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Google+ iOS app submitted for Apple's approval, will they +1 it?

2012-08-10T01:28:00.001-07:00

Android-based users have been enjoying their +1 goodness for a little while now (I know I have!) and now its iOS-based users to enjoy their +1 life. Google have submitted their Google+ iOS app to Apple for approval and are just awaiting the good news. Erica Joy, a Mountain View employee shared the news on her Google+ profile that the app had been submitted for approval.

We now await the App Approving Gods to +1 the App and let it out, go forth and join the line of waiting.

read more:http://www.tweaktown.com/news/20109/google_ios_app_submitted_for_apple_s_approval_will_they_1_it/index.html

Samsung's Galaxy Note 10.1 is sliding onto shelves, has enjoyed its first root already

2012-08-10T01:22:00.003-07:00

It looks like Samsung's pen-toting Galaxy Note 10.1 has already hit shelves, but that's not even the best bit of this news. The 10.1-inch slate looks to have already been rooted by XDA Developers' forum member Zedomax.

Zedomax claims that he's the first person in the world to have rooted the Galaxy Note 10.1, where he claims he achieved the results by injecting root into the stock European firmware, which is an easier method, as it allows you to fully unroot and return the Note 10.1 for warranty in the future, if you run into any problems with the tablet.

Zedomax has his own website that has step-by-step instructions, with pictures, that you can check out. This is quite the feat, considering Samsung only announced the Note 10.1 a couple of days ago, now it has hit retail shelves, and been rooted. Is it just me, or when reading (or for me, writing) about 'rooting', I somehow feel dirty. But, in this case, it's a good kind of dirty. Is that dirty? Anyway, check out Zedomax's tutorial if you're looking to grab a Note 10.1 and want to err, root it.
read more:http://www.tweaktown.com/news/25231/samsung_s_galaxy_note_10_1_is_sliding_onto_shelves_has_enjoyed_its_first_root_already/index.html

Magnetic Shape Stand For Gadgets

2011-10-08T02:37:00.001-07:00

Handles are so important. They enable our wiry, dexterous fingers to grasp all sorts of objects. “Your Magnet” is a u-magnet with little suction cup feet. Stick it on handleless cups, electronics, glass and just about anything that’ll stick. Personally I have a mirrored cabinet that’s near impossible to open after a steamy shower. Your Magnet looks like a good solve for that.
1 packet : 1EA
Size : 145*95*20mm (packet)
Material : PC, PUR
Colors : Red, Scarlet, Chocolate, Grey, lime
Made in Korea

Designer: Lufdesign

article source:http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/10/06/handles-on-everything/

Sharpshooter Electric Emergency Rescue Bike

2011-08-17T08:02:00.001-07:00

Designed for use by the Coast Guard, the Sharpshooter electric bike concept aims to be a viable alternative to the current limited range motorcycles for routine patrols and emergency rescues. For water rescues, the body can be bent and transformed into a lightweight throwing device and the motor can be used as a winch for collecting rope quickly. Aside from being multifunctional, this electric bike is a more environmentally friendly way of patrolling compared to the common motorcycle.

Designer: Jurmol Yao

article source:http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/08/17/emergency-rescue-bike/

Blue Sky I’m Watch Syncs with Your iPhone

2011-08-11T09:36:00.001-07:00

Smart Watches are the way forward, and the Blue Sky Design Studio developed the touch screen I’m Watch, which is synchronized with the smartphone via Bluetooth. Works with iPhone and Android. Updates are introduced directly into one of the screens of the clock.
The clock allows users to write text messages, email, Twitter, check the update status of Facebook, etc. You can even make and receive phone calls through the speaker. The watch has a square in front of 240 pixels measuring 1.5 “. The clock has 4 GB of storage and 64 MB of RAM.
It ‘available in two versions, I-Series Color red, yellow, cyan, pink, black and white, who sell € 249 (~ $ 354 USD), while a bit’ absurd to have Jewel series has a gold, pink gold , white gold, titanium, or covered with diamonds € 600 to € 15,000 ($ 853 ~ $ 21,325 USD). The Watch is now available for pre-order on their website.

article source:http://technabob.com/blog/2011/08/11/blue-sky-im-watch/

NEURON The Car Knows What You’re Thinking

2011-08-09T07:41:00.001-07:00

I’d love to travel back in time, point and laugh at all the futurists who thought we would be in flying cars by now. Of course they couldn’t have possibly foreseen a future where the challenges of navigable controls, integrated computers and an energy crisis dominate the landscape. The NEURON is an IMAGINATIVE look at how BMI (brain interface technology) could bring “man and machine” even closer. It doesn’t rely on physical dexterity. Just think it and it’s done. Now channeling Spock… “fascinating.”

Thanks to our sophisticated brains which contain both serial and parallel processors, we have the perfect machine to drive all our doo-dads. Research converting brainwaves into digital commands are still in its infancy but shows tremendous promise. For the most part this has been relegated the medical industry. What about the rest of us?

Think about a car that knows you, I mean REALLY KNOWS YOU. Hell, even your spouse can’t read your brain waves. TANGENT – if someone could invent sunglasses or something for men to be able to read women’s brainwaves, get the Sham-Wow guy to promote it. I heard he needs a job.

Back to the subject at hand. The car knows how you drive, your idiosyncrasies, your id if you will. This level of interaction could enable the driver to feel in control while significantly reducing human error. It also enables the machine to learn and predict what you’ll do even before you think it.

But how will this impact automotive design? On a basic level, it means interior spaces are no longer governed by a fixed internal architecture. If there is no steering wheel or dashboard full of controls, why does there need to be a fixed driving position’? Could users become so in tune with their products and able to control them with such precision that crashes become a thing of the past? Subsequently, if they no longer require as many safety systems, does the car have to be made of metal? Could we create a more efficient paradigm, a product that has less impact on its surrounding environment and that allows the car to be constructed in a simpler manner.

article source:http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/08/08/the-car-knows-what-youre-thinking/

HILO - Concept Computer (Tablet High On Felt!)

2011-08-09T07:32:00.001-07:00

The HiLo is quite an interesting concept; it is a 10” OLED Tablet with a wireless felt keyboard. Now the thing about the keyboard is that it’s styled as a jacket to hold the tablet. At the same time it features fused (hot pressed – embedded circuitry) keys on the outside. Naturally, you use the keyboard as desired, however I’m getting a kick out of the casual interaction between the protective jacket and the tablet. It’s just too awesome!

Materials

Keyboard: Felt
Tablet Shell: aluminum and ABS plastic
Size: 280 x 160 x 14 mm
Weight: 1 kg

article source:http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/08/09/tablet-high-on-felt/

Air Powered Beautiful Motorcycle

2011-08-05T06:12:00.002-07:00

Ergonomic Aviation Headset For Sennheiser

2011-08-05T05:55:00.001-07:00

I know I’m not alone when I say I want my pilot on my next flight to be as comfortable, rested, and confident as possible. Understanding the importance of clear speech, hearing, and comfort of a pilot’s communication headset, BMW Group DesignworksUSA created this customizable system that fuses ergonomics, audio functionality, and a streamlined interface for a comfortable, relaxed, and safe flying experience.

New features include a sliding control on the headband to find the optimum balance between comfort and a “tight” fit. Cushions are particularly soft around the temple area of sunglasses, keeping ambient noise out even more effectively. The special ear cup and inclined axis of the headset further improve passive noise attenuation.

article source:http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/08/05/ergonomic-aviation-headset/

Squish, Splash, and Waft Beautiful Lighting

2011-08-04T08:36:00.001-07:00

This series of interactive light objects by Viktor Alexander Kölbig aims to strengthen the relationship between object and user through light sources that not only illuminate the space they occupy but capture the users interest through a variety of unique interfaces and physical interactions like “smooshing” the smooth textile surface of the Seide lamp or stirring water in the Water Light to control power, color, and intensity.

Seide- this lamp develops its fascination the moment you touch the soft, smooth textile interface. Depending on how far it is pushed inside, the user can brighten and dim or turn it off by petting it gently.

Air Light- this lamp is developed to give the user the ability to adjusting the light without touching it. Just the presence of the hand inside the ring is enough to turn it on. A magic color change is triggered when the user simply turns their hand!

Water Light- fascinated by moving water and the reflections of light on the surface, this lamp consists of a light source and container holding water. The water not only spreads the light, but also acts as the interface for adjusting brightness and color. The amount of water added or taken away adjusts the amount of light, and stirring the water with your finger changes the color of the light- just like mixing water colors.

article source:http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/08/04/squish-splash-and-waft-lighting/

Music Bell

2011-08-01T07:10:00.001-07:00

Glocke is a unique cradle for an MP3 player and is inspired by the Korean Buddhist Bell. The bell works on the principle of resonance and amplifies sound, spreading its outreach. So when you dock the MP3 player on this device, it amplifies the low sound using the glass cylinder and glossy plastic body to full effect. The LED lamps are cute and glow according to the volume of the music…simply magnificent!

Glocke is a 2011 Sparks Awards Bronze winner.

article source:http://www.yankodesign.com/2011/08/01/music-bell/

Funny Wirelss “Oppopet Mouse”

2011-07-28T08:32:00.001-07:00

Funny wireless optical “Oppopet Mouse” produced by Elecom in collaboration with Nendo has USB receiver in the shape of different animal tails. “To transport the mouse, users plug the tail into the body, as though picking up a small animal to go for a walk. When in use, the mouse takes on a simple discrete shape, and the tail plugs into the computer, extending casually as though a small pet is hiding inside.”

artcal sourse:http://www.beautifullife.info/industrial-design/funny-wirelss-oppopet-mouse/

Packard Bell finally released the Liberty Android tablet in UK

2011-07-28T08:21:00.001-07:00

2Duo Concept Camera

2011-07-26T08:30:00.001-07:00

The 2Duo concept camera features Dual Lens and Dual LCDs so that you can get maximum perfection out of your photography. Self-portraits or 3-D kinda pics, this camera helps you do all sorts of things to make you trigger-happy. The 2-way hinge structure rotates at 90-degree angle and 360-degree angle, allowing you to take some awesome photos with unbelievable angle-shots! Given the number of apps and tricks that I am using to
perfect ordinary shots, this kinda camera just fires my imagination and creativity.

2Duo Concept Camera is a 2011 Sparks Award Entry.

artcal sourse:http://www.wanakaman.com/index.php/2011/08/01/2duo-concept-camera/

iBangle mp3 player gadget iPod’s future

2011-07-25T07:14:00.001-07:00

iBangle Mp3 Player: Future iPod

hope u like this ..
gadget features a multi-touch track pad for you to control your favorite music tracks. Too bad, it lacks of a display screen or projector for you to enjoy movies. In addition, the iBangle is able to fit comfortable into any wrist size thanks to the Inflatable ring cushion.

artcal sourse:http://www.friendsmania.net/forum/upcoming-pc-top-gadgets/6636.htm

iPhone 5 concept and design by Antoine Brieux of NAK Studio

2011-07-22T08:37:00.001-07:00

Beautiful Electric Motorcycle “Orphiro”

2011-07-22T08:23:00.001-07:00

Orphiro is not just an electric bike, it’s efficient, quiet and an all around a great option for sustainable mobility. This battery-powered cruiser made in the Netherlands. Company founder Alexander Steegh says the slick streamlined exterior covers five lithium-ion batteries putting out 72 volts. Top speed is 75 mph, and recharging the batteries takes six and a half hours. “Sustainable fun, a cool design and comfortable driving. Orphiro combines all ideals when it comes to new motorcycling: fully electric, fast loading and one with nature.”

artcal sourse:http://www.beautifullife.info/automotive-design/electric-motorcycle-orphiro/

New Panasonic LUMIX (DMC-)LS5 really shines in low light situations

2011-07-21T09:52:00.002-07:00

Panasonic has announced a new LUMIX series point-and-shoot camera today in the (DMC-)LS5 which is expected to debut in November.

artcal sourse:http://www.tweaktown.com/news/20255/new_panasonic_lumix_dmc_ls5_really_shines_in_low_light_situations/index.html

The (DMC-)LS5 features a 14.1-megapixel sensor with 5x optical zoom and a 26mm wide-angle lens. One of its major strengths is said to be its ability to deliver high-quality photos in low-light settings.

Other features of this compact camera include the 2.7-inch LCD, ISO sensitivty of up to 1600 (which can be extended to ISO 6400), O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilization), 720p video recording (at 30fps) and a built in image uploader for easy social network sharing.

Pricing on the (DMC-)LS5 will come out around 30 days before the retail release of the model in November.

article source

http://www.tweaktown.com/news/20255/new_panasonic_lumix_dmc_ls5_really_shines_in_low_light_situations/index.html

Cooler Master goes all out with its first CM Storm series gaming headset

2011-07-19T22:49:00.001-07:00

Cooler Master has extended its CM Storm branding into the world of gaming headsets today with the launch of the CM Storm Sirus 5.1 headset.

While being Cooler Master's first shot at a gaming headset, they look to have gone all out when running over the feature set, promising 'true' 5.1 channel surround sound with its eight internal speakers (four on each side), uni-directional mic, gold-plated USB connectors and a cool piece of supporting software included with it that CM calls the "Tactical Mixing Console", allowing players individual adjustment for each speaker and better overall control of the sound delivery, along with customized profiles being possible that better suit individual game titles.

The two main 40mm speakers promise a deep powerful bass along with six 30mm drivers that provide crisp, directional audio that make up the 5.1 experience. The specs state a frequency response of 10Hz - 20,000Hz and an impedance of 32 Ohms.

Meanwhile, the earpads are interchangeable with the inclusion of leatherette and breathable waved earpads, with the former being better for noise cancellation and the latter for a better 'oxygenated' experience.

To give you an idea on price, the Sirus will first reach European shelves mid August at an RRP of €119.99.
article source:

http://www.tweaktown.com/news/20226/cooler_master_goes_all_out_with_its_first_cm_storm_series_gaming_headset/index.html

Microsoft announce Explorer Touch Mouse

2011-07-19T22:39:00.001-07:00

Microsoft Hardware have just announced the new Explorer Touch Mouse which expands on the touch strip technology that was featured on the Arc Touch Mouse by providing vertical and horizontal navigation, allowing a user to swipe the mouse in any direction. Microsoft have also added the ability to change the speed of scrolling from slow, to medium and then "hyperfast" for those insanely long documents.

Another feature that the Explorer Touch Mouse sports is haptic technology which allows you to feel and hear just how quickly you're scrolling. The Microsoft Explorer Touch Mouse also features BlueTrack Technology which allows the mouse to be used on a wide variety of surface and not just your desk.

The Explorer Touch Mouse is looking to hit shelves in September and will have a price of US$49.95
read more:
http://www.tweaktown.com/news/20232/microsoft_announce_explorer_touch_mouse/index.html

Angry Birds iPhone Case

2011-07-19T06:22:00.001-07:00

Logitech Wireless Keyboard Touch K400

2011-07-19T06:12:00.001-07:00

2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe

2011-07-18T01:14:00.001-07:00