Smoke detectors aren’t the most exciting gadgets to discuss or the most attractive to look at. However, there are few things in your house that are more important. Louise van der Veld, a Dutch designer, undertook a redesign of the smoke detector and won a design contest in her country. She based her design on […]
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The Cloud Camera 5000 (DCS-5222L) from D-Link looks like it could be my new favorite surveillance camera because it offers all the features that my current favorite (Dropcam Echo) has and then some. It’s wireless, has motion detection, night vision, two-way audio, smartphone apps, motorized pan/tilt, digital zoom, 720p HD recording, microSD card slot for recording
D-Link Announces its Cloud Camera 5000 with Pan/Tilt Read More
Congrats on buying that brand new Samsung Galaxy S III. Now you probably want a case to protect it. I have 2 cases from Seidio for your consideration. They are the ACTIVE and SURFACE cases, which are available in multiple colors, with or without belt holsters and one even comes with a kickstand. SHARE ON
Seidio ACTIVE and SURFACE Samsung Galaxy S III Cases Review Read More
The Pencilbrush is a unique drawing tool for the avid artist or doodler that allows you to do quick and easy shading effects. It’s made of light weight aluminum and can accommodate a row of individual graphite leads sizes such as 0.5mm, 0.7mm, 0.9mm and 1.3mm. A package of 0.9mm leads are included with the drawing
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As I have stated in past reviews, keeping my world less cluttered and relatively organized is key to managing my hectic, whirlwind life. Whether it is for work or personal travel, when I am in a vehicle my smartphone is typically rattling around the center console or available cup holder. A very sad circumstance, since
Just Mobile Xtand Go Mounting System for iPhone 4/4S Review Read More
Here’s a gadget for those times when you need to capture information from old fashioned sources like magazines and books. It’s the IRIScan Book 2 mobile wireless A4 scanner from I.R.I.S. The IRIScan Book 2 scans images without the need of a computer. It comes in 2 versions. There is a $99 version which is
I.R.I.S. Announces Availability of IRIScan Book 2 and Readiris 14 Read More
Fans of DC Comics and Jim Lee, comic artist and DC Entertainment co-publisher are invited to attend the Darkness & Light Art Exhibition. The art show combines retro comic book art with technology. Using the RedLaser app, visitors of the exhibit will be able to use their smartphones to scan the QR codes on gallery curatorial
DC Comics Superhero Art Exhibit Lets You Be a Hero Too Read More
I somehow completely missed the iOS feature that allows you to use your iPhone’s camera LED flash to alert you when calls, texts, emails or other notifications are triggered. I’ve often wished that the iPhone had a status LED like most Android phones and now I find out that it actually does. That’s neat, but
FLASHr Adds Color LED Notifications to Your iPhone Read More
Any traveller will know the dilemma of balancing the right amount of clothes with the additional weight and space required to carry those clothes. When bushwalking you’re extremely limited with how much you can carry on your back, when motorcycle touring you’re constrained by how much you can fit into a tail bag or pack.
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Sure a wired mouse is a little outdated, but Glow-in-the-Dark Spider Computer Mouse is sure to still get the ole Spidey Sense tingling. The optical mouse features an actual (dead) spider inside a clear acrylic casing, as well as a color cycling LED in order to “glow” in the dark. No details exist on the
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The Stealth Case for iPhone 4/4S from HEX incorporates a compartment that holds an RFID-enabled card to make touch-to-pay available with a touch of your iPhone case. The Stealth is made of polycarbonate and is available in either black or white with a matte finish. Inside is a compartment to hold an RFID-enabled card; shielding
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This post brought to you by Zenni Optical. All opinions are 100% mine. Did you know that the first “vision correction” was invented in about 1000 AD? You’d know that if you’d seen the Emerging Optical Technology graphic from Zenni Optical. Since then, eyeglasses technology has come a long way – from bifocals in 1784
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So far, all the headphones I have reviewed have been based on a single speaker technology. While the sound signature from all of them has ranged from bass heavy to bright sounding, the tech is basically similar. It’s tweaking and build quality that determines how cheap – or expensive – they are. That’s not the
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Sony has announced the F800 series Walkman Mobile Entertainment Players, powered by Android 4.0. The F800 series have a 3.5″ multitouch screen and an NVIDIA® Tegra® 2 dual-core processer. It comes pre-loaded with a variety of apps, including mail and maps. The integrated S-Master™ digital amplifier enriches sound while reducing noise and distortion. The F800 has WiFi
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Here in Australia, wearing an Australian Standards-approved helmet is mandatory when riding a bicycle. I know a few people who won’t wear bicycle helmets because of the bulk of the helmet, or because it might muss up their hair-do 🙂 So it’s either risk a fine if you’re caught (as well as risking head injuries),
Hovding Invisible Bicycle Helmet Read More
Are you one of those people who is constantly snapping your own picture to post on Facebook for all your followers to comment on? Yes, you’re too sexy for that shirt and yes your new hair style looks fabulous. At least I think it does… I could tell a lot better if your whole face
The Samsung MV900 Multiview Digital Camera Makes Self-Portraits a Snap Read More
With this case from Optrix, you can change your iPhone or iPod touch into a rugged sports action camera. The Optrix XD encases your iPhone 4/4S or iPod touch (with an optional adapter) in a protective case that conforms to MIL-STD-810F (meaning it meets requirements for drop-, particle-, and water-resistance). It has a 0.5mm-thick touchscreen
The First Wide-Angle iPhone and iPod Touch Action Sports Case is Now Available from Optrix Read More
The USB Solar Charger Tree from Brando can charge most any USB-chargeable mobile phone or other devices. The charger contains a 3000mAh polymer battery that can be charged by the sun or by AC power. It outputs 5V/1000mA of charging power, and it comes with a variety of adapter tips for mobile phones. (There’s apparently
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If you are a tech-loving snowboard or ski fanatic, the Recon MOD HUD. The engineers at Recon Instruments have created a heads-up display that can be integrated into Recon Ready goggles, enabling the wearer to see real-time telemetry as they are zipping down the slopes. The tiny color LCD screen sits just below your right
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Make panning and tracking shots with your smartphone or POV camera smooth with the iStabilizer Dolly. Approximately 8” W x 3” H x 5” D (20.5 x 7.5 x13 cm) with an 11″ adjustable arm, the mount expands to accept devices up to 2.75″ (7cm) wide. It weighs in at 1.25 lbs and will accept
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