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Destroy Sensitive Discs With Aplomb
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Movies, Music, USB,
There are paper shredders, but what do you do when you want to get rid of a disc with sensitive data? Sure, you can key them or melt them in the microwave, or you can be an adult about it and use the USB powered CD Destroyer. The gadget can be used on CD/DVD/CD-R/RW, DVD-RAM, and DVD-ROM, can take care of the evil discs in only 5 seconds, and claims a lifetime of 100,000 CDs/DVDs. At a size of 60 x 120 x 50 mm, it weighs only 130 g, and comes with a 50 cm long power cable at a price of $29.99 at Brando.
(Thanks, Fanny)
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This Karoake Player Saves Performances
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB,
It’s bad enough to listen to your buds singing karaoke, now you can experience the anguish countless times if they have this I-Sing that displays lyrics and records their voices to create MP3 files. The player also supports WMA and WAV files and features a built-in mic, speaker, headphone jack, SD/MMC card slot, and can store up to 512 MB (~120 three minute tunes.) Its battery is good for about five hours and requires 4 hours of recharge time. There is also a USB port (cable included) and software for Internet downloading. Find yours at Hammacher Schlemmer for $119.95
Read More | Hammacher Schlemmer
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MTV URGE Melds with Rhapsody
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Apple, Corporate News, Internet, Music,
MTV Networks’ URGE and RealNetworks’ Rhapsody have announced that they will be combining forces to try to compete with iTunes. Naming the venture Rhapsody America, it will be accessible to computers, PMPs, and Verizon Wireless’ VCast. Beginning this September, MTV will push the new service and provide music playlists as well as other programming. Michael Bloom, former GM of URGE, will be in charge and said that for now, URGE customers can use both services. There is no word yet on how much Rhapsody America will cost its subscribers.
Read More | examiner
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Let the iClone Games Begin
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smartphones, Handhelds, Internet, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Last week we told you about LG’s new inexpensive Aloha cell phone, this week we see that they have an iPhone clone in the works. Landing in the UK before traveling on to other parts of the planet, the U990 (KU990 in London) has high-speed 3G HSDPA connectivity, a 3-inch, 400 x 240 pixel, 262k display touchscreen, a 5 megapixel cam with digital zoom and video recording, stereo Bluetooth capability, and 170 MB of internal, expandable memory. It also allows video and audio downloading and streaming, Internet access, and video calling. No mention of price yet, the U990 is expected to be released this October.
Read More | Tech.co.uk
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John Lennon Collection Available on iTunes
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Apple, Internet, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Pay attention, Apple. While we were checking out the new John Lennon Collection at the iTunes Store, we got their release intact, but when we clicked on specific info about it, we ended up with their download page in French. It has since been corrected, but if you should encounter the same faux pas, be content in the knowledge that Lennon’s music will be on sale for $0.99 a track, with exclusive video content included for 30 days on some of his albums.
Read More | Apple iTunes
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Virgin To Release LG Aloha
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smartphones, Corporate News, Music, Wireless / WiFi,
Virgin Mobile US has announced the wireless Aloha, its first LG clamshell . With dimensions of 3.5 x 1.9 x 0.9-inches and a weight of only 2.7 oz, the cell phone features a metallic white front and matte back. It has a 65K color display, MP3 ringtones, memory enough for about 199 contacts, voice-activated dialing, speakerphone, and a few games bundled inside for your amusement. The Aloha promises up to 180 minutes of talk time and 150 hours of standby time. Virgin plans to release the phone in September with the mini-price of $34.99 as part of their RE* Generation plan to raise awareness for at-risk and homeless youths by teaming with other companies such as LG.
Read More | PR Newswire
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This is no ordinary rubber duckie. In honor of the 30 year anniversary celebration of the King’s death this past week, we decided to share this Elvis Duck with you. Dressed in his classic white, put him in the water and he will glow in varigated colors until you take him out and place him on a dry surface. ED is available at gadgets.dk for DKK 79,00 (~$14.25) and requires 3 x AG10 buttons (demo batteries are included) to rock your world
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Read More | gadgets.dk
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Look Cool While Listening to Tunes
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, Transportation,
The Activesound MP3 Sunglasses allow listening to music with only their tiny earbuds. Just push play and you are ready to roll while listening to up to up to 4 hours of playback with a built-in lithium ion battery. With up to 1 GB memory, they also have a handy USB 2.0 connection for changing your tunes on either PC or Mac. The flip-up glasses are made with distortion free polycarbonate lenses for filtering out UVB and UVA rays 100% and weigh less than 50g. Available at BB shopping for £49.99 (~$99.99.)
(Thanks, Ian)
Read More | BB-Shopping
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iPhone Speakers Provided by Logic3
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Apple, Handhelds, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
Logic3 has come up with what they claim to be the iPhone’s first speaker system. In black gloss with silver trim, the i-Station Traveller measures 170 mm across, has a 4 watt output, and 35 mm neodymium drivers. It works with your phone vertically and horizontally, and comes with adapter and four AAA batteries. The speakers will be available for £29.99 (~$59.40) through retailers or Logic3’s online store. Because the i-Station is compatible with other media players through its 3.5 mm jack, it begs the question, which came first, the iPhone or the i-Station?
Read More | Gizmodo
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Cowon iAudio and D2 Unveiled
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Movies, Music, Portable Audio / Video,
The Korean company Cowon has released two MP3 players at an attempt to compete with the big Apple. Its iAudio 7 can hold up to 8 GB of Flash memory for 60 hours of play, features IU, swing touch, an alert beep, 3-D sound effects and can be preset for up to 10 JetEffects. The 1.3-inch screen displays up to 260,000 colors and seven lines of text. The D2, with its 2.5-inch, 16 million color, 24 bit touch screen can hold up to 16 GB with an SD card, loves going to the movies, and comes with a touchpen, stylus, and kickstand. Both support MP3, OGG, WMA, FLAC, and WAVs and have FM radio/record. The MSRP for the iAudio 7 is available for 299,000 KRW (~$316.00) while the Cowon D2 can be yours for 329,000 KRW (~$348.00.)
