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JVC RA-P30 Audio System
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
It’s JVC’s turn to come up with a new, portable iPod audio system. The RA-P30 features an alarm clock, FM radio, stereo speakers with 3D surround sound, remote control, and AC adapter. The system, available in silver or black, can also run on AA batteries (not included) and is expected out in June in Japan. We suspect that this one, like the myriad of others we show you, will be accessible in other locales by the next holiday season.
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| JVC (translated) via I4U News
Creative has come up with its own version of the Flipvideo, the Vado. The basic point, press, and shoot pocket video camera can capture up to 2 hours of video with 2x digital zoom. Playback is instant on the 2-inch LCD screen and uploading on YouTube or Photobucket is available when you connect to your PC. Recharge the AA batteries via USB or change out (extras not included) for more time. The price on the Vado, which comes in silver or pink, is $99.00.
Read More | Creative
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Blackberry Bold
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smartphones, Corporate News, Handhelds, Movies, Music, Portable Audio / Video, Wireless / WiFi,
Due to be released this summer is the Blackberry Bold. The smartphone features a 624MHz Intel PXA270 processor, a fully redesigned QWERTY keyboard, 3G HSDPA connectivity, and a HVGA 480 x 320 pixels TFT LCD with 65,000 colors. As with previous Blackberrys, the Bold has cam and video recording, social networking, GPS with maps and turn-by-turn directions, Wifi and Bluetooth capability, IM, e-mail, and BlackBerry Media Sync to transfer desktop iTunes music files.
Read More | Blackberry Product Page
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We get around on the Net a lot, so how come some of us just found out about faxZero? For those of you who may not know either, the site offers you 2 free faxes a day with a maximum of 3 pages. You cut and paste the info or add a file by link and there you go. What’s the catch? A simple cover page with ad which doesn’t count as one of yours.
The site claims over 600,000 faxes have been sent in the last two years and we believe it. And if you fax a lot, their premium service will only set you back $1.99 each (payable by Paypal,) has no ad on the cover page, and you can have up to 15 pages.
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NES Controller/Coffee table/Storage box
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Misc. Tech, Video Games,
We dig this NES controller/coffee table/storage box that actually works! Kyle Downs created the design for the top by scanning his controller for measurements. After building the piece with wood and painting it, he covered it with glass. You can get full instructions and see the process on his site to learn how to assemble your own. Maybe Kyle will show us how to make a Super Mario ‘Shroom stool next.
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Need some help with your finances and find that your old system is outdated or to complicated? Try Mint, the free online finance wizard that can take all your checking, savings, and credit card accounts and keep track of what your are spending, create a budget, and let you know if you are overdrawn or have upcoming bills. It also tells you if your APRs are too high and will help you to find a better card. If you are not sure that Mint is safe to use, check out their security features.
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Here’s another multi-functional take along for your car or office. The 4-in-1 LED Light features adjustable lighting for emergencies and a laser pointer for waving down unscrupulous ETs. The magnetic base attaches to your dashboard or PC in case you work in a dark cubby. We guess the fourth usage must be the clip on the side to prove to everyone that you are not simply a nerd with only pencils in your pocket protector. The light is available for the mini-price of $5.99.
Read More | Giz Fever
Facebook will be allowing users to transfer their info to other Web sites. The announcement came one day after MySpace had agreed to the same plan in a limited capacity. The site says it will allow the personal profiles on any site that will accept them. Facebook is undoubtedly hoping that the move, with its unique mini-applications, will attract others that are not yet subscribed. It may be several weeks before the ability on both social networking sites becomes available.
Read More | Examiner
WowWee Chatterbots
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Internet, Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Toys, USB,
WowWee is back with useless desktop toys they named Chatterbots. The Fairy Godfather, Dog, and Devil/Angel connect to a PC or Mac by USB and react by driving you nuts with inane comments every time you type via its built-in speaker. Each one runs on 4 AA batteries (not included.) You can also program in more words and phrases to add to its vocabulary and utilize it with e-mail, IM, and other programs. We can’t believe that someone would pay $49.99 for this. Check out their video and see for yourself.
Read More | WowWee
iPhone screenshot shows 3G setting switch
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Smartphones, Handhelds, Wireless / WiFi,
All signs are pointing to a new 3G iPhone launching in the next six weeks or so. The latest is this screenshot that is, supposedly, taken from the iPhone 2.0 Beta 5 firmware. Check it out - within the Network settings pane, you now have an Enable 3G toggle switch. It’s a way to put a little bit of power back into your hands as the user, what do you care about more, speed, or battery life? I personally would love a setting that disabled 3G when the iPhone realized I was connected to a WiFi hotspot.
In all seriousness, Apple needs to launch this thing already. The employees over at the Rumor Mill are working way too many overtime hours.
