Future Generation Technology Gadgets

Oggz

2010-10-30T05:03:00.000-07:00

Oggz are egg shaped, they change colour, are rechargeable and portable lamps. Oggz are designed to bring peace and tranquility to any room. Each Oggz Lamp is lite form the inside by a series of LED lights that cycle through all 7 colour changes over a lazy two minute period. Being portable you can rest these things on any 'flat' surface, where they will last for over 5 hours. To recharge them, simply rest them on their smart, silver, triangular stand that also acts as their charger. Each Oggz is approx 9.0 x 6.4 cm which is one big egg really!Source

Laserpod

2010-10-30T05:00:00.000-07:00

Born of fashion, light art and the clubs the Laserpod is the present days answer to the 60's lava lamp and is set to become a design classic. Three electronic lasers and three blue and purple LEDs combine as a background to a red laser that's projected through a cut glass crystal to create powerful and beautiful effects. Use in absolute darkness for the best effects, the Laserpod will project its stunning light show across a room. Fully portable the Laserpod can run on batteries for up to 8 hours at a time or use its mains adaptor to create a relaxing ambiance where ever you are. Thought it couldn't get any better? Project the laser through your free two pack of holographic lenses to intensify the beautiful, hypnotic effects.
Laserpod Dimensions: 10cm tall (4 inches) and 8cm (3.25 inches) in diameter.

The Laserpod package contains:

1 x Aluminium Laserpod projector lamp unit
1 x Crystal (set into base unit)
1 x DC Adaptor (mains operated)
3 x AA Alkaline battery compartment (batteries not included)
1 x Instruction & use leaflet
Free 2 pack of holographic lenses
** PLUS - FREE KEYRING TORCH WITH EACH LASERPOD (worth £1.99) ** Source

Antworks Space Age Ant Farm

2010-10-30T04:55:00.000-07:00

If you have ever fancied owning an aquarium, but thought it would be too much work, then the Antworks space-age ant farm could be just for you. Based on a NASA experiment to study how ants tunnel in zero-g, the Antworks ant farm is a stylish and self contained environment for ants. The transparent housing is filled with a special nutrient rich gel which, not only gives your ants everything they need for a healthy life but also relieves you of the responsibility of having to feed or water them.
The kit doesn't include the ants themselves, but does include an ant catching kit and mail order vouchers for ants if you really can't be bothered. And one last thing to answer a lot of questions: Apparently the Gel can be re-used time & time again, and most ants live up to 6 months.Source

Wild Sling Solo

2010-10-30T04:51:00.000-07:00

Yes, they have finally done it!. Originally there was the 'Wild Sling'. A water bomb launcher that required three people to operate. Call it a heavy weapon water bomb launcher if you like. Those that owned these brilliant inventions, would use them with some mates and totally soak their neighbours, friends and total strangers. These were the halcyon days of water bombing. Then when other friends were about, they'd soak their mates who helped them the first few times to fire it. Eventually as more and more friends became the targets for a soaking from above, then the supply of friends to help in launching dried up (Or not as the case may be).
Finally, the Wild Sling owner was left with his water bomb launcher and no one to help. Down the local park, even the trees could no longer help as their branches had been broken off by over enthusiastic Wild Slingers. Ahh, I hear you all cry! But before you all get teary eyed with sympathy for our unslung heroes, some good news has arrived from the makers of the original 'Wild Sling'. Wild Sling - Solo (Hurray I hear you all cry!)
No longer do you need any friends (Not that you have any left anyway)! The Wild Sling Solo will launch your water balloons up to a range of 120 ft, all under your own power and without the help of any friends. Simply lie back, put your feet in the stirrups, insert said water balloon and pull back on the sling.

Once your intended target comes into view / range (I wouldn't get set-up too early for this as the strain might be too great), simply let go and giggle with glee as you watch the balloon sail through the air with the greatest of speed. N.B: Original Wild Sling owners should beware, you no longer have two friends to help you out of any bother that you might get yourself into and you can no longer split up to avoid the Police. Wild Sling, I think I love you!

It is supplied with a handy canvas bag and can be easily carried to any location. The Wild Sling Water Bomb Launcher is ideal for playing games in a large open field and hitting distant targets.
Wild Sling Launcher features:
• One giant water balloon launcher • Solo launch design

• 150 balloons • Canvas carry bag

• Instructions included • Supplied in a colourful card box
• Suitable for age 16 years and up
• Size: Wild Sling Launcher (box) D 6cm x H 17cm x W 20cm Source

Glow Brick

2010-10-30T04:43:00.000-07:00

First of all you might think why is this on Pointless But Cool, its not cool and those guys usually review really cool stuff, right?... Yes, that's right! This weird futuristic glowing cube is not powered by batteries, it doesn't have any cords, even though it will glow all night long... Pretty cool for a lightbulb, huh? OK, now to the Science. This lightbulb is no ordinary lightbulb, it is indeed solar-powered and it soaks up natural sun light during daylight hours to keep it glowing all night long (or when the lights are off!)

The Glow Brick Green is a little oxymoronic in its appearance. Obviously, someone was thinking outside the box when they came up with this ingenious night light despite what the design tells you (you know, the light bulb symbolizing the idea and the solid acrylic brick being the box?). Not only is the Glow Brick Green stylish but its name, goes farther than delimiting its color but also evokes its environmentally conscious construction as a green, eco-friendly way to add some atmosphere to a room.

If you think the bulb inside the Glow Brick looks like the familiar incandescent bulbs from the fixtures in your home, you’re absolutely right! It’s a standard light bulb that has been filled with a glow-in-the-dark pigment. Encased in the acrylic brick, the light diffracts to create a beautifully and enticing shroud of radiance.

Sitting on your desk throughout the day, the Glow Brick may just look like an odd curio but it’s actually charging itself — absorbing UV light which it releases to give off its peculiar glow. The result is an intriguing light source completely independent of everything except the sun to make it work. No switches, no cords or plugs, just give it sun by day and the Glow Brick Green will give back to you a unique brilliance of its own.

Phobile

2010-10-30T04:38:00.000-07:00

Forget international roaming and WAP capability, phones were far more entertaining in the good old days. Unwieldy hunks of plastic with clunking great dials, shrieking bells, pulse dialling and, best of all, chunky handsets. You remember; the hefty dumbbell-like things that you could barely balance between shoulder and ear. Needless to say there's no place for such impractical appendages on today's slimline mobiles. Or is there?

Because despite a relentless stream of mobile telephonic innovation, talking on the phone just isn't as satisfying as it used to be. For starters you can't slam a mobile down in disgust, chuck the receiver skywards in delight, or re-enact your favourite 'This is the Sweeney, sunshine, and we're comin' ta get ya!' TV moment. Fortunately, all that's about to change thanks to the technologically advanced but hilariously retro Phobile handset. Simply plug this highly evocative hunk of shiny retro-ironic plastic into your mobile via an adapter and you'll be the envy/laughing stock of all those who encounter you.

Note: Phobile is now supplied with 6 adapters. For a full list of phones covered. Source

Chocolate Fountain

2010-10-30T04:33:00.000-07:00

Looking like a prop from the new Willy Wonka film, the Chocolate Fondue Fountain is a must for every chocoholic. The chocolate fountain, when operating, looks like a three-tiered chocolate wedding cake. Gourmet Belgian chocolate cascades off of each layer in sheets and guests dip skewered fruit or food items into the chocolate flow -- pure heaven. Chocolate fountains are in big demand at weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, anniversary parties, birthday parties, corporate events, and other various functions. In fact, the chocolate fountain can be used at just about any event where you are looking to amaze guests, attract attention, or make a lasting impression.

If you are looking to start your own independent chocolate fountain rental business, or if you are a hotel, restaurant, or caterer looking to expand your current business, then you have come to the right place. Chocolate Fountain Sales can help you get started in the lucrative chocolate fountain rental business. Here you will be able to compare chocolate fountain models and prices, including Sephra Chocolate Fountains and the American Chocolate Fountain ™, find operating instructions for the chocolate fountains, and purchase a chocolate fountain for immediate shipment. In addition to chocolate fountains, we also offer the worlds best selling commercial beverage fountains - Apex Champagne Fountains. Be sure to check out our Apex Champagne Fountains Here.

But most importantly, when you purchase a chocolate fountain from Chocolate Fountain Sales.com, you can rest assured knowing we will be here to help and guide you through "The Ultimate Chocolate Experience".Source

Inflatable Pub

2010-10-30T04:26:00.000-07:00

Its a fully working inflatable pub which you can put in your garden. The pub is 40-feet long, 19-feet long and 22-feet high. It has room for a bar and around 30 customers, more if they are drunk on the floor. It can b In appearance, the pub seems not that attractive for those who love having a drink in a pub. But in reality it is very unique and innovative, because the Hogshead Pub is the world’s first inflatable pub and it comes in “ye olde worlde” style. The pub can be set up almost everywhere and hold about 20-50 persons, making it especially ideal for outdoors activities. But since there’s no information showing whether or not the pub is made from puncture-resistant material, we suggest that everyone in the inflatable pub not bring any knives or needles.Source

Cushtie Cushion

2010-10-30T04:19:00.000-07:00

Cushtie Cushion is the most amazing squashable, squishable, cuddleable, hugable pillow you will ever feel. Cushtie Cushion has a gorgeously soft, smooth, stretchy covering and is filled with thousands of tiny super-soft polystyrene micro-granules. Words cannot describe how lovely and smooshable it is. Everyone who gets hold of the Cushtie Cushion is amazed by its squishability and squeezability and they think its the nicest, playful pillow they have ever touched. Cushtie Pillow is great for relieving stress, cat naps or power naps on the sofa, in bed, under your desk at work or on planes, trains and automobiles. Cushtie Cushion dimensions 35 cm in length and 16 cm in diameter) and it comes with a really handy protective drawstring bag, all of which makes it an ideal travel companion. We have Cushtie Pillows in blue, pink, black or as a red heart cushion. At only £9.95, it would make a great accessory for any modern funky bedroom, house, car or anywhere else you'd want to put it!

Chill-Out Room

2010-10-30T04:16:00.000-07:00

Looking like a left-over prop from the Prisoner, or some sort of atomic model, this collection of inflatable white pillows is actually a chill-out room.
Inflate it, climb in and escape into your own private space, comfortingly caccooned in soft whiteness. Relax in your space until you are at one with yourself once again or at least until the kids shut-up and the in-laws bugger off home. Source

3D Video Camcorder

2010-10-27T10:09:00.000-07:00

This is the only shirtpocket camcorder that records video in three dimensions to provide a true stereoscopic viewing experience. The camcorder's two lenses work in unison with its 3 MP image sensor to record slightly differing images which are interlaced to create a video anaglyph--a 3D video. Videos are recorded in 640 x 480 pixel resolution as AVI files. A 4 GB SD card (sold below) stores up to four hours of video or 2,000 3D still images (JPEG). The camcorder's 3 1/4" TFT display shows content in 3D (no glasses required), and movies can be viewed on the included media player's 7" screen because it is overlaid with a parallax barrier that displays video in 3D without the need for 3D glasses (content is transferred to the media player with an SD card). Media player includes speakers and a headphone jack. The camcorder can also shoot standard (2D) movies and pictures for display on the media player in 2D. Includes USB cable for copying content onto a computer. Its rechargeable battery provides two hours of operation from a six-hour charge; the media player uses an included AC adapter. Camcorder 4 1/2" H x 1 1/2" W x 3 1/2" D. (6 oz.); media player 5 1/2" H x 8 1/2" W x 4" D. (1 1/4 lbs.) Source

Most Portable Handheld DVD Player.

2010-10-27T08:55:00.000-07:00

The most portable handheld DVD player available, this compact monitor delivers a sharp, clear picture and is about the size of a paperback. Its ABS plastic case is sheathed in a protective rubber frame that allows a sure grip and cushions the 4 1/5" screen from drops, jostling, and other rigors of automobile or air travel. It also has a padded nylon carrying case with shoulder strap and DVD storage sleeves. The DVD player operates for 2 1/2 hours on a full charge of its battery pack, and can be connected to a television via included AV cables for use as a traditional DVD player. Also capable of playing CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and MP3s, the unit comes with an AC adapter, and a car power port adapter. 5 3/8" H x 6 1/2" W x 2 1/4" D. (1 1/4 lbs.)Source

Shake Weight in no time of taking weight

2010-10-27T08:48:00.000-07:00

If your workout routine takes a lot of your free time but your desire for staying in good shape is extremely strong, the Shake Weight seems to fits the bill. This training gadget offers a smart technique to keep your shape effortlessly and in no time. With just 6 minutes a day, you will be able to build strong upper body muscles while saving your time. Shaped like a real dumbbell, this gizmo is easy to use. So all you need to do just hold it while the Shake Weight will operate for you intelligently.
The Shake Weight operates based on dynamic inertia principle that seems to intensively develop your arms’ muscles. This groundbreaking device is designed specifically for those women who want to take their attractiveness to the next level. So you were shy to go sleeveless, it stands to reason give it a try. Additionally, your shoulders and chest will be improved so why not be just appealing.
Let your upper body to look trendy and glamorously with this high efficiency device that clearly stands out in a crowd. The miraculous Shake Weight is available for just 19, 95 USD. It has never been possible to work out your whole upper body in so little time while the Shake Weight offers a simplified muscle work increasing your upper body muscles activity by over 300 percent in comparison with conventional weight lifting.

Apple MacBook Pro MB990LL/A 13.3-inch Laptop

2010-10-26T07:38:00.000-07:00

The good news is, you Apple fans now have another good choice, yeah, it is what we are going to introduce, that is, Apple MacBook Pro MB990LL/A, which has become a bestselling laptop rapidly since it was released days ago on Amazon. As such a popular laptop, there must be something amazing, let’s find out together.

Apple MacBook Pro MB990LL/A is a 13.3″ laptop with an integrated NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics, 160GB hard drive, 2GB DDR3 RAM and a 2.26 GHz Core 2 Duo processor. With such configurations, we can use it to do our daily task without any problem.

Featuring a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, the MacBook Pro is thinner and lighter than its predecessor as well as stronger and more durable. But Apple didn’t stop innovating with the body’s design. The MacBook Pro also includes a new 13-inch, LED-backlit glass display (instead of an LCD panel) as well as a glass trackpad that doesn’t include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple’s Multi-Touch technology.

What’s more, this 13-inch MacBook Pro (model MB990LL/A) also now includes Apple’s innovative built-in notebook battery for up to 7 hours of wireless productivity on a single charge without adding thickness, weight or cost. Using Adaptive Charging and advanced chemistry first introduced with the 17-inch MacBook Pro the built-in battery delivers up to 1000 recharges before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity–nearly three times the lifespan of conventional batteries. Now you know why so many people are crazy about it.

As a 13.3-inch laptop, MacBook Pro MB990LL/A is best for students, especially college students, it is fashionable and smart, it would be wonderful to bring it to the classroom!

MacBook Pro MB990LL/A comes with loads of wonderful features, let’s take a look.

Features:

The Unibody MacBook Pro Design
Traditionally notebooks are made from multiple parts. With the MacBook Pro all of those parts with just one part–the breakthrough unibody enclosure.

Long-Lasting Battery
The 13-inch MacBook Pro now includes a newly engineered lithium-polymer battery that that lasts up to 7 hours on a single charge thanks to advanced chemistry, intelligent monitoring of the system and battery, and Adaptive Charging technology.

Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
Experience improved energy efficiency, expanded wireless connectivity, and amazing battery life with the 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, which has a super-fast 1066 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and an large 3 MB L2 cache.

Video Processing & Output
The MacBook Pro delivers both powerful graphics performance and long battery life via the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding everyday graphics experience with up to a 5x performance boost.

Video Conferencing with Built-in iSight
Artfully placed in the glass display is an iSight camera, which enables easy video conferencing as well as allows you to snap pictures of yourself and create video podcasts.

These are just the main features, it also has many other cool features.

Additional Features:

Two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), one FireWire 800 (up to 800 Mbps), SD card slot
Mini DisplayPort compatible with DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI connectors (all optional)
Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports full native resolution on the built-in display and up to 2560 by 1600 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors
8x slot-loading SuperDrive with the following write speeds: 8x DVD±R; 4x DVD±R DL (double layer); 4x DVD±RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW
Built-in full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement)
Internal omnidirectional microphone and built-in speakers
Combined optical digital output/headphone out with selectable analog audio line in (minijack)
Kensington lock slot
Measures 12.78 x 8.94 x 0.95 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 4.5 pounds (including battery)

With so many amazing features, how can’t people love it so much?

Specs:

2.26 GHz Core 2 Duo Processor
2 GB DDR3 RAM
160 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system
13.3 inch LED Display, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics

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ASUS AIGuru SV1 First Mobile Skype Phone

2010-10-26T07:32:00.000-07:00

ASUS just can’t seem to stop its success lately. Not only do they have those hot netbooks, but they have just added to their success with the world’s first Skype Certified videophone called the AiGuru SV1.

The AiGuru SV1 allows the user to make unlimited phone calls with a webcam, speaker, and microphone, and to see the person he or she is calling with the seven inch screen.

Of course, Skype is a funny thing. There are those who cannot do without it, and there are those who have never tried it. If you are in the former category, then you probably work in some business that requires a lot of video conferencing with clients. If you are in the latter category, then you should also find the SV1 easy to use with an “icon-based interface and intuitive button layout”.

As for the Net connection, the AiGuru allows for an 802.11 b/g wireless or to Ethernet via router. As for the power, it has a rechargeable battery that can operate for about 20 minutes. That might be long enough for a full video conversation, but that might be enough to move the SV1 if need be.Source

Sony breaks out 2.1 BRAVIA DAV-F200 home theater system

2010-08-06T04:45:00.000-07:00

Sony has just launched the DAV-F200 Bravia home theatre system, sony sound bites “Bringing cinema sound without cluttering up your living room with speakers” as the major selling point. In terms of specifications its not amazing but fine for casual home use.

DAV-F200 Specifications

2.1 channel home theater system
300W amplifier
HDMI output
MP3 recording via USB
Playback of MP3, WMA, AAC, and JPEG via USB
Internal playback of MP3, JPEG, and DivX formats
BRAVIA Sync

The control box can be mounted to the wall or placed in a cabinet and the hideaway speakers as small enough to hide in any number of crevasses in the living room.With a total amplification output of 405W claims to create virtual surround effects from only two hidden speakers and the reasonably compact sub-woofer. Worded another way sony are selling you 2.1 surround sound but fobbing it off as virtual 5.1 surround sound. unfortunately, there’s no word on price or availability in the US, however in the Europe our sources tell us June 2008 release. Source

O2 Joggler, All-in-One Family Digital Frame

2010-08-06T04:40:00.000-07:00

This Dandy Gadget: In flash seen, it’s a digital frame. Yeap, but not a digital photo frame, it’s O2 Joggler. although O2 Joggler can operate as digital photo frame such as Trancend Digital Photo Frame with touchscreen function. Like others UK Companies, O2, the manufacturer of Joggler is focusing on gadgets for family activities.

The O2 Joggler features 7-inch touchscreen, 1GB of internal memory with interesting contents such as sport news, weather, calendar, and others. The device also can be operated as digital clock. As note, you can set your status like you are getting touch with facebook, you can set birthday, school, deadline works, and others important moment that need to be mention. So, you won’t miss anything and keep touching with your members of family. you don’t need to write all of your plan on paper,right? reduce the paper, save the world.

More, you easily connect the O2 Joggler with your others device via cable or wireless. With O2 Joggler you can store up to 200 photos, play videos and games, hear music via internet or via Joggler, and you can send 50 text message per month on any mobile phone. Source

Sony lunch new Playstation in 2010

2010-08-06T04:33:00.000-07:00

Gavin Cheshire, Vice President of Codemasters Studios, recently described his opinion of the PSP in an article in Edge magazine. Cheshire, being an owner of a PSP himself, expressed that he thought “it was such a bollocking useless waste of space; just getting stuff on it was ridiculous.” He continued to comment on the newer PSPgo saying that it’s a “lovely device” but just figuring out how to do basic “stuff” on it was difficult.

While I disagree on the ease-of-use complaints, I will agree with him that the PSP isn’t doing so hot lately and mine has been collecting dust for almost two years now. While Cheshire doesn’t express much faith in the PSP. Source

Sony Ericsson XPERIA is expected with Android 2.0

2010-08-06T00:45:00.000-07:00

Another Android smartphone is leaked, but unfortunately we can’t say that it is going to start its sales any time soon. This time it’s Sony Ericsson who fancy Android for its top range mobile phone, for next XPERIA division model to be precise. Parallels with HTC Hero here are possible, of course, but I fear they would be untimely because Rachel, so is its codename, sports some interesting features that make it stand out a bit.

There is not much to say about the next Sony Ericsson XPERIA, but we already know that it might whop Hero’s nose. First of all, SE is preparing an 8 megapixel camera with autofocus. Nothing with more humble pixel density was expected for the XPERIA because guys at Sony Ericsson were always taken up with cameras. Which probably explains an over 12 megapixel phone from them by the end of the year.

Now, there is more. HTC Hero comes with 528MHz processor. The XPERIA in turn is expected to be fitted with a latest 1GHz processor. That of course would make a difference no matter what the phone will be used for.

The last thing so far is the OS. SE Rachel is rumored to be one of the first devices out there with Android 2.0. This fact arises questions like whether it will have something at least remotely like Sense UI? Or one which is even more actual: how long to wait for it? All we know is that Android 2.0 comes in autumn, hopefully Rachel also.Source

Awesome Sony PSP Cake

2010-08-06T00:37:00.000-07:00

We love cakes here at Geeky Gadgets, especially geeky ones, and have featured quite a few different ones in the past, the latest one is definitely one of the coolest we have seen so far, the Sony PSP Cake.

The Sony PSP Cake is about three times the size of the real PSP, and it measures 18 inches long, and was make by Debbie from Debbie does cakes.

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Sony's Playstation 4

2010-08-06T00:15:00.000-07:00

You read it here first, folks! The Playstation 4 (aka PS4), Sony's upcoming game console, will bring along the next generation of video game systems with enhanced view and sensors for better gaming experiences. The graphics and processing power will of course be unprecedented, as we've come to expect with Sony's Playstation brand. The gameplay itself is also sure to be revolutionary. Sony has recently released some information about the PS4 and how it will work.

As you can see, Sony has unveiled a new look for it's latest Playstation, ditching the shiny black veneer of the previous model and opting for a more neutral grey/white color. This new look is quite stunning to be honest - it retains the style and sleekness of the PS3 design and still looks incredibly high tech, but the lighter shade is sure to attract some more casual gamers, a demographic that Sony will sorely need to cater to in order to succeed, as has been witnessed by the Playstation 3's current situation as the least successful video game console on the market, way behind the Nintendo Wii and Xbox 360. Clearly Sony has learned their lesson that they will need to chase a more mainstream, casual audience with their new Playstation 4.

It has also been announced that Sony will take another cue from the Wii and pursue motion-sensing controls much more seriously than it did with it's last generation machine. Rumor has it that Sony's new controller will take motion-sensing controllers to a whole new level - Early indicators suggest that the Playstation 4 will use a glove-like device that the user will wear, along with a motion-sensing force field, vest, remote, helmet, and standard controller combined to create a totally immersive gaming experience with as few buttons as possible.

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The i-Station T43

2010-08-06T00:07:00.000-07:00

Running on Linux 2.6, the latest offering from Digital Cube is the T43 i-Station, successor to the V43 released last year. There's a 4.3" TFT screen that displays all the popular formats -- DivX, xVid, MPEG, and WMV. Aditionally, a USB 2.0 port is built right into the player, allowing for immediate transfer from flash drives and other USB devices. With 64 MB of DDR RAM and up to 30 GB of storage space, it's not a bad little gadget.

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Futuristic Prototype Apple Tablet

2010-08-05T23:58:00.000-07:00

Just when you think that everyone’s forgotten about the Apple tablet, here it comes again, smacking us right in the head with novelty. This time, we’re dealing with a prototype of the device, or better said some very cool photo manipulation and render, done by Lucas Rosa. This “miniature laptop in tablet form” is some sort of hybrid between Microsoft Courier and a WACOM tablet.

Nintendo DS was also used as an inspiration for the device, that supports gestures, like flipping virtual pages. Also, you should know that the iSlate or Netslate (would be names for the concept) measures about 14 x 21 cm and comes with two foldable parts, connected by a flexible hinge. The tablet uses the iPhone’s OS with some features taken from the desktop Mac OS X. Pinching gesture is also supported, plus annotations, additional layers of information and even gaming, with virtual controls on screen. The display on this tablet concept is an AMOLED, thin and energy saving, while the memory is all SSD. USB and FireWire are not included, but WiFi and Bluetooth are, as well as induction charging.

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iStation T3 Voca- The Edition Educational PMP

2010-07-29T04:37:00.000-07:00

The iStation T3 Voca Edition is an educational version of the iStation T3 that we mentioned last year. This new model has a similar specification with the previous model. Available in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB versions, the gadget features a 4.3-inch touchscreen LCD display, a TV out, an e-book support, an integrated FM radio, a built-in audio recording and supports for WMV, MPEG, AVI, DivX and Xvid file formats. The iStation T3 Voca Edition will help kids to improve their Korean vocabulary. The price starts at $259 upwards, depending on the storage capacity.Source

Crunch Pad Internet Tablet computer

2010-07-29T04:17:00.000-07:00

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes on the CrunchPad since our last update in April, and have just about nailed down the final design for the device. We’re showing the conceptual drawings here today. In another few weeks we’ll have the first working prototypes in our office.

This launch prototype is another significant step forward from the last prototype. The screen is now flush with the case and we’ve decreased the overall thickness to about 18 mm. The case will be aluminum, which is more expensive than plastic but is sturdier and lets us shave a little more off the overall thickness of the device.

I believe the device now actually looks better than the original concept design we published last summer. Compare the images below to the first prototype and you can see how far we’ve come. If you’re interested, here’s Prototype B. Pictures of Prototype C, which is the device we’re actually demo’ing to people now, are here.

A lot has happened behind the scenes, too. Our partner Fusion Garage continues to drive the software forward, and we are in deep discussions with key partners to bring the device to market. If you’d like to see the previous CrunchPad in action, we have a previously-private video available on YouTube that shows our vision for the user interface and the last version of the software stack. This is a Linux based operating system and a Webkit based browser. The device boots directly into the browser.

The next time we talk about the CrunchPad publicly will be at a special press and user event in July in Silicon Valley. If you’d like to be emailed when new news comes out, send an email to crunchpad@techcrunch.com and we’ll put you on the list. Source