sum up gaming enthusiasm, Razer also offers a Megasoma gaming mouse mat. This will suit optical and laser units for 49.99 USD. Razer Naga for size runs up to 79.99 USD. Well, who said MMO gaming is cheap?

USB Snoop Stick

Do you wonder what people are always up to on your computer whenever you are not around? The USB Snoop Stick comes in handy then, as long as you leave it plugged in discreetly. We would say that this works best when you’re running a desktop (a notebook would be wayyyy to obvious), especially when this is a machine that is nestled away in a dusty corner of your cubicle with a mess of wires providing enough coverage.

All that’s required is to slot the Snoop Stick into a USB port and run the installation program that appears. To remotely monitor your PC, all you need to then to is to insert that same SnoopStick in any Internet-capable computer’s USB port and choose “Connect and View Remote Activity.” The SnoopStick will then start displaying what the computer is accessing on the web, or any IM conversations, as well as email activity and software used. You can also download and view the activity logs that the Snoop Stick software has recorded. Snoop Stick can also take screenshots automatically at pre-set intervals, or whenever websites are accessed. You can also send messages to anyone using the computer, and you can also remotely cut off Internet access, log off all users, or shut down the computer. It’s also possible to set up the Snoop Stick to watch out for certain key words or to monitor when specific websites are being accessed.

Sounds like the perfect covert device, eh? The USB Snoop Stick is the right device for folks who want to know what their kids are up to with the computer, and is legal where private investigators or law enforcement activity are concerned. Expect to fork out £74.95 for this puppy.

ViewSonic introduces new devices

Mention ViewSonic and most of the time you would probably think about LCD monitors, but this time round they have released two devices for the masses - the smallest DLP projector from the company to date known as the PJD2121, while the WPG-350 wireless presentation gateway offers a solution for meeting rooms that won’t break the company budget. These devices are able to offer decent performance and capabilities despite their small size, making them suitable for those who do not want to be limited by projection technology in their line of work.

Let’s take a look at the Viewsonic PJD2121 first - the smallest short throw DLP pico projector from the company that tips the scales at just 2.2 pounds. This advanced device will come with integrated BrillantColor technology that is able to deliver 400 lumens of brightness, where your images are thrown at 800 x 600 SVGA native resolution, easily placing it as one of the brightest projectors available in its class. Contrast ratio for a pico projector is also pretty respectable at 1,800:1, where this combination ought to be enough to handle situations in virtually any lighting environment. It comes with a short 1:1 throw ratio that makes it perfect for tabletop personal use or for small meeting rooms, and can display images of up to 60″ from as near as just four feet away. The ‘Off to Go’ function also enables one to power the PDJ2121 automatically without having to worry about the lamp overheating due to insufficient cooling time. This filter-less design offers easy maintenance and a lower total cost of ownership, while it comes with a Kensington security lock port for added peace of mind. Each $449 purchase comes with a three-year limited parts and labor warranty, although the lamp stands at just one year.

As for the WPG-350 wireless presentation gateway, this device offers wireless capability to any compatible projector, LCD TV or large screen display without having the need to fork out a large amount of money for an embedded wireless projector. It is able to support 1,024 x 768 resolution and full-motion video up to 1080p, featuring 802.11b/g/n hi-speed wireless connectivity. Interested parties can pick up the WPG-350 wireless presentation gateway for $199.

Sony Reader Daily Edition announced

Looks like competition in the e-book reader market is heating up, with Sony making further inroads into this niche segment by enlarging its Reader family of e-book readers with the introduction of the Reader Daily Edition. This highly-anticipated wireless model will feature 3G connectivity, and will accompany its other two siblings, the Reader Pocket Edition and the Reader Touch Edition that were announced earlier this August. While the latter two models are already readily available at this moment, folks who are looking forward to the Reader Daily Edition to give Amazon’s Kindle and its successor will have to wait until December for it to be released during the holiday season.

The Reader Daily Edition will enable consumers to access AT&T’s 3G mobile broadband network wirelessly, connecting to Sony’s eBook store as long as they are within a decent signal range, which would practically mean from just about anywhere in the US where AT&T are concerned. I’m sure that some readers who subscribe to AT&T’s 3G service will beg to differ, but let’s leave that in the comments, shall we? Users can browse, purchase and download books while selecting various newspapers and magazines to read on demand. You won’t have to worry about additional burdens on your finances since there are no monthly fees or transaction charges for the basic wireless connectivity option. Another feature includes the option to side load personal documents or content from other compatible sites through USB connectivity.

You will find a 7″ wide touchscreen display gracing the Reader Daily Edition which ought to be more than ample for folks who want an intuitive navigation experience. That amount of viewing space also ensures a comfortable layout of content, regardless of whether you’re reading newspapers or magazines. In portrait mode, one is able to view anywhere from 30 to 35 lines of text, making one feel as though he/she is reading a printed paperback book. Other features include a high contrast ratio with 16 levels of grayscale, sufficient internal memory to store up to 1,000 eBooks and a memory card slot. Come December, you can pick up the Sony Reader Daily Edition for approximately $399.

MIMO 720-S Touchscreen Slider USB monitor

MIMO Monitors have released their latest Touchscreen Slider that connects to your machine through USB - the MIMO 720-S monitor. This USB-powered mini-display tips the scales at less than one pound, while boasting foldable characteristics that make it highly portable, boasting full resistive touchscreen functionality that provides netbook users with more visual real estate to play with.

With a display size of seven inches, the MIMO 720-S features 800×480 resolution and a contrast ration of 400:1 — offering sharp graphics and clear images with 90 degree pivoting capabilities. The monitor discretely folds into itself with a tiny footprint of just 7″ x 5 3/8″ x 1″. Supporting Windows XP and Vista as well as Mac OS X (with supplemental third-party driver), the 720-S is powered and connected by a single USB connection, providing a secondary screen ideal for holding email applications, download managers, social network clients such as TweetDeck, formatting palettes, stock tickers, instant messengers such as Google Talk and AIM, webcam feeds and much more. Additionally, with the rise in popularity of netbooks, the 720-S serves as a much-needed secondary screen for added display space and shared viewing.

It is interesting to note that this portable monitor will cost $229.99 including shipping, and we would only recommend this to those who travel plenty with a netbook. Otherwise, get a notebook with a larger screen size, and for folks using desktops, the same price point can net you more than a decent 18.5″ monitor.

Multipot hides and charges your gadgets

Now this is one way to charge all of your smaller gadgets without having them cluttering up an area. Instead it charges them all and hides them away so that they don’t have to be seen at all times. Of course if you’re the type that would forget their phone unless it was within plain sight, this might be a bad idea. However, for those that aren’t so forgetful this would be a great multi-gadget to have lying around.

This Multipot looks like just a random light you might have out to create a subtle ambient glow. It does this with an LED light. All the while underneath the lid is a spot to not only charge your gadgets, but to store small items as well. Things that you might need to grab on your way out the door like your car keys. Storing your car keys in with your gadgets might be one way to make sure that you don’t accidentally leave you cellphone. In the charging section you can charge a total of five gadgets. Upon purchasing you can choose between white, black or chrome and it’ll cost you about $325.

The Renewable Energy Experiment Kit

Renewable energy is something that has become an important part of technology, which makes it important to teach the younger generations about it. This isn’t one of those kits that only teaches about solar energy, instead it helps children to compare more than one type of of renewable energy. Allowing for them to see for themselves how well each one works. This experiment kit would be great for any kid that enjoys science and seeing how things work.

This little toy has a wind turbine, a solar cell, electrolytic cells, and a hand-operated dynamo. All of which can be used to create renewable energy. The electricity is stored in the rechargeable battery and then in turn is used to power a motor, LED lights and a buzzer. There is also a built-in voltmeter that will allow for the child using it to observe each type of energy and its effectiveness. Within the manual that comes with it, it also teaches kids how to reduce energy costs within the home. You can purchase the kit for $49.95

Duros 8404 Tablet Now Has Atom Daylight-Viewable LCD

A rugged tablet PC is needed nowadays, what with the people always pushing each other around to get where they need to get to. This upgraded Duros 8404 has a 8.4-inch sunlight-viewable SVGA touchscreen.

The display managed to achieve a brightness of 1,100 nit with a 120-degree viewing angle. That takes away essentially the annoying feature of not being able to see the text or images in the tablet when under direct sunlight. The Duros 8404 also includes an Intel Atom processor, non-rotating compact flash drive and a hot-swappable battery.

Encased in an aluminum case, the Duros 8404 has a heavy duty style and design that is perfect for those who are careless with devices like the tablet PC. And also because of this, I am not expecting the Duros 8404 to be cheap and affordable for many.

Samsung CL65 Has GPS And WiFi Capability

The new Samsung CL65 enables you to keep in touch with family and friends all the while taking pictures with amazing resolution. It has a compact and sleek frame that makes it easy for us to bring it just about anywhere.

Packed in its frame is a geo-tagging capability, Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity, DLNA compatibility and WiFi support. The wireless Internet feature will allow you to upload pictures in the Internet after taking the shot. It makes uploading pictures in social networking sites such as Friendster and Facebook easy and comfortable. Its GPS capability, meanwhile, allows the device to keep track of where the user is. The DLNA compatibility means users will be able to connect to other DLNA devices including an HDTV.

The camera has a 12.1 megapixel resolution and 5x optical zoom. The Samsung CL65 will be available to consumers come September. Price has not been released by Samsung.

Rumored Apple Tablet Details Released

For months now, tech experts are speculating the release of the Apple tablet by next year. And although we’ve yet to hear from Apple execs themselves, a lot of rumors have been circulating around the Internet regarding the specifications and features of this particular gadget.

Brian Lam from Gizmodo got the most latest deets about this rumored Apple tablet.

- The tablet is described as a 10-inch version of the iPod Touch

- The product will come in two editions: One for webcam and the other for education use

- Pricing will be between $700 and $900

- It’s possible the screen will be used as a secondary touch pad for controlling Macs

- The project has been in development for four to six years

- A prototype was built around the end of 2008

- The product will likely launch this holiday season

Are you surprised with the price tag? Don’t be. I’m sure it even has the possibility of retailing higher than $700 or $900.

Blackberry Curve 8520 Is Cheap And Carried The First Trackball

First of all, the Blackberry Curve 8520 has a trackpad, which we can be sure we’ll get to see in future Blackberries. This model from Blackberry is pretty much like the Curve 8900, only that this looks like it was made for a 6-year-old because of its poorly built structure.

The corners of the Blackberry Curve 8520 are roundly cut. It has a lower resolution of 320 x 240 display screen and a plain plastic for its battery cover. It lacks a GPS (but does include a Google Map) and the camera is only 2 megapixels. T-Mobile also did not include in this Blackberry Curve 8520 the Blackberry App World, so you will have to download it yourself.

The trackpad is 90 percent better than some trackballs in mobile phones out there. You can pretty much control swiftly the trackpad so that makes for a less hassle browsing. There’s also a three-key quick access on top of the phone.

There is not much to tell about the “excellent” features of the Blackberry Curve 8520, but it does include all other standard Blackberry features. It is priced at $130 with a two-year contract with T-Mobile while you can also get it for only $49 at Wal-Mart with the same contract.

Personally, I’d much rather suggest you just do away with the Blackberry Curve 8520, and get yourself some pretty powerful Android, iPhone and WebOS but of you would like to take the risk, be my guess.