Diatec is releasing an SD to mini-SD converter that is pretty simple in design, yet no one has bothered to release one until now. Cram your SD card into the cradle and voila, you’re ready to transfer all your goodies. The converter drops at the end of March in Japan and is priced around $30. SD To Mini-Sd [Gearfuse] → Read More
Samsung aims to please with its newest line of Bordeaux LCD TVs. The Bordeaux line is so much more refined than previous models that it just screams sophistication. The curved transparent base is a simple yet refined addition. Contrast ratio is 10,000:1 a significant jump from 5,000:1 and it can be seen anywhere within a 178 degree angle. The 32 and 40-inch models don’t come cheap though, priced at $1700 and $2600 respectively. Bordeaux [Chosun Ilbo] → Read More
Did you forget your girlfriend’s birthday this year, again? Or how about that important meeting you had with a big client? Maybe you just want to know how long it is until you leave for that tropical vacation. The Lifetimer Clock does all that and whatever else your busy or boring schedule calls for, with 12 different event slots with individual timers you’ll always be in the know. The best part is that it’s only $27. Lifetimer [Coolness Roundup] → Read More
The days of losing your cell phone or TV remote are now over. Now you can lose them both at once. Dave White at Mobile Magazine posts about a soon-to-be-released phone in Korea that supports wireless and SMS — and also doubles as a TV, DVD or PVR remote. No word yet on price or availability. White laments that it’s kind of pointless, because it only will be available in Korea, and I agree—but it still looks damn cool. Ann Phone [Mobile Magazine] → Read More
Windows users always pull out the old “there are no peripherals for Mac” chestnut whenever they’re backed into a corner by rabid Apple addicts. While it’s true there aren’t as many extras for Mac as there are for Windows, there are still plenty of peripherals to go around. To prove our point, we rounded up a bunch of our favorites. There are of course tons more that can be added to the list, so please feel free to pony up your own top choices in the comments. → Read More
in the form of an open letter. Titled “Thoughts on Music,” Jobs outlined the state of DRM and where he thought the practice could wind up, famously stating that if the major studios would allow the disbanding of DRM, Apple would embrace it heartbeat. It was a bold move even for the iTunes giant Apple. Unsurprisingly, the proclamation is beginning to get responses. Torgeir Waterhouse, of the Norwegian Consumer Council, responded to Jobs’ letter saying: We’re happy to see Steve Jobs take on the responsibility that follows from Apple’s role as one of the leading companies in the digital sphere and comment on the complaint issued by the Norwegian Consumer Council. Our concern is of course that it’s Apple and [the] iTunes Music Store [that] should be addressing the issue of record companies and DRM themselves if it needs to be addressed – and as we’ve stated earlier it’s iTunes Music Store that’s providing a service to the consumers and therefore has the responsibility to offer up a consumer friendly product. So Norway sides with Apple. I’m wondering when the studios will chime in. Norway responds to Jobs’ open DRM letter [MacNN] → Read More
Though the Blackberry 8800 from RIM doesn’t look much different than the 8700, it’s what’s inside that counts. Boy Genius got his grubby mitts on a brand spankin’ new 8800, which features WiFi, improved screen and faster hardware. Plus check out the curves on this beauty! The improved design looks more streamlined and professional when compared to the toyish 8700. Hit the link for an outstanding gallery of pics. Hands On: Blackberry 8800 [BGR] → Read More
Thermaltake has launched a fanless laptop cooling pad called the iXoft that can be folded and rolled up for easy transport. Made of sodium sulfate decahydrate, or Na2SO4.10H2O for chemistry nerds (that’s right, I have no clue what I’m talking about), the pad uses Thermaltake’s Heat Shift technology, which consists of inner material that exhibits cold and solid properties when not in use, but then transforms into a liquid when dissipating heat, according to the company. When the laptop touches the pad, heat dissipates throughout, keeping your notebook cool as a goose. No word yet on price or availability, but expect it soon. iXoft Fanless Notebook Cooling Pad [DarkVision Hardware via SlashGear] → Read More
Seeking the ability to fly more frequently, a Sydney-based amateur pilot put his money where his hobby is. The man shelled out a staggering $230,000 to create the most authentic 747-flying experience outside of a cockpit. → Read More
A new patent for a cell phone with a screen on the bottom and keys on top is set to revolutionize the world. Well, not quite, but at least it will be ergonomically correct. The design is so obvious that I wonder why more phones aren’t designed this way. Upside Down Phone Patent (PDF) [Independent Online via Slashdot] → Read More
Noticing the lack of affordable TV phones on the market Nokia is set to debut the N77 at 3GSM next week. It will be mid-priced so Nokia can infiltrate the masses. “Immediately when the phone prices reach the 200 ($250)-300 ($400) euro price point, mobile television goes mass market,” the source said. The N77 uses DVB-H technology to pickup TV signals. No other details or launch date have been announced, Nokia is keeping hush on this one until 3GSM. N77 [Mad4MobilePhones] → Read More
Evan Ackerman at OhGizmo! posts about this wacky fish-skeleton Maywadenki extension cord. At $30, the tail of this 4-feet cord plugs into any wall socket while the head serves as an AC port. The eyes of the skeleton also glow when plugged in. The cord can be found at J-List. Na Cord Fish Bone Extention Cord [TokyoMango via OhGizmo!] → Read More
Caroline McCarthy over at CNET’s Crave posts about the Fishcam, a $362 Korean product that can beam back images of fish moving up to bait—allowing fishers to move their line toward them. The device uses a tiny camera attached to a special float and also can store the images on DVD. The British newspaper The Sun has some interesting comments about whether this kills or enhances the sport of fishing. Personally, I like fishing with my Dreamcast better. FishCam gives worm’s eye view [BornRich via Crave] → Read More
Om Malik and his blog New Tee Vee are giving away 100 invites to Joost for Mac users. Those of you rockin’ an Intel-based Mac can register for Joost and download the alpha version of the program. All you have to do is just give a little feedback and you’re golden. The contest started yesterday but there’s still time left to make it in! UPDATE – No more Joost, kids. Stop creating a spam farm. Joost for Mac, Alpha today, Beta next week [New Tee Vee] → Read More
While Communism may be a relegated to the dustbin of history, as this video shows, Eastern Europeans with little to do still walk among us. Click through to see the full collection of crazy Mario theme songs replayed on odd instruments. Super Mario Brothers Theme Song – Homemade Versions [FanTent via BoingBoing] → Read More
The crew over at iFixit are sort of sadistic. Whenever they get fancy new hardware, they always take it a part in a display of technological ingenuity. The newest device to arrive beneath their screwdrivers is the Airport Extreme 802.11n. So if for some reason you find yourself needing to disassemble your new Airport Extreme, iFixit has a complete walk-through of the process. In other Apple related news, I caved. After all my laptop deliberation and hunting and professions that I didn’t want another Mac, I ended up buying a Macbook Pro. I’m weak. Airport Extreme 802.11n Fixit Guide [iFixit] → Read More
I went to Kodak’s Easyshare Printer launch and walked in just as a group of nerds began playing Are You Gonna Be My Girl by Jet. Yes, real live nerds. Don’t ask me why. I’m as confused as you. See, they made the launch into an extended Saturday Night Live sketch and they ran the entire thing in NBC studios. Feel free to watch some highlights after the jump, but it’s pretty stupid. → Read More
At CrunchGear this week, we have “Apple Vs. World,” an exciting match-up complete with in-depth analysis from both sides of the ring. We examine the gamut of Apple criticisms and commendations in an effort to satiate sympathizers lying in either trench. So be there this week to witness the continuation of the most epic battle in tech. Only at CrunchGear! → Read More
In a wacky move, New York Senator Carl Kruger is proposing that a bill be introduced to ban iPods, cellphones, and all electronic devices while crossing the street in NYC. The proposed bill is due to two pedestrian deaths that occurred in Kruger’s district. If this were to go into effect though, how could law enforcement possibly uphold this crazy law? You’d have to hire a separate “iPod Gestapo” to fine people. Bill banning iPods and cellphones on New York City streets coming [Engadget] → Read More
If a bunch of open-source supporting nerds start yelling at a bunch of Brits, guess who it’s over? Yerp, Microsoft. The Open Source Consortium has come down hard against the BBC’s plans to force online TV viewers into Microsoft products. New on-demand service the BBC is offering will only be available to those using Windows and “up-to-date” versions of Microsoft products. I can see the BBC’s concerns for having to use a Windows Media Player-based DRM system, but this completely gives Mac and Linux users the shaft. Way to open up, BBC. BBC slammed for Microsoft lock-in [VNU Net] → Read More
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