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EMX BlueGuard Access Control
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation, Wireless / WiFi,
If you are an avid Trekker, then you know those original doors in the first series were human controlled. Too bad they didn’t have a BlueGuard from EMX. The device opens gates, overhead doors and parking barriers with only a Bluetooth enabled cellie. The BlueGuard recognizes the phone so no RFID or access card is needed. Easy to set up, it has a detection range of up to 33 feet, can handle 10 different phones, is PIN protected and watertight. Contact BlueGuard for details and price.
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We are feeling the need to BBQ and dig the style of this one made by Barbeques Galore and Porsche Design Studio that was 2 years in the making. The X-Series has four infrared burners with 52,000 BTUs and claims 80% less flare-ups and 50% less fuel usage. The grill also has an LCD temperature display with remote probe, motorized rotisserie and an insulated double wall hood. With a price of $5,999.00, you know you are going to get a lifetime warranty. For $84,99.00 you also get concealed cupboards and a stainless steel finish.
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Cordotz Plastic Organizers Dotz
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Misc. Tech,
You can mark your cords with a twist tie, a Sharpie or duct tape or, if you are particularly OC, arrange them neatly with Cordotz. The bright plastic icons attach to your cords near the plug to keep everything tidy. Choose between Dotz for computer/office, entertainment electronics or home essentials systems for $9.99 per set. The company also has Cord Straps and Wraps in colors for the same price for ultra-neat freaks.
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We are always so concerned with keeping our families intact that we sometimes forget about our pets. The SpotLight GPS Pet Locator has 27/7/365 recovery service through the AKC CAR (American Kennel Club Companion Animal Recovery.) If Spot or Puff wanders too far, you will receive an email or cell phone message. A rescue button is on the collar to help you find your furry friend. We were thinking that they should have put one on the little girl in the picture as well. Look for the SpotLight later this month.
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Jobo has introduced its new line of NANO high-end digital frames. The 7 Series Basic, Pro and Media versions are each less than a cm thick, come with remote and have a 7-inch high res TFT color LCD display. The Pro and Media frames have touch-activated buttons on the bottom front that disappear when not in use. The Media frame shows digital photo slide shows, plays music as well as video with audio and music. Contact Jobo for price and availability.
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VuPoint Digital Film and Slide Scanner
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cameras, Misc. Tech, USB,
The VuPoint Solutions Digital Film and Slide Scanner has a 2.4-inch TFT color display, a 5MP CMOS Sensor, a USB 1.1 interface and is compatible with both Mac and Windows. The FC-C520-VP has 32MB of memory that can be expanded to 8GB with an SD card. Not only will it scan, it can covert your old slides and negatives to digital images in either JPEG or TIFF files. At a price of $129.99, it comes with adapter, USB and video cables and software CD.
Don’t let anyone tell you that you are overweight because you are online too much these days. Fight back with the SurfShelf, a laptop holder that can be attached to most fitness machines. The tray works with any laptop, including those with 17-inch screens or those that weigh up to 50 lbs. A velcro strap holds those that are larger than the tray and for a price of $39.95 it comes with In-Gym media, 84 channels of news, sports and entertainment that can be launched with arrow keys alone.
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In an effort to combat credit card fraud, Visa is testing a new card. The Emue generates and displays a new code each time it is used. A PIN number is used to generate the code that is displayed on an alpha-numeric screen built into the card. There will also be an account number, magnetic strip and 3 digit security code. A three year battery is used in the device so that the card will expire before another is needed. A pilot study to test the new card should be completed by the end of the year.
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D-Box Motion Code Used While Viewing Terminator Salvation
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Movies,
Those fortunate enough to live near the UltraStar Cinemas in AZ, theTheatres at Mall of America in MN, and Galaxy Theatres in TX will get to feel “Terminator Salvation” as well as see it May 21. D-Box Technologies is using their Motion Code technology to feel all the bumps, jolts and probably bruises. Movie viewers will feel the road going by during a car chase when they site in the special seat and feel an impact when things crash. The chairs return to normal during quieter scenes. Fortunately for those prone to being nauseous, they have adjustable settings.
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The New York Times is offering a free application of its paper that contains a few sections such as the cover and Business Day. The Times Reader 2.0 is built on Adobe AIR, updates, keeps up to 7 days of content at a time and is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux. Subscribe for $14.95 a month for the entire paper. Those who already subscribe to the paper get free access. The Reader is a good idea for saving money on both ends (a paper subscription costs $40.00 a month) unless you get it for the crossword puzzles.
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