Video: Microsoft’s multi-touch technology used on latest prototype mouse

Microsoft is showing off five concept mice with added functionality. All of them seek to replace traditional move-and-click with touch sensitivity through either capacitive sensing, video recognition, sensor articulation, or laser scanning.

Sterling Multi PowerStation 5600

Designed by the Japanese to help those who need power the most at times of natural disasters, the Sterling Multi PowerStation 5600 is a multi-equipped, emergency lifesaver device that gives you a combination of hand-crank-powered-dynamo LED light, AM/FM radio, three rechargable AA batteries, and adapters capable of charging most cell phones and portable devices.

This torch could come in handy on outdoor trips such as camping. More importantly for those in other parts of the world where earthquakes occur frequently, this is extremely useful.

iida Polaris: Phone meets robot

While Sony's Rolly is about as useful as, well, a tiny dancing robot, at least iida's Polaris concept doubles as a cellphone plus dock. Beneath the enormity of the flowery product page rests little in the way of specs -- it is just a concept after all, developed in partnership with Flower Robotics. The robot features "learning functions" to monitor your physical condition and suggest recipes and exercise. Failing that, it can also suggest possible medical intervention. The longer he's with you the more attune he is to your well-being. Perfect -- when we're old and infirmed at the end of days, our personal Polaris can represent us at the government mandated death panel.

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The New Thinkpad Keyboard with better design and lower price

Just what we want, Lenovo says people mostly wanted the exact same feel as their ThinkPad laptop keyboards in the desktop unit (no surprise there), but almost no one wanted wireless, a number pad or a trackpad -- so the new model pictured above is more or less a faithful wired replica of the T400s board, right down to those liquid drainage holes. What's more, cutting the numeric keypad and trackpad allowed the company to reduce the price by $40, so this little slice of hotness is not just $60. Not bad, but we'll be honest -- we'd still throw down for a wireless version of the old UltraNav in a heartbeart.

Novathink first licensed solar chargers for iPod

Novathink has come up with an eco-friendly device – a solar charging case for the Apple iPod touch. The Surge is equipped with solar panels that collects solar energy and stores it in its internal battery. The solar panel outputs 5.5 V at 100 mAh. The four LED on the Surge lets you know just how much charge is left as well as if there is enough sunlight for solar charging to proceed. The Surge is compatible with the second generation iPods and will not work with earlier models. The package comes with a nova cord which can be used to carry the surge case around the wrist, on a back pack, or anywhere else for sun exposure. The Surge case for the iPod touch will retail for $70 this month and will be available in green, pink, blue and black.

Japan exhibition 2009

Tokyo 2009 exhibition which gives attraction to more then 500,000 visitors within 5 days, total 800 companies shows latest Gadgets and Robots. Some of them are shown in this video below:

A muRata girl manufactured by muRata is capable of riding a bicycle and a unicycle, It can detect any obstacles with balance.





Nissan motors introduces bio mometic car which carries various obstacle detection and prevention sensors.





The pioneer 3d dimension display took a lot of attention to the visitors, the most important fact is that you can see this with your naked eye, you do not need to wear any special glasses.




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Sony adopts Chrome as default browser for VAIO online

Google's Chrome was already the default browser on the VAIO NW, and now the Financial Times delivers confirmation of a wider distribution deal between the search giant and Sony. According to the report, new VAIO laptops and desktops will come with Chrome preinstalled -- an "experimental" arrangement and, most importantly, will default to Google for both their homepage and search queries. Pair this with the agreement to bring over a million Google books to Sony's e-readers, and you start to see some clear lines being drawn in the sand. Intriguingly, Google is said to be pursuing similar distribution pacts with other manufacturers, which would place Internet Explorer's stranglehold on the uninitiated user under threat.

Robonica looks at new robotic entertainment formats

Robonica is a start-up that is looking into new ways of robotic entertainment and aims to redefine the entertainment robotics market later this fall by rolling out a whole new range of products that come with the tagline, “The Rise of Robotic Gaming.” This new range will merge elements of robotics, R/C vehicles and electronic gaming, making them stand out from the current crop of entertainment robots that is able to offer meaningful and structured gameplay regardless of whether one is alone, with friends or through online interaction.



A smart, fully programmable and highly agile two-wheeled robot, Roboni-i is the first entertainment robot to offer unlimited play patterns. The state-of-the-art robot features 16 sensors and four processors, RF remote control and Zigbee peer-to-peer RF protocol allowing for competitive gameplay with real-world robots. It also comes packaged with game accessories and six action games enabling players to form a playing field and use the gaming controller to select a game as they enter a new dimension of interactive, real-world robotic gameplay. Whether alone or with friends, they will need to beat the odds, race against time, manage resources, neutralize threats, execute special effects and collect bonus points to improve score. The Roboni-i’s online gameplay is out of this world. By plugging Roboni-i into the PC, players enter a virtual world where they can create profiles, participate in virtual missions, play online games and interact with friends who are online at the same time. Its Advanced PC-based Command Center Software allows users to program every facet of the robot’s behavior, edit games and upload performance data.

Check out Robonica in action in this video:

Bugatti Vera Kettle

special electronic controls for all of the functions required to keep the tea kettle up and functioning. It can achieve temperatures between 45 and 100 degrees Celsius. The screen and all of the buttons are located on the handle itself. The screen displays a clock and includes a self-timer that sets and regulates the tea kettle. The kettle can be programmed to make sure that your tea is done when you need it to be, like on a coffee break or first thing in the morning. To get this Bugatti Kettle it’s only going to cost you a measly £185.00 or about $300.

Flatbed Scanner disguised as book

If you are tired of the way your scanner looks, this is one way to solve the problem. Datamancer took a flatbed scanner and put it in a book that they hollowed out. Choosing the book you use could definitely change the look of the mod completely. It’d also be one way to show off your personality and the types of things you love. From the looks of things this isn’t just a book he found at your local Barnes and Nobles, but one he made himself.

Hercules to release 720p Webcam

The Hercules Dualpix HD 720p lives up to its name as it shoots in 720p HD resolution video with 1280 x 720 resolution at 30 frames per second with 16/9 format.



For photo resolution, it has 5 megapixels in interpolated mode, and it has a 1 megapixel CMOS sensor for quality images, even in low-light conditions. There is also a high-quality built-in microphone for good sound as well.

It uses USB 2.0 Video Class (UVC) interface for high-speed transfers for “driverless installation” for Windows XP SP2, Vista, and Windows 7.


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New Nokia 3G Netbook with pictures and video

Nokia announced it's first netbook , Nokia 3G. The netbook will be powered by an Intel Atom 1.6GHz Z530 chipest.





Its Feature includes:

720p HD screen, 10-inch HD display, 12 hours battery life and a HDMI output port.




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iPhone app: Latest Facebook application is now available

The new Facebook app version 3.0 for the iPhone / iPod Touch aims to make staying connected to and sharing updates with your friend an even easier experience than before.

Its Feature Includes:

landscape mode, zooming photos, seeing latest b-day and updates and of course a complete photo management entirely from your iPhone. For iPhone 3GS users, you will definitely be delighted to know that the new Facebook 3.0 app now finally gives you the ability to upload videos which you have recorded.

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CES 2009: The Best Gadgets In 2009

Panasonic introduces 103-inch Plasma Monitor.The combination of advancements in Plasma production technology and the tremendous worldwide success of the Panasonic 103-inch Plasma HD Display over the last two plus years have enabled us to increase production as well as efficiencies, and thereby make it available to a wider range of customers at a lower price point. When our 103-inch Plasma first debuted, it was a made-to-order product. It soon became obvious that in ultra-large screen sizes, nothing comes close to the Panasonic 103-inch Plasma in delivering crisp, clear, blur-free images in 1080p High Definition. Demand for the 103 exceeded our initial expectations, and its popularity continues.


The Panasonic 103-inch plasma display has been installed in the U.S. including NBC Network’s Sunday Night Football studio, CBS Network’s The Early Show set, The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office’s Inventors Hall of Fame (Alexandria, Va.) and other locations.


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Wireless Gadget: iRiver WAVE-HOME

The iRiver Wave Home is a wireless gadget with a touchscreen that relies on a constant stream of web widgets that offer up tiny-bits of tasty, digestible media content.
The Wave comes with a separate control that also serves as a wireless phone handset used for VoIP calls, though you can actually use the 7-inch (800 x 480 pixel) touch display as a virtual keypad.




IRiver is not releasing the price yet, but the rumor is that it will come down to about $400. It will launch next month in Korea and in the U.S. by mid-year.


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The New Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000 is coming this month : Windows 7 be Ready

The Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000 is the greatest set of keyboard and mouse, It will be here in August. Beyond the usual improvements to design (and some nice new soft touch materials), the setup includes some Windows 7 optimizations, particularly the Taskbar Favorites keys for instant access to corresponding taskbar items from a row of hotkeys (think your number row in World of Warcraft, Mr. Gnome Rogue), along with a Windows Flip button on the mouse and keyboard, and Device Stage support for checking out and setting up your fancy Microsoft hardware in glorious detail.



The mouse is a Blue Track-powered affair, and both devices hook up to the computer wirelessly through an included 2.4GHz transceiver. The pair will be out later this month for $80.



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Orange UK is launching LG GD910 watch phone on August 27 for £500

Orange brings the Watch Phone exclusively to the UK:

Orange today announced that the LG Touchscreen Watchphone (LG-GD910) will first go on sale in the UK in its Bond Street Station shop on Thursday, 27th August. Available for a limited time only, consumers will be able to purchase the must have gadget of the year at the exclusive price point of £500.



The handmade device will be priced at £500 ($826) and only available for a limited period; units will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.




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Spy Gadgets: Now record the video by wearing glasses

There are pens, watches, buttons, other mundane objects equipped with a pinhole camera available, but it does take a little practice to make sure you will record your intended target and not the person or things beside or above it! Now with these 2.4GHz Wireless spy camera sunglasses it might be a touch easier, since there is a camera on each side of the arm both concealed inside the frame without any protruding wires.

myGrid wireless charger by Duracell

Available this October, myGrid kits (including charger and one power sleeve) will be available for Nokia, Motorola, and Blackberry handsets, as well as the many flavors of Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch.

The Arc Mouse : Microsoft Technology

Arc Mouse combines the comfort of a desktop mouse and the portability of a notebook mouse.
It can fold up to 60% of its actual size. The Arc mouse has several colors with it, see below:

2.4 GHz - 30 ft. Wireless Range
Folds For Portability
Battery Status Indicator
Scroll Wheel
Laser Technology
6+ Months Battery Life
3-Year Limited Hardware Warranty


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Funny : How Google created Chrome logo

A very funny image called How Google created Chrome logo.

Garmin Forerunner 405 GPS Enabled Sport Watch

During a run, this slim, sleek watch accurately tracks distance, pace, calories, and displays it all on the easy-to-read screen. Tap or slide a finger around the innovative touch bezel to change information without fumbling for a button. No cables, no hookups, the data’s just there. Users can upload data to Garmin Connect, a web-based application that lets them analyze, share and store workouts. Zone training, heart rate zone training, supports 5 heart rate zones Compatible with GSC 10 speed/cadence bike sensor – monitor pedaling cadence and wheel speed.

Garmin Forerunner 405 GPS Enabled Sport Watch features

• time of day (12/24h),
• dual time zone, (day/date),
• daily alarm Training and
• motivational features – Virtual Partner, courses, workouts, goals
• GPS features – mark waypoints, back to start, save location
• ANT+Sport wireless technology lets you automatically transfer information back and forth between the watch and the PC
• Unit-to-unit – transfer workouts and locations to other Forerunner 405’s
• Dimensions – 45.75mm x 70.5mm x 16.4mm Weight – 2.11 ounces (60 grams)

Sony Vaio P-Series Laptop

The P-series Lifestyle PC is one of the smallest laptops we've seen; it is almost similar to a UMPC, but with a traditional clamshell laptop design. The widescreen 8-inch 1600x768 display and tiny keyboard make for a form factor that has roughly the same footprint as a standard white business envelope, and is less than 1-inch thick, weighing 1.4 pounds.

The P-series Lifestyle PC will retail for about $900, and options include solid state (up to 128GB) or standard hard drives and a variety of colors, including garnet red, emerald green, onyx black, crystal white, and classic (matte) black, with matching accessories including a fitted leather case.

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Level Camera Cube

There's not always a horizontal point of reference when framing photos, which can mean re-shoots, or cropping back at the computer. This allspark-looking Camera level helps avoid that: snap it on your flash mount, align the bubbles, and shoot straight.

• Attaches to any hot shoe
• Perfectly level photos, every time
• 1" x 1" x 1" cube
• Spend less time editing, more time shooting
• 3-axis level so you can shoot horizontally or vertically

Fujifilm Intros Amazing 3D Digital Camera: FINEPIX REAL 3D W1

Fujifilm has introduced a new digital camera with capabilities of capturing 3D videos and 3D still images, the REAL 3D W1 camera has dual lens and sensors combo which shoots regular 2D images at 10 Megapixels and combine them to create a stereo scopic 3d image. It also boasts of a 3X optical zoom with 3D functionality, you can also shoot 3D Still photos, which can be enjoyed on its special 2.8 inch 3D viewing LCD screen without the need of additional 2D glasses.





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Stealth NW-2000 rugged convertible touchscreen notebook

Stealth Computer have unveiled their latest notebook, the NW-2000, a ruggedized hybrid laptop/tablet based around Intel’s 1.06GHz Core 2 Duo, a 13.3-inch sunlight viewable resistive touchscreen and MIL-STD-810F, shock & vibration compliance. The sturdy convertible has 2GB of RAM (4GB maximum), a 160GB shock-mounted hard-drive (or optional SSD) and spill-resistant keyboard, and can cope with being dropped 91cm onto a wood-covered concrete surface 26 times in succession without impairing functionality.

Japanese hybrid magnetic motorbike

A Japanese vehicle manufacturer unveiled the prototype of a new electric motorbike carrying a hybrid magnetic motor, which can run almost noiselessly up to 180 kilometres (112 miles) on one charge.

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Zune HD - Microsoft Makes Things Official

That's right folks, the ZUNE HD is real. Microsoft officially announced the next iteration in their Zune line today, making it less of a tripped out pipe dream, and more of a totally tubular reality. The specs, which look exactly like that leak we say, go like this: 3.3-inch, 480 x 272 OLED capacitive touchscreen display, built-in HD Radio receiver, HD output


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