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The Sculpteo company “prints”, or creates, 3-dimensional figures from a 3-D computer file. If you are a graphical designer, you can create your own images and have them rendered by Sculpteo. If, like me, you have no artistic abilities, Sculpteo can help you create a 3-D likeness of yourself or a loved one. You simply […]
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When I reviewed the iPad 2, I joked that it had so many magnets I thought I could use it to hold notes on my fridge. The folks at Woodford Design turned the iPad into a actual fridge magnet. The FridgePad mounts your iPad to your fridge so it’s easily accessible to everyone in the
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Bulldog Security has introduced a remote car starter that even works with cars equipped with immobilizers. The RS82B remote starter lets you start your immobilizer-equipped car to warm it up or cool it down while still keeping it secure. The RS82B kit comes with a remote fob with start/stop buttons. It comes with everything you
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The Sossbox4 is a high-tech storage box for loose tea other dried organic materials. The box is constructed of aluminum alloy with a glass bead blast finish and stainless steel fasteners and screen, neodymium magnets, and silicone seals. The box is an FDA-compliant food-grade storage system that’s hermetically sealed. The sections of the box mate
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Although they show this iStiki stand with the iPhone 4, Lummi says it should work with other versions of the iPhone, the iPod touch, and with most anything with a smooth surface to attach the suction cup. The iStiki is machined of solid nylon; the cylinder is jointed in the middle and freely turns so
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You can carry and protect your iPhone 4 in this shell and holster combo from WirelessGround. The holster portion clips onto your belt or waistband, and it can hang in either the horizontal or vertical position. The shell case fits securely in the holster and slides out easily without requiring you to remove the holster
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A good light source is something everyone needs – not just gadget-lovers. Maybe you have a hobby that requires the use of both hands, like fly-tying or jewelry making. Maybe you get a flat-tire at night and don’t have AAA – and no one to hold a flashlight so you can see to change the
Work Handsfree with the ICON Irix II Headlamp Read More
You’ve seen Janet’s reviews of other Motz wooden speakers (see related posts listed below) from Pyramid Distribution. Their latest offering is a cute doggie shaped speaker made of Apricot wood. It’s rechargeable via USB and can play music for 5 hrs per charge. This little speaker will work with any device that uses a 3.5mm
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This LogicKeyboard XLPrint PC Slim Line keyboard with large print keys makes it easier for people with visual impairment or people with aging eyes to find command and function keys. This is a USB keyboard with a 5′ long cord and two built-in USB 2.0 full-speed ports. This soft-touch keyboard is for use with Windows
LogicKeyboard™ XLPrint PC Slim Line Black on White Keyboard Read More
Finally – the pot holder that retro-gaming enthusiasts have been waiting for! This Pac Mac Hotheads pot holder from Gadgets and Gear is made of pure silicone that will protect your hand from temperatures up to 450 degrees or down to -58 degrees. The game board design inside his mouth improves your grip. If you
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Melody Shiue, an industrial designer of the University of New South Wales Australia won an award for her product design called, PreVue. It is a device that employs latest stretchable display technology over the abdominal region, letting other family members to connect with the fetus. The PreVue gives you the chance to watch the baby’s
Concept: How to watch a baby in the womb – PreVue Read More
Now you can have a Samsung Galaxy Tab with all the features and functions you expect, but without the monthly fees and service contract. Samsung has announced a WiFi-only version of their 7″ Android tablet, available for purchase now. You can find a list of online retailers with the Galaxy Tab in stock and a
WiFi-Only Samsung Galaxy Tab Now Available Read More
We’ve seen a lot of wooden cases for hand-held devices, but this is the first bamboo laptop case I personally have seen. Silva Ltd. makes bamboo cases for 13″ and 15″ MacBook Pro laptops. The cases are made of 100% bamboo with a hard, glass-like finish. The interior is lined with wool felt. The leather
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Haptify is a new application developer, and they are introducing their first game. Enzo’s Pinball for Android devices doesn’t just let you see and hear the pinball – haptics technology (vibration/force feedback) let’s you feel the ball rolling and bouncing around the table. You choose from three tables: Clockwork (shown), Steam-Powered, and DJ. In addition
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The Orange OPC looks like a guitar amp, but it’s a computer designed for musicians. The Orange OPC combines integrated studio-quality speakers from JBL, full versions of hand-picked music recording/editing software (£700/$1000 value), and the newly upgraded 2nd generation Intel Core series i3-2100 cpu. Orange says “the bundled software makes use of our OPC ASIO
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With the Skyfire Web Browser app, you can watch Flash content on your iPad. There are limitations on what Flash content is available. You still can’t access Flash games or Flash apps, but you can watch Flash videos on many websites. The developers warn that there are limitations even on what videos you can watch
Watch Flash Content on Your Apple iOS Devices with Skyfire Web Browser Read More
These Verso covers for the latest version of the Amazon Kindle feature pictures from the archives of the New York Times. The laminated covers have a soft suede-like interior to protect your Kindle. Four elastic straps at the corners hold the Kindle in place. Images include this picture of Liberty with the World Trade Center
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At CES 2011, Panasonic released an SDK to enable applications development for its Viera Connect TV line. The SDK should help to increase the amount of applications available for Viera TVs. Panasonic promises an ease-of-use experience when using applications over IPTV, including sports, games, health and fitness, video-on-demand and others. The first application for 2011, NBA
Panasonic announces the availability of apps for their Viera Connect TVs Read More
The Orb TV device is about the size of a coaster, but it’s a powerful tool that works with your computer, Android or Apple smartphone, and your WiFi network to transfer music, photos, or video from your personal collection or from internet services. You install the Orb Caster software on your computer (Apple or Windows),
Watch Online Shows on Any TV with Orb TV and Your Smartphone Read More
The Piolo stand is small enough that you carry it on your keychain or in a pocket. It’s so lightweight (3.1 grams) that you’ll hardly notice it’s there. However, the Piolo stand is designed to hold your iPhone 4 in either the horizontal or vertical position so you can use FaceTime or watch videos for
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