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JAXA/NHK Cam Captures Moon Video

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, Science, Transportation

We do so many stories about what NASA is doing lately that we thought it only fair to show you what Japan is up to these days. JAXA (their NASA) and the National TV channel NHK launched a Canon HD video cam to shoot the moon. Check out the first images here. NHK plans to release a DVD of the videos and, from the look of things, more will be coming. After all, one can never get enough close-ups of space, can one?

Read More | Akihabara News

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AOTOMO Automatic Mahjong Table

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech

We thought it was cool enough to have a machine that shuffles cards, but when we saw this AOTOMO Automatic Mahjong Table we thought it had to be a prototype. Not so. Utilizing electricity, light, and magnetism, and controlled by microcomputer programming, the table automatically shuffles and deals tiles. The company claims that the 95x95x75cm gadget is noiseless. It comes in red, black, or silver, and is made of either plastic or wood. One of us learned how to play mahjong as a kid by our grandmother, and until they make a machine that can kibitz along with shuffling, we think we will pass.

Read More | EC Plaza

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Flogos Take Off

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, Science

Francisco Guerra, a special effects whiz with the company Snowmasters, has come up with a fine alternative to ugly billboards. His idea, named Flogos, are foamy clouds that can be as large as four feet across and shaped like logos. He does this with a machine that creates and slices them, similar to the Fun Factory used for Play-doh. Because they are made of tiny air-filled bubbles combined with helium, they are also good for the environment.  One Flogo can go as far as 30 miles and as high as 20,000 feet, in as little as 15 seconds. The Flogo Machine has already caught the attention of Disney, who will be using one at Florida’s Walt Disney World next month to send Mickey Heads over the park.

Read More | ABC

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WALL-E Toys Ready for Movie Premiere

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Corporate News, Misc. Tech, Movies, Music, Portable Audio / Video, Toys, USB

Although the movie won’t be out until June 27, Disney is already promoting it with two toys. The Ultimate WALL-E has 10 motors, a programmable remote with touch programming, and sensors to detect obstacles and sound direction. It is also MP3 compatible with built-in speakers, USB cables, and rechargeable batteries (included.) The robot will be at ToysRUs and Disney Shopping this fall for $189.99.

The iDance WALL-E, with animated eyes, talks and dances. The audio in-jack makes it compatible with iPods or MP3 players. Sound activated, it will be at various retailers this summer for $24.99.

Read More | Bot Junkie

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NIN Releases Free Album Download

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Hot Deals, Internet, Music

We so dig finding free stuff on the Net for you! This time it is Nine Inch Nails’ new release “The Slip.” While Prince offered a free single with his last album, you can download this one in its entirety. The formats include MP3, FLAC, M4A, or WAVE. Each one includes a PDF with artwork and credits. If you like what you hear on your PC or laptop, NIN is hoping you will also purchase their CD this summer. Click here for download.

Read More | U.S. News

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KARA-KUSA Keyboard

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, USB

These keyboards look way too fancy for us, as we have a tendency to spill whatever munchies we have hanging on our desk top, but we had to share. Each one is handmade to order and features a USB/ PS/2 interface. At a size of 308 x 127 x 21.5mm, they are compatible with Windows Vista/XP/2000.  Choose between models USA-GI, WAZA-KURA, NISHI-KI, ZIP-ANG, or KARA-KUSA keyboard (shown) at a price of $151.87.

Read More | Geek Stuff 4 U

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Cell Phone Cams Can Make You a Star

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Cameras, Cell Phones, Corporate News, Editorial

Budding filmmakers, keep on YouTubing. With hits sometimes getting into the millions, you could be discovered any time now. The proof of this pudding comes from the likes of Spike Lee, who is now working with Nokia to direct cell phone footage of the little people. The director stated, “Aspiring filmmakers no longer have to go to film school to make great work. With a simple mobile phone, almost anyone can now become a filmmaker.”

Yeah, we know that this is not your ordinary director with ordinary backing, but with a decent cellie cam and the world as your oyster, go out there and take your best shot.

Read More | Nokia Productions

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Rolax Massaging Footrest

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop

If your mother/spouse/partner sits at a computer all day and you want a last minute present for Mom’s Day, how about Rolax Massaging Footrest? At a size of 5 x 17 x 14-inches, it’s big enough to share and small enough to sneak into your cubicle at work. The ergonomic tilted platform features a padded surface and wooden massager ball to relieve foot and/or back pain by improving circulation. Think of it as a gift for $39.95 for the next time said relation asks you to do the chore.

Read More | Stacks and Stacks

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EP 2502 Cell Phone Watch

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Cell Phones, Misc. Tech

Wear your cell phone on your sleeve with this EP 2502. The watch is shock and waterproof and features a 1.3-inch OLED screen with a 128 x 160px resolution touch panel, Bluetooth connectivity, and a 2.0 mp camera. It has 64 polyphonic ringtones and plays MP3s and MP4s on its tiny screen. The phone/watch comes with a 512 MB SDcard but will support up to 2GB of memory and should be available this week with a MSRP of $299.99. 

Read More | Mobilewhack

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Paradise Image SunSpa for Pets

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Corporate News, Design, Misc. Tech

Paradise Image has developed the SunSpa for your pets. The company says it is the equivalent of sunlight shining through a window. The wooden arch has a temperature range of 80 to 85º at 150 watts for about 5,000 hours. The pad folds up for easy storage and its cover is odor, stain, and water resistant. The unique item will be on display May 16 to 18 at the Baltimore Pet Spring Trade Show, if you happen to be in the area. We are hoping the SunSpa will be so popular that the company will make one for humans.

Read More | Trendhunter

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