Despite the ongoing recession, many companies seem to refuse to acknowledge the fact that most people can’t afford blinged out gadgets anymore. The latest perpetrator is Computer Choppers which is offering up a 24″ plated in polished platinum iMac with a custom cut Apple Logo inlayed in the back of its housing. Even the keyboard and mouse have been plated in platinum to match. You’ll have to call for pricing if you are interested.
Hannspree, more notable for their creative TVs has now entered in to the Netbooks market with the release of the HannsNote. It easily fits into a backpack, pocketbook, etc…Weighing all of 2.9 lbs, the HannsNote includes a 6-Cell Lithum-Ion battery that will last up to 5 hours on a single charge. Other features include a Intel Atom processor, Windows XP operating system, 10″ LCD, 1GB RAM, 160GB HDD, 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.0, 1.3MP webcam, 3-in-1 card reader, and full-function keyboard. Just like their TV’s don’t let you down in their design aspect, the HannsNote comes in a high gloss black and white color which will aim to please the masses. ...
Hannspree, more notable for their creative TVs has now entered in to the Netbooks market with the release of the HannsNote. It easily fits into a backpack, pocketbook, etc…Weighing all of 2.9 lbs, the HannsNote includes a 6-Cell Lithum-Ion battery that will last up to 5 hours on a single charge. Other features include a Intel Atom processor, Windows XP operating system, 10″ LCD, 1GB RAM, 160GB HDD, 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.0, 1.3MP webcam, 3-in-1 card reader, and full-function keyboard. Just like their TV’s don’t let you down in their design aspect, the HannsNote comes in a high gloss black and white color which will aim to please the masses. ...
The Cartridge just happens to be the perfect watch for any gamer nostalgic for the bygone days of video game cartridges. Designed by Flud, the Cartridge is waterproof, with a glossy rubber strap. Its display shows the time vertically and indigo push button lighting – whatever that means. The Cartridge comes in four different colors and retails for $80, and you won’t even have to blow on it to make it work.
Porta System’s new Touch1600 is the first DVR security system we’ve come across to sport a large touch screen display. The device has a 17″ display with a 500GB or 1TB hard drive under the hood. Aside from its DVR capabilities, the network enabled system also allows for remote access, camera motion detection, and object movement detection. Overall, having a touch screen on a surveillance device like this is more than just a gimmick and it makes a lot of sense, since users will need to operate it on the fly and playback videos right away with out hassle. There is no word on pricing yet.
Philips launched the GoGear Vibe not too long ago and although it’s not meant to be a direct iPod competitor by any means, it does do the job of being an affordable MP3 player and a serious alternative to the Shuffle.
In the Box:
The packaging is actually pretty smart as it offers a perforated area on the packaging to simply take the device out of it without cutting your hands or breaking a pair of scissors. The GoGear Vibe comes with a USB adapter, matching black ear buds, a booklet, and software for easy installation.
Design:
The GoGear Vibe’s black glossy design itself is slick and easy on the eye. Its body is small with curved ...
The Samsung WEP870 is the latest Bluetooth headset to offer the best of both worlds – noise-canceling Bluetooth mono/stereo headset with Bluetooth music streaming to the ear buds. This all in one device features multi-connection technology, the WEP870 can be paired simultaneously with two Bluetooth enabled devices at once. The headset’s microphone points toward your mouth when worn on the included lanyard. When an incoming call comes in, the music will fade out softly and then resume once the call is over. The dual-microphones technology will enable noise and echo cancellation providing you with a better overall Bluetooth experience. No more saying “What?! What?! I can’t hear you through this thing. ...
We have seen A LOT of iPhone/iPod Touch cases in our day but this particular one has to take the cake. Finally available after Comic-con, is the Dexter The Game iPod Touch Case, a limited-edition case made by Speck Products. It comes in a cool blood splattered manila evidence envelope along with an extra “clue” into the mind of Dexter. The hard-shell case sports the classic Speck quality down to the blood-colored rubberized interior finish to complete the aesthetic. Dexter The Game iPod Touch Case retails for $49.99 and will compliment any inner Dexter in you. ...
The original Headphonies created by Eran Weinberg were such a hit that now there is a series of Headphonies II. These miniature speakers shaped as interesting characters are the cutest compliment to any iPod or MP3 player. The latest designs are called Skully and Stargirl and not only have their looks improved but so has the insides. The speakers are a better quality and an LED indicator turns green when fully charged. Each one comes with a cable and power cord for easy charging and will easily connect to any device, be it MP3 player or computer. The Headphonies II retails for $30 at Charles and Marie.
The 252° Living Area is a totally new take on the traditional motor home. Designed by graduate students at the Superior Institute of Design, the idea is that once you pull over on the road, its rooms unfold like an accordian and expand to a 252° radius. Once set up, you’ll have a bedroom, living room, bathroom,kitchen and even an office. Is this the future of motor homes or just a concept that will never make it anywhere? We don’t know. But we cant help but feel that as cool as this seems, we think we’d feel like Barbie in her Fold and Fun House walking around in it. (Via Vanity Fair)...
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