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Monday, February 27, 2012

Windows 8 might not have Start button?



We are all excited about newest operating system from Microsoft, and as you already know, Windows 8 will feature many changes, and since we’re speaking about the changes, Windows 8 might bring some changes to the famous Start button.



The famous Start button was an essential part of Windows since Windows 95, and according to the latest reports, it seems that Windows 8 might abandon the Start button. However, there’s no need to worry, since you will still be able to access Start menu by moving your mouse to the bottom left corner of your screen. In addition, you’ll be able to access Start menu by pressing the Windows key or CTRL + Esc on your keyboard, so you might not even miss the Start button.

TOSY mRobo: Portable speaker that transforms into a dancing robot


Each day we see more robots, and if you’re fan of robots and portable speakers, you’ll be interested in this hybrid robot.


Developed by TOSY, mRobo is one of a kind robot that comes with built-in speaker, and it can easily play music thanks to its internal memory, but what really makes this robot so special is that it transforms into a 18-inch robot when music starts playing. In addition to transformation, this robot also dances, and when you’re done listening to your music, robot transforms again into its portable form. mRobo weighs 3.3 pounds and built-in speaker produces 40Hz bass, and as for the storage space, this hybrid robot comes with 2GB of internal memory. So far, mRobo is just a prototype, so it won’t perform any spectacular dance moves yet, but we’re looking forward to future improvements.

TOSY mRobo might not be advanced as other robots, but it’s definitely entertaining, and in regards to 
release date
 and price, we should see this robot in fall of 2012 for $200.


Angry Birds USB drives: USB flash drives for Angry Birds fans




Angry Birds have achieved tremendous popularity, and we’ve already seen Angry Birds merchandise, such as Angry Birds headphones, and if you’re a fan of Angry Birds, today we have a special treat for you.


Angry Birds USB drives are made by EMTEC, and each USB drive is designed to resemble one of the characters from the video game. Each drive measures 135 x 123 x 42mm, and as for the USB stick, it is hidden inside of the each figure. As for the speed of these USB devices, Angry Birds USB drives read files at 15 MB/s and write files at 5 MB/s.

Each character is made out of rubber, and as for the available figures, there are Red Bird, King, Yellow Bird, White Bird, Blue Bird, Piggie and Black Bird USB drives. In regards to capacity, Angry Birds USB drives come with 8GB of storage space.

 Angry Birds USB flash drive will be perfect for you, if you’re fan of Angry Birds, and as for the price, each drive is priced from $19.99 to $29.99.





Thursday, February 23, 2012

Logitech Touch Mouse M600: Uses touch surface instead of buttons


Many people like using touch interfaces, and if you’re one of those people, you should know that Logitech has introduced its latest mouse with touch surface.

Touch Mouse M600 is a touch-based mouse from Logitech, and unlike a standard computer mouse, this one comes with no physical buttons. Thanks to the touch surface, users can scroll and swipe fluidly, just like on a touchscreen smartphone.
Touch Mouse M600 comes with unique ergonomic design, and you can use this mouse with your right or left hand without any problems. This mouse uses 2.4 GHz wireless technology and it utilizes Logitech’s Unifying receiver. Logitech Touch Mouse M600 uses laser-grade precision optical tracking technology and it is powered by two AA batteries that provide enough power for three-month usage.

Logitech Touch Mouse M600 is perfect if you’re tired from your standard mouse and you want to try a mouse with touch interface. As for the price, Touch Mouse M600 is priced at $69.99.



Saturday, February 11, 2012

Amazing things on Internet every 60 seconds


While you relaxing, sipping a cup of tea for a minute or even more; one cannot even fathom the amount of activities, updates and searches that are happening all over the world of the internet.

The power of action and influence that exists online is one that has never existed before.

Did you know that in a single minute there are over 695,000 status updates on Facebook?

Below are two charts demonstrating the magnitude of what can happen in a mere 60 seconds:

TV that can be carried in pocket


Coming soon the QD TV, say British scientists who have developed a technology which they claim could be used to produce TV that can be rolled up and carried in a pocket. It is bound to replace liquid crystal displays, LCDs in near future, including the desktop and notebook computer spaces and televisions.

A team at Manchester University has actually developed a new form of light-emitting crystals, known as quantum dots, QD, which can be used to produce ultra-thin televisions. The tiny crystals, which are 100,000 times smaller than the width of a human hair, can be printed onto flexible plastic sheets to produce a paper-thin display which can be easily carried around, or even onto wallpaper to create giant room-size screens, say the scientists.

They hope the first quantum dot televisions like current flat-screen TVs, but with improved colour and thinner displays will be available in shops by end of next year; a flexible version is expected to take at least three years to reach the market.

Michael Edelman, Chief Executive of Nanoco, a spin out company set up by the scientists behind the technology at Manchester University, said: "We are working with some major Asian electronics companies. The first products we are expecting to come to market using quantum dots will be the next generation of flat-screen televisions.

"The real advantage provided by quantum dots, however, is that they can be printed on to a plastic sheet that can rolled up. It's likely these will be small personal devices. Although Edelman was unable to reveal which companies Nanoco are working with due to commercial agreements, it is believed that electronics giants Sony, Sharp, Samsung and LG are all working on quantum dot television technology.

Nike+ FuelBand keeps track on your physical activity


Staying fit is rather important, especially if spend a lot of time in front of your computer, and if you want to keep track on your physical activity, today we have a device that might help you with that.

Nike+ FuelBand is a simple LED wristband that collects the data about your daily activities, thanks to the built-in accelerometer. At the start of the day you need to set your daily goal, and your LED indicator will be red, but as you move, the LED indicator will slowly turn green as you get closer to your predefined goal. With Nike+ FuelBand you can measure progress in time, calories burned, steps, or in special points called NikeFuel. As for synchronization, you can synchronize Nike+ FuelBand with iPhone over Bluetooth or simply by connecting it to USB port on your computer. As soon as you synchronize using the iPhone App or via Nike+ website, you’ll get detailed information regarding your physical activity.

Nike+ FuelBand is great if you’re an athlete or if you simply want to stay in shape. As for the price, Nike+ FuelBand should cost about $150, and as for the release date, Nike has disclosed no information.

Matias One keyboards docks and controls your iOS devices


Sending text messages while using your computer can sometimes be a tedious process because you need to switch constantly between your computer and your smartphone, but luckily for you, today we have a device that should make this process more streamlined.

Matias One Keyboard is full size USB keyboard, but it also doubles as a two-port USB 2.0 hub, however, unlike other keyboards on the market, this keyboard has built-in cradle that allows you to dock your iPhone or iPod Touch. After you've docked your iOS device, with a press of a button you can switch to your iOS device, and use your keyboard to type a text message for example. This is rather useful if you’re getting many text messages, and you don’t want to switch back and forth between your computer and your iOS device to replay to each message.

Friday, February 10, 2012

iMobifone: Retro-looking accessory that protects you from cell phone radiation


There are many people that are concerned about cell phone radiation, and if you’re one of those people, you’re probably going to be interested in this latest accessory for your smartphone.

iMobifone is an accessory for your smartphone that allows you to take calls on your smartphone using the retro-looking handset. You simply connect iMobifone with your smartphone using the curled cord, and you’ll be safe from harmful cellphone radiation while talking on your smartphone. In addition to smartphones, iMobifone is fully compatible with tablets or even with your computer. iMobifone might be bit bulky to carry around, but thanks to the belt holder, you can attach your iMobifone and carry it with you at all times.

iMobifone sounds interesting and it is available in several colors, but we have to admit that it looks a bit silly and bulky, but if this doesn’t bother you, and you want to reduce the amount of harmful cell phone radiation, you can get your iMobifone for $24.95.


Convert your iPad into portable scanner with iConvert Read more: Convert your iPad into portable scanner with iConvert


iPad is one amazing device that has all sorts of functions, and if you’re looking for an accessory that can enhance your iPad even further, today we have the perfect device for you coming from Brookstone.

Brookstone has launched iConvert Scanner, a device that turns your iPad or iPad 2 into a portable scanner. iConvert scans hard copies at 300dpi in JPEG file format and stores them in your pictures folder, so you can easily access them. After you’ve connected your iPad or iPad 2 to iConvert, you just need to download the free app for it, so you can easily scan your documents.

This app comes with standard functionality, so it will allow you to preview scanned documents in real time, save them to your tablet, or delete them.

iConvert will be perfect for you, especially if you need to scan documents in your office or in your home, and as for the price, iConvert is available for $149.99.




Flygrip: Smartphone attachment keeps your smartphone safe in your hand


There is variety of accessories for your smartphone on the market, but if you’re looking for an accessory that can keep your smartphone safe, you might be interested in this latest accessory called Flygrip.

 Dropping your smartphone is always a problem, especially if you don’t have rugged case that will protect it from damage, but luckily for you, there’s a Flygrip that should keep you from dropping your smartphone. If you usually use your smartphone with one hand, than you know that you can easily drop it and cause potential damage, but thanks to the Flygrip attachment that attaches to your smartphone, you should have a firm grip on your smartphone, even if you’re holding it with one hand. After you've attached Flygrip to your smartphone, you just need to slide your fingers into the “grip”, and you should have somewhat a better hold on your phone.





Programmable USB massager OSIM uPixie


USB can do all sorts of things nowadays. They can play multimedia content, transfer our files but today there is a new USB device that can massage while you're working on your computer.

The company OSIM is famous for its massage chairs and after massage chairs. OSIM uPixie is used when experiencing back pain due to long hours of staying in you computer. It is just connected to the USB port and place it on your body. It comes with four predefined massage programs, but it can also be easily program, it can even even be synchronized with the music on your player.

OSIM uPixie is perfect for quick massage but can't get away with the computer.

OSIM uPixie is great if you need a quick massage but you don’t want to get away from your computer, and as for the price, this little gadget is priced at $170.

New device disables phone while driving


One product to hit the market, software by Dallas-based WQN Inc., can disable a cell phone while its owner is driving.
The new product uses GPS technology, which can tell how fast a person is traveling. But it can't know whether the person is driving and therefore it can needlessly lock a phone.
Aegis Mobility, a Canadian software company, plans to release this Global Positioning System-based product, known as DriveAssistT.
DriveAssistT system will disable a phone at driving speeds and send a message to callers or texters saying the person they are trying to reach is too busy driving. Setup involves installing the device in your car, which should take all of two seconds, and installing an app on the phone you want to disable when the car is in motion.
Text messaging or talking on your cell phone while driving is a nasty habit, dangerous and illegal. It's hard to break habits sometimes though, but you don't have to rely on willpower alone. Hence E-mail, texting, phone calls, web access, the camera and more they’ll all be rendered useless once the car is in motion.