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Video: Rethinking the way we sit down
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Design, Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Videos,
After watching Niels Diffrient, creator of the Freedom Chair, talk about how he approached chair design from a whole new perspective, we had to share it. The talk was given in 2002 at TED, so it isn’t new by any means, but it’s very cool to hear the details of how Niels came to completely rethink the office chair, using the human body as his fundamental data set.
MasterCard ATM Hunter for iPhone
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smartphones, Handhelds, Misc. Tech,
You know how difficult it is to find an ATM when you travel, unless you stop by a truck stop and pay extra fees. MasterCard now has ATM Hunter, an iPhone app that lets you find them by entering an address or airport location. If you own a 3G, it will automatically pick up your address. Search by specifics, like using your own bank to avoid extra charges or those that are open 24 hours. The application also gives specifics such as wheelchair accessibility, drive-through or dedicated bank. ATM Hunter is free from the App Store.
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RadioShack Widens Trade-In Program
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Misc. Tech,
RadioShack has had a limited trade-in program for a while now, but they have just announced that it will become available at all 4,400 of their stores. Take your working used electronics in, show an ID and you will receive a gift card for your efforts. You can also go to their site and get an appraisal and free shipping label. The items are limited to MP3 players, cell phones, gaming consoles, peripherals, computers and a few others, so check with them to find out if your used device qualifies.
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Don’t you hate it when you have to use an entire socket just for a single plug? Those with bulky, oversized or oddly shaped plugs can now relax with the Socket Sense Surge Protector. With 2160 joules of protection, the device goes from 13 to 16-inches with a six ft. cord. Not only will you not have to worry about plugs being blocked, it has keyholes for mounting on a wall. Get yours for $29.95.
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Logitech Ultimate Ears 700 Earphones
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Portable Audio / Video,
Logitech is pleased to present their Ultimate Ears 700 to everyone. Already used by professionals, hook them up to your iPod, MP3 player or computer and enjoy a custom tuned dual armature layout and a frequency response of 10 Hz to 16.5 kHz in two channels per ear. The earphones come with case and an assortment of soft-silicone ear cushions with Comply foam comfort. Logitech promises passive noise isolation of up to 26 dB. Look for them this month with a MSRP of $229.99.
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We dig those old plasma displays and now you can wear one. The Plasma Belt Clip has two settings, always on or sound sensitive, responds to touch, needs 2 AAA batteries (not included) to run, weighs a mere 5 kg and comes with a clip to attach to your belt or clothing. We would suggest the latter, but it might just be a decent ice breaker at parties. The clip will be available for £12.99 (~$19.00) beginning in June.
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Find out what your date is really thinking. The Truth Wristband kit measures the galvanic skin response which is used in larger lie detector tests, and turns from blue to red when the wearer gets nervous. All the parts you need are included: an etched PCB, finger strap, Velcro wristband, TRUTH face plate, batteries and instructions. You need to do some soldering but for $44.95, we figure it should pay for itself after the first transgression.
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Here is another chance to get your own hunk of memorabilia with the Forry Ackerman Profiles in History’s spring auction. Grab Harrison Ford’s blaster gun from “Blade Runner” (for at least $100,000,) an animation puppet from “Corpse Bride” (for $6,000 to $8,000,) or one of the dinosaurs used in “Jurassic Park” ($2,000 to $3,000.) The auction will take place April 30 and May 1 and you can register or order a catalog from PIH.
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Hyoutan iPod Speakers
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
The hyoutan is technically a type of cucumber that can be eaten and also used as a sponge, gourd, birdhouse or instrument housing. Bird Electronic in Japan decided that it would also make a pretty good speaker that would produce a “soft and natural” sound. The Hyoukan Speaker Double cone has a mini-adapter to connect to your iPod or other audio player. They can be hung or placed on a shelf and come with a MSRP of ¥ 18,500 ($185.00.)
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Elecom Graphic Design Limited Edition Earphones
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Elecom has teamed with Power Graphixx and Rotterdam’s doing to come up with 6 different Limited Edition Earphones. The company promises less distortion and outside noise with its closed mold design. Each set has an impedance of 16 ohm, a pressure response of 92dB/1mW, playback frequency of 20Hz - 20kHz and a 1.2m cord length. Plug into your iPod or other PMP in with its 3.5mm stereo mini-plug. Select your favorite for $29.99.
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