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It seems that small point and shoot video cameras like the Flip are going the way of the Dinosaur, as they are being replaced by smartphones like the iPhone 4. But have you ever considered using your iPad 2 as a video camera? Makayama gives you the ability to attach various accessories such as lenses, […]
Makayama Movie Mount turns your iPad 2 into a video recording studio Read More
Elgato has introduced the EyeTV Mobile for iPad 2. Simply plug this dongle into the dock connector on your iPad 2, extend the built-in antenna, and watch over-the-air TV right on your iPad. (You’ll actually also have to install the EyeTV Mobile app from the app store, too.) You’ll be able to watch, pause, and
Elgato Lets You Watch Live TV on Your iPad 2 Read More
At Last!!!!!!!! My cry has been heard! Not to be outdone by Dunkin Doughnuts, Starbucks is now getting into bed or…waking up…not sure which… with Keurig K Cup. Dunkin Doughnuts has announced that you can now purchase their coffee blend in the single serve K Cups designed for the Keurig Coffee Brewers. Earlier they
The Best Part of Waking Up? Is Starbucks in your K Cup! Read More
Over a year ago we cut the cable/dish around here and began using Home Theater PCs, and various extenders and it has worked out much better than I had hoped. My wife and two sons have been delighted with the selection of content available and we’re saving almost $125/month by not having DirecTV. All went
Lenovo Multimedia Remote Upgraded Read More
Sony recently announced two new tablets: the Sony Tablet S and a foldable Sony Tablet P. Sony says they both “run the latest Android platform.” The Tablet S is a 9.4″ touchscreen device, and it is available for pre-order now. With it, you can access PlayStation games, Sony Reader eBooks, music and new release movies through
Sony Enters the Tablet Wars Read More
Until recently I kept away from DSLRs, they were just to big for me to lug around and as such my last 4 cameras have been point and shoots. This meant missing out on a lot of manual settings and flexibility , but better to have a camera with you rather than not having one
Panasonic X Micro Four Thirds Lens, Growing Pancake Read More
Digital cameras are convenient. They allow you to instantly see your photos, so you’re always sure you got the image you wanted. But what many photographers find lacking with digital cameras is the character that film imparted to their pictures. If you are nostalgic for the look of film photography but don’t want to give
Rediscover the Magic of Film Photography Read More
Herman Miller has a reputation as a maker of exceptional office chairs. They are ergonomic and beautifully designed. Their SAYL chair was inspired by suspension bridges, and its frameless back is designed to be supportive and to keep you cool. The chair has an adjustable seat height and tilt (with tilt-limiter). Its fixed arms are
SAYL Chair from Herman Miller Read More
The Eremos watch from Stauer features a stainless steel case (42mm diameter, 12mm thick) and a leather band. That’s where the similarity to regular watches ends. The Eremos is a regulator watch, which is a timepiece based on the observatory clocks of the 1800s that were so precise because they separated the hour and minutes
Stauer Eremos Regulator Watch Read More
ClamCase makes a line of keyboard cases for iPad and iPad 2, and they’ve just introduced a special limited edition Trooper case. The case is in Imperial White with black accents. The case is made of polycarbonate to protect your iPad 2. It has a 360-degree black hinge that supports the iPad 2 in typing
May the Force Be With Your iPad Read More
Most Wacom tablets have to be connected to a computer for it to work. But what if you prefer drawing on physical paper with a pen? That’s where Wacom’s Inkling comes in. It works similar to the Livescribe but the Inkling doesn’t require special paper. The Inkling uses a clip-on receiver that you attach to
Wacom’s Inkling lets you draw without a tablet Read More
About a week ago when I wrote a review of the HP TouchPad I mentioned that while HP had positioned the tablet as a “professional” device it lacked the capability to edit Microsoft Office documents. Well, that appears to have been corrected as HP announced an update to Quickoffice that will allow for the editing
HP TouchPad Now Edits Office Docs and More Free Apps Read More
Install the Parrot Asteroid receiver in your car, and you’ll be connected to the internet, GPS, telephone, radio, and your mobile device. Main functions are accessible using the jog wheel, but you can also control the unit with voice commands. The Asteroid comes with a GPS dongle, so you can navigate without requiring a
Parrot Asteroid – Apps, Web, Phone, and Music in Your Car Read More
I was watching a rerun of Dr. Oz yesterday, which had a segment on kitchen gadgets. One of the products that caught my attention was the iSi Twist ‘n Sparkle beverage carbonation system. Instead of using a kitchen counter cluttering appliance like the SodaStream product that I reviewed 2yrs ago, it just uses an easy
Twist ‘n Sparkle – Make your own soda without cluttering the counter Read More
Just new on Kickstarter but already fully funded in just over a day CineSkates is a set of three wheels that attaches to a Gorillapod Focus tripod and enables fluid, rolling video in an ultra-portable package. “CineSkates can produce shots that have previously been impossible or only possible with bulky and expensive equipment. Here are a
CineSkates – Get ya (camera’s) skates on Read More
I recently reviewed the Epson iPrint iOS app that let me print and scan directly from my iPad and iPhone. Epson just announced that they have an Android version of Epson iPrint. You’ll be able to print files or photos directly from your Android device to any compatible Epson printers on the network. You’ll also
Epson iPrint App Now Available for Android Read More
Guys, it’s never too early to think about the perfect gift for the lady in your life. Next time you need a present for your Significant Other, why not give her your heart? This Anatomical Heart Necklace from ThinkGeek let’s you show your love without compromising your scientific standards. The pewter pendant hangs from a
Give Her Your Heart – Not Quite Literally Read More
A lot of Apple mobile products now include cameras, so I find myself taking more photos than before. When I take a photo with my iPhone 4 or iPad 2 that needs a bit of tweaking, I have to transfer it to my laptop because I have no editing software for those devices. I recently
Snapseed Photo Editing Software for iOS Read More
QR codes are everywhere now, so why not have your own? The QR Code Necklace Pendant from Blend Creations is a stainless steel tab laser-etched with a QR code of your choice. The pendant is 7/8″ X 7/8″ X 5/8″, and you can choose to have it engraved with one of three ready-made messages (I
Identify Yourself with a QR Code Read More
Researchers have used rapid pulses of light to transmit information at speeds of over 500 megabytes per second at the Heinrich Hertz Institute in Berlin. Dubbed Li-Fi (not to be confused with Light Fidelity) is this a viable competitor to conventional wifi ? “At the heart of this technology is a new generation of high-brightness
Li-Fi – Internet at the Speed of Light Read More