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Adjustable Stand for Wii Play

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Video Games,

Since you move around when you Wii, Thanko, the Lillian Vernon of Japan, has come up with this remote controllable device “of electromotive ascent and descent type large-sized television stand.” Translating the translation, the stand is meant for a screen of 40 to 60-inches, can stop at whatever height you desire, and has casters for portability (that thankfully lock down for those times when you get carried away by the game.) It’s available for a hefty 69,800 Yen (~$707.00.)

Read More | Thanko (translated) via Digital World Tokyo

ApriPoko Learns and Responds

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

Toshiba is working on a new robot that doubles as a voice-operated remote for all your appliances. At a size of 8 x 11-inches and a weight of only 5 lb., ApriPoko learns by watching and questioning your actions, such as “What did you just do?”

Talk back to the bot (“I turned on the stereo”) and he will memorize your actions. When you want that stereo turned on the next time, he will happily oblige with an IR signal. Think of the implications in years to come for the prototype.

“I got a beer from the fridge.”
“I flushed the toilet.”
“I called my boss and told him I was very sick.”
“I have to go see my mother-in-law.”

Read More | Asahi (Japanese) via Pink Tentacle

Bose Presents MusicMonitor

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Handhelds, Music, PC / Laptop, Portable Audio / Video,

Bose’s newest amplified neodymium speaker system is also their smallest and will gladly make itself at home on your desktop. Working with your PC or almost any portable audio source, the Computer MusicMonitor features switching amplifier technology with a new acoustic design and their noted digital signal processing. With a one cable hookup, it also has a remote for controlling power and volume. The MusicMonitor speakers are encased in aluminum with a metallic silver finish, and carry a price of $399.00.

Pet Door Way is Selective

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smart Home, Misc. Tech,

Want a sophisticated doggy door that won’t let in any other neighborhood pets or pests? The Pet Door Way offers automatic operation activated by your fuzzy friends. Made of an ABS plastic polimer body and aluminum alloy frame, the door is motor-operated with auto-dead bolt and security alarm. It comes with 2 sensors, remote, installation hardware, and a year’s warranty in three different sizes for $395.00, $495.00, and $695.00. At that price, hope that someone doesn’t wise up to the gizmo, steal it off your dog or cat, and sneak him/herself through the door.

Bar Owner Builds Robocop

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

Robotic Guard In downtown Atlanta, Rufus Terrill didn’t like some of the folk who were hanging around his bar, O’Terrills, so he built himself a simplified robocop which he controls by remote. Consisting of an old meat smoker that he says still smells like chicken, a spotlight, an IR cam, a water cannon and a loudspeaker, the bot stands 4 feet tall and weighs 300 lbs. Apparently the silly looking device is working since Terrill says there is a lot less “action” going on near his tavern. Check out the video to see it put through its paces.

Sony to Release Bravia F Series

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

Sony Bravia F Sony has added the Bravia F series to its line. It includes a 32-inch WXGA and 40 and 46-inch HD LCDS. They have 3000:1 contrast ratios, 178º viewing angles, and can be mounted on the wall or on an optional metallic stand. With a sapphire black and aluminum design, all they need is a remote that works on a 2.4GHz band so you can sit far back and enjoy the display. How fortunate that they just happen to have one. The F series will be available in Japan on March 25 with prices of 200,000 Yen (~$ 1850.00) for the 32-inch, 290,000 Yen (~$ 2680.00) for the 40-inch model, and the 46-inch for 460,000 Yen (~$4257.00.)

Moderna Docks With Class

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Music, Portable Audio / Video,

We were wrong. We found two docking stations this week. Take a look at the Phiaton’s Moderna Series MS600 with a D class amp and bass reflex structure. It has a max input of 60W and comes with remote and AC/DC adaptor. At a size of 340 x 180 x 120 mm and a weight of 5.3 lb., it does have a certain stylishness, especially if your MP3 player matches. Contact Phiaton for price and availability in your area.

Orb Docks iPods

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Apple, Portable Audio / Video,

There is definitely a surplus of docking stations for iPods. This time it is the mStation 2.1 stereo Orb with dedicated subwoofer and 30 watts of power. At a size of about 8-inches, the device will sync with your iTunes. It has a 10-key IR remote for playlist selection and adjustment for volume, bass, and treble levels. In a choice of 7 colors to match your player, USB and mini-stereo cables are included with the Orb’s $129.95 price.

Let This Gadget Find You a Date

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Toys,

Next time you decide to try to meet a new acquaintance when out on the town, increase your chances with the Pick-Up Line Generator. At a size of 12 x 6 x 2.5 cm, the device fits in your pocket. With 40 random comments, at the push of a button it will utter such lines as, “Do you think I’m cute, or haven’t you had enough to drink?” You will either get a laugh or a slap on the face, but we figure you WILL get noticed. Available for $17.95, the Generator runs on 2 AAA included batteries.

Watch Doubles as Remote

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Misc. Tech,

Remote Watch Never worry about a lost remote again. Next time you are thinking that you need to replace your watch, you might consider the SL-2020 TV Remote Control Watch. The timepiece displays time in a 12/24 hour format with alarm, is a 1/1000 stopwatch, keeps track of all time zones, and can control hundreds of different TVs, VCRs, and DVD players. Water resistant, it works up to a distance of 3 to 5 meters, with the puny price of $12.50.

(Thanks, Cassily)

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