MINOX Agent M Belt Camera

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cameras, Clothing, Portable Audio / Video, USB

We figure that since most people don’t really peek at others’ belt buckles, the MINOX Agent M Belt Camera would be a fun accessory for any wannabe spy. At a length of 110 cm, it features r/t recording in 3GP video with a QCIF resolution of 176 x 144 pixels at 15fps. The cam supports digital voice recording, runs on a Li-ion battery and allows for storage up to 2 GB on Micro SD/T flash cards. At a price of €229.00 (~$299.00,) the belt comes with a USB cord and probably isn’t recommended for really short 007 types.

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Sony Bravia Waterproof XDV-W600 TV

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Home Entertainment, Movies

It seems that many times when we see something really innovative, it turns out to be Sony’s. This time it is the Bravia XDV-W600 floating and waterproof TV, which is submersible up to 30 minutes in case you forget it during your next jacuzzi session. Super-portable, it has a 4-inch screen and 2GB memory for about 10 hrs. of recording. Get up to 23 hours of viewing time per charge. The mini-TV will start its commercial journey in Japan on October 30 for ¥39,800 (~$368.00.)

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Behringer USB Guitar Link

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Music, PC / Laptop

Become your own portable studio. Behringer’s Guitar Link interface allows you to hook up your guitar to your computer and record in 16 tracks, play, and add effects with nothing else attached. Hook up to your PC or Mac USB port and use the 3 Guitar Combos to create blues, rock, or pop sounds. Also featured is their Kristal Audio Engine multi-track sequencer and Audacity audio editor. For those who don’t want to share the music, the device comes with a headphone output. The Link is available for $74.20.

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Livescribe Pulse Smartpen Finally Available

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Portable Audio / Video

We finally received word from Livescribe that the Pulse Smartpen has arrived and is ready to order. Choose between a 1GB for $149.99 and a 2GB model for $199.99 with up to 200 hours of recording time. You can also purchase extra cartridges and a 4-pack of single spiral notebooks (one comes with the pen.) While still only compatible with Windows, the company says that they are working on a Mac version. Expect a ship date of about 4 to 6 weeks from purchase date, just in time to get back to school after Spring Break.

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Gais Faltima Plays, Records

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, USB

The Gais Faltima Series 010 may have an odd name but can do a lot. It plays music and data CDs, MP3s and WMA by USB, MP3 and WMA files by SD card and analog 33, 45 and 78 records. It also features an AM/FM tuner, front controls and number display. But the best part is that while the tunes are playing, the device will record them to another media form. At a price of $499.99, this one is so far only available in Japan, but we it expect will find its way elsewhere by the next holiday season.

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Recording Pen Takes Secretive Notes

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Portable Audio / Video

Your competition may think that you are just taking notes, but you will know you are actually playing James Bond. Spycatcher has unveiled its new pen that records 18 hours of long play, 9 hours of high quality, or 4.5 hours of extra high. The built-in batteries, which take 3 hours to charge, give you 12 hours of record time or up to 8 of playback. To switch from standby to record you only need move the clip. The device also has voice activation and can be left in sleep mode in case you want to purposely

accidentally leave it behind. The Recording Pen carries an MSRP of £148.99 (~$293.00) and comes with earpiece, remote, USB cable for downloading info, and software.

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iAxe is USB Friendly

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Music, USB

Is there no end to USB Gadgets? The iAxe 393 is a plug-and-play electric guitar with single coil pickups with 5-way switching, multi-track recording/editing, variable track speed, simplified software, and a headphone jack to protect you against the rest of your household. The iAxe features a maple neck and chrome machine heads and is available for $139.99. Of course it won’t turn you into a Hendrix or Clapton, but it will give you a good start.

(Thanks, Jennifer)

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