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noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 18:39:00 +0000

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Medical Tourism News

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 09:08:00 +0000

Latest News on Medical Travel to Asia
Source: http://desktop.google.com/plugins/i/cureontournews_2424.html?hl=en

Countdown to Digital Television

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 09:06:00 +0000

Counts down to the February 2009 date when all full-power television signals will be digital.
Source: http://desktop.google.com/plugins/i/countdowntodigitalte.html?hl=en

Amazon Search bar

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 09:01:00 +0000

Introducing the Amazon.com search bar, a simple and easy way to find what your looking for on Amazon
Source: http://desktop.google.com/plugins/i/amazonsearchbar2132.html?hl=en

Glo Gloves

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:31:00 +0000

As a year-round bike commuter, I rely on the previously-untried Glo Gloves, which work as advertised -- great! -- for adding reflective spots. They are a one-size-fits-all, fingerless stretchy nylon glove with reflective patches sewn on. During a winter of bike commuting, with my schedule, that means two hours of riding in the dark each day. When I stick out my arm to signal a turn, the gloves give a strong visual cue to drivers about my intent. I can even twist my hand from vertical to horizontal to make the reflective patches blink in a turn signal pattern. They're intended to be worn over your regular gloves. I've worn them over leather work gloves, fingerless cycling gloves, full finger cycling gloves, Smartwool lightweight wool "liners", and just my bare hands. They're very thin and don't interfere with touch sensation. I have both the original and sport gloves. All models are designed to stretch and fit over your gloves of choice. I consider them as essential as lights and reflective ankle bands for riding at night.

Leatherman Skeletool

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:30:00 +0000

A Leatherman is one of those tools you will use if you have it with you; and with the thinner, lighter Skeletool, you will always have it with you. I carried the Wave for years. In fact, I've carried many of the Leatherman's since the original. Each new model was always bigger and heavier than the previous, especially my most recent, the Charge Ti. Since I wear business casual clothes most days, a belt-mounted case wasn't an option. I always keep mine in my pocket. The Skeletool is small enough for your pocket, but retains the best features of the Wave and Charge Ti: externally-accessible blade for one-handed operation, built-in interchangeable bit driver with spare bit holder, and of course, the pliers. But it's lighter and slimmer. Its reduced size is the result of eliminating what many people find to be the marginally-useful tools (second blade, saw, file). It also has a convenient carabiner/bottle opener! I now keep my Wave in my car, and my Charge Ti stays in my computer bag (just in case!). For the last six months, I've kept the Skeletool in my pocket for daily use: opening boxes/envelopes/packaging, removing splinters from kids fingers, cutting everything from rope to stray threads on my wife's clothes. Having multiple screwdrivers comes in handy when opening the case on a computer -- the pliers are great for reaching in a tight spot to grab something. They also sell a more expensive CX model of Skeletool. According to the specs, the CX adds carbon fiber, but the weight doesn't change. Since it's not lighter, I'm less inclined to try to justify the additional money.

Tire Slime

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:27:00 +0000

I have found that anti-puncture strips are often not wide enough to stop thorns from piercing bike tubes, as the strips are only useful in the middle of the tire. I started using Slime, a green liquid sealant, after talking to a bike-borne cop who had very good results. I now use the stuff in my mountain bike and wheelbarrow tires. Actually, I bought pre-Slimed bike tubes when I got new tires recently. No flats at all for six years, despite rough use. I will confess to having to pump up a few times, though. If the bike is left parked in one position in, say, the winter season, the Slime may run down to the bottom of the tire, thus unsealing some of the sealed holes. As such, you will have to pump the tires and ride a while to reseal everything after a month of non-use. In cold weather, Slime puddled at the bottom of a tire while parked will cause a markedly unbalanced tire for the first few miles. This is most noticeable on dual suspension mountain bikes like mine, but it doesn't seem to affect the operation of the bike.

The last time I changed bike tubes,I found 29 thorn holes Slime had sealed! Slime works in both tubed and tubeless tires, but with a few more caveats: it adds weight to the wheels, which is a disadvantage in racing. For normal road or trail use, you won't notice. Also, Schrader valves are what to use with Slime, as the skinny Presta ones clog too easily. Tubeless tires, which are already heavier, also require special rims or rim treatments to prevent leaks through the spoke holes. I'd appreciate lighter wheels and tires, but my present tubed setup is fine for my use. Tubeless tires are much better than tubed tires at resisting "snakebite" (tire damage from striking a sharp-edged bump or hole at high speeds). However, tubeless tires obviously can be punctured by thorns, etc. -- Slime will dutifully seal such. I have heard Slime itself will not patch "snake-bite" damage, as it is too far up the sidewalls for Slime to be thick enough to work. As I do not race (especially downhill) at 74 years old, tubeless tires do not tempt me. Slime does not last forever either. After a few years, it isn't as runny, and may not seal a thorn hole in time to prevent needing to pump.

Some people say a Slimed tire cannot be patched by the usual means. Don't believe 'em. You just have to wipe off the Slime from the area before patching it in the usual way. They offer incarnations of Slime for cars and motorcycles, too. Personally, I would not use Slime in automobile tires, as the high temperatures and odd balance changes might prove obnoxious. It'd be expensive to find out I was wrong. Bottom line: if you cycle where there are thorns (we call them"goat-heads" or "concho burrs"), Slime will greatly reduce flats. I have had only one flat in the last 10,000 miles -- from running over a broken bottle bottom. Slime couldn't seal the 1.5- inch slit. Neither could my patch kit.

VibraSpin Lure

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:25:00 +0000

The VibraSpin fuses together two concepts that are very popular in fishing: the standard spinning lure, which uses a rotating blade to create a visible flash in the water, and the newer principle of using a flat blade that pushes the water as it is pulled forward. Fish, more specifically predators such as bass, muskie, pikes and walleye hunt by not only sight, but all their senses. Sight hunting is covered by the flash of the spinning willow blade as well as the back and forth of the "vibrashock" blade and the various colors available. Sounds and actual vibration are added by the spinning blade, and even more so by the swim blade. The flat blade imparts a thumping or vibration on the lure that has to be felt to be believed. Since I started using a prototype of these last spring, I have caught more fish than I used to with the standard spinning lure.

Orli Grab-It- The Hi-Tech Oven Glove

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:49:00 +0000

This is a cool little gadget I received in the post the other day, the Orli Oven Glove.

You wouldn’t normally class an oven glove as gadgety but what makes the Orli different is that it’s made out of silcone and for storage incorporates a sucker to stick on your oven door.

You can read our experiences with it over on Coolest Reviews or buy online from the Orli Shop.

Podcastudio - Everything you need to start your own podcast

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:48:00 +0000

I’ve never really thought about doing podcasts, as I prefer to stick to the written word as my medium of choice. I do know a thing or two about audio recording, so I know that buying the right equipment takes a lot more than just picking up a cheap USB mic. That’s why I really like this Podcastudio.

This USB podcast kit from Behringer gives you everything you need to make a decent recording (talent not included). You’ll get a dynamic microphone with a tripod, 5-channel studio mixer with XLR input and mic pre-amp and a pair of nice headphones.

This looks like an excellent setup for someone just starting out. The only major drawback is that there is only a single mic pre-amp, which for those that don’t know much about audio, that means you’re only going to be able to use a single mic. At $159, I’d say it’s a good investment.

Source: Crave

Sharp announces tiny Intel Atom-based device

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:47:00 +0000

Since Intel announced their new Atom CPU, it’s been only a matter of time before someone actually released a tiny PC powered by the chip. We’ve already seen a concept gadget from Asus, however, Sharp is the first company to announce the release of one to the public.

This tiny computer/phone has been dubbed the D4 and features a 1.33GHz Atom CPU, 40GB hard drive, 1GH memory and will run Windows Vista. You’ll also get a 5-inch 1024×600 screen, WiFi, Bluetooth and more.

There are a few setbacks, one of which is that it is currently only slated for release in Japan. Also, you’ll need to shell out some big bucks for this one, it will be sold for around $1275 with a 2-year service contract.

Source: CrunchGear

MobiBLU Cube 3

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:46:00 +0000

It has been a few years since we reported on the MobiBLU Cube, which was, at its time, the “smallest full feature digital audio in the entire world”, not to mention the cutest.

MobiBLU has now introduced the third version of this dinky MP3 player, and they have chosen not to change a good thing with its trademark cubical shape. It looks like they haven’t perfected that fold-up Nanum that we reported on a few months ago.

I am pretty impressed that something as small as the MobiBLU Cube 3 can have so many features. Believe it or not, this tiny guy has 2GB worth of memory (1,000 songs), and it can support MP3 and WMA formats. MobiBLU also managed to stuff an FM tuner in, as well as a voice/radio recorder. The screen, small as it is, can be used as a picture and video viewer. However, you might need a magnifying glass to view this postage stamp-sized screen.

Of course, MobiBLU doesn’t mention one obvious use: dice. I think it would be fun to get two of these MobiBLU Cubes together and play a new kind of craps. If the roll lands with the screens facing up, it’s Snake Eyes, baby.

Or you could just use it to listen to music. The MobiBLU Cube3 will become available at the beginning of May for about $100.

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Gigaworks T40 by Creative

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:45:00 +0000

Sometimes fancy company slogans are actually telling the truth. Such is the case for the GigaWorks T40, PC Speakers that Creative can justly boast: “Ultimate components, ultimate engineering, ultimate performance”.

I got a chance to try these out the other day, and they played almost as good as my normal Logitech Z Cinema speaker system. However, the Z Cinema has the unfair advantage with their giant subwoofer. The GigaWorks T40 may not have that, but it makes up for it with the two premium woofers woven with glass fibres. As for the tweeters, they are arranged in an MTM (midrange-tweeter-midrange) configuration, with a cloth dome for crystal clarity.

So the T40 does have the “ultimate components” as Creative claims. The “ultimate engineering” must have been the development of BasXPort technology that enhances lower mid range tones by channeling sound waves from the inner chambers of the speakers.

All of these factors do indeed combine together for the ultimate performance. I suppose that Truth in Advertising does exist after all. It should be known that Creative has also said that “the high-end, two-piece speakers are engineered for the best music listening on the PC”. This claim should be believed. By the way, these speakers can also be used for MP3s and flat-panel TVs.

Whatever you use them for, try the GigaWorks T40 for yourself. It is available now from the Creative website for about £99.99.

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IOGEAR DVI Video/Audio Extender Kit

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:45:00 +0000

IOGEAR has just launched its DVI Video/Audio Extender Kit, enabling digital signage professionals to distribute video and audio signals within a 100 foot radius to a designated display with a single cable. The entire kit comprises of a couple of DVI units, a local transmitter and a remote receiver where users will be able to hook up with a CAT 5e/6 Ethernet cable. Using DVI cords, the transmitting component will link to the native source and the receiving extender hooks up to a DVI display. The whole idea of this device is to set up audio/video configurations in remote, insecure locations, where the device will be able to broadcast audio and video material for a variety of digital signage settings, ranging from exhibits to trade shows, train stations and airports. Heck, I believe even universities will find this handy as lecturers will be able to dispense their lecture across multiple classrooms simultaneously.

By virtue of its analog 3.5mm jack, the DVI Video/Audio Extender Kit is able to hook up to stereo speakers. In addition, it can also work using CAT 5e/6 cables which offers an affordable alternative to individuals having to use 100-foot DVI cords. According to Miranda Su, executive vice president at IOGEAR, “Presenters need convenient, cost-effective solutions to distribute their audio and video material over a great distance, especially when it’s challenging to set-up their equipment on-site. Our DVI Video / Audio Extender Kit gives teachers and professionals the flexibility to hold presentations in multiple places, as well as reduce cable clutter with video and audio signals streamlined over a single cord.”

Folks who want pure digital, DVI-D SL video support as well as compliance with the DVI 1.0 specification won’t go wrong with this product from IOGEAR. The IOGEAR DVI Video/Audio Extender Kit retails for $499.95 and each purchase comes with a standard 3-year warranty.

Product Page via Press Release

Kingston BlackBox is more secure

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:44:00 +0000

Granted, the majority of us won’t carry around information on our USB flash drives that are too incriminating should someone else pick it up due to our forgetfulness, but you can never be too careful, right? After all, with the deluge of passwords and PIN numbers that one has to memorize these days, it can get pretty tough trying to store all that information in our head hence some people use a USB flash drive instead. Kingston’s effort to increase security where USB flash drives are concerned is reflected in its latest release - the DataTraveler BlackBox which will ship in 2GB, 4GB and 8GB capacities. The Kingston BlackBox holds the distinction of being the first Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS)-validated USB flash drive, so if you happen to pick this up you’ll own a piece of history.

Gaining FIPS 140-2 certification requires a validation process that meets federal requirements set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the Communications Security Establishment of the Government of Canada. This is critical because many governmental agencies in the United States and Canada mandate that sensitive “data at rest” (i.e., all information not in the network) must be encrypted with the FIPS 140-2 standard.

The FIPS Level 2 standard requires the DT BlackBox to run a power-on self test which verifies that the encryption architecture is functioning each time it is plugged into a USB port. Beyond the NIST certification, the DataTraveler BlackBox features 256-bit hardware-based AES encryption via a dedicated processor which automatically encrypts and decrypts data on the fly. The drive automatically locks down after ten consecutive failed password attempts, thus helping to prevent unauthorized access if the drive is lost, stolen or misplaced.

The 2GB, 4GB and 8GB BlackBox USB flash drives will retail for $165, $242 and $424, respectively.

Special version of fring for the iPhone

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:43:00 +0000

A special version of fring for the iPhone has just been released, making it the first mobile VoIP application on the iPhone in the world that is publically available. Be aware that this is the pre-release version of fring, and despite that you will still be able to fire up Skype, MSN, Google Talk, ICQ, Twitter, Yahoo! & AIM buddies on your handset. Heck, you can also use fring to make low cost mobile calls made over WiFi as well as IM-style chats. Do test the software out and let the developers know your bouquets and brickbats so that the final release version will be a win-win situation for all.

Plate-Mate for Kids

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:43:00 +0000

Toddlers are quite a challenge when it comes to feeding time, which is where the My Plate-Mate for Kids comes in.

My Plate-Mate is a children’s teaching aid for eating that can be used with any 8″- 9 ½ ” plate. Imagine a product that could assist a toddler in learning how to eat with a utensil and plate, without the usual mess and clean up! Well, My Plate-Mate does that…It helps toddlers learn how to eat like a big kid, while minimizing the mess that comes with toddler meals. Children gain self confidence and are less frustrated during meals with My Plate-Mate.

Well, I guess anything that helps parents have an easier time when feeding their toddlers is always a plus point in my book.

USB Mirror Card Reader

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:41:00 +0000

Now here’s a memory card reader that targets vainpots who are geeks as well, although the two don’t really go down well together in the first place. The $15 USB Mirror Card Reader is foldable and opens up to reveal a mirror inside, ensuring you don’t have anything stuck between your teeth just before you have a big meeting with your boss. Supported memory card types include :-

M2
microSD
MiniSD
SDHC/SD
Memory Stick PRO/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo
MMC/MMC-II
RS MMC/MMC Plus

Voodoo Doll

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:23:00 +0000

Put pins on your own virtual voodoo doll

Simple Calendar

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:22:00 +0000

This is a simple calendar.

Net Meter Dial

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:22:00 +0000

Monitor your network usage in real time, keep track of the data you've downloaded and uploaded

FXTrade Ticker

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:21:00 +0000

Daily live FX Rates Up to the minute FX updates availiable to FXGame and FXTrade account holders.

FSExplorer

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:19:00 +0000

This plugin works as file system explorer Additional features: Allows to drag files to move in to the gadget's current selected folder. Can Filter files in the current selected folder with the given expression. Can opens files using the associated application.

O&O DiskStat

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:01:00 +0000

Monitor your hard disks.

DailyApplique

noreply@blogger.com (Personality) — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 17:01:00 +0000

Applique a Day