Monthly Archives: June 2006

hardware June 14, 2006 posted by

Big Cat Recumbent.

The 2006 Big Cat Pocket Recumbent Trike. Proof that recumbent vehicles don’t have to look like low slung banana splits. This one is apparently fast, custom made and yours fer $2075.00.  Who should consider owning a Catrike Pocket? Anyone who has major discomfort while riding a traditional bike, but still wants to get out on the road and experience bugs in their teeth. It’s all good. And all about fitness.The Catrike gives you the chance to experience NO neck, shoulder…

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Free Software June 14, 2006 posted by

Free game, free time.

Deicide. Fancy seeing what all the MMORPG – online role playing game – fuss is all about? Without paying Everquest or WoW prices? Then try this. Free public beta any time now.  Consolidate a place for our shelter and making living by farming, rise in arms for their shelter from the enemy, conquest other castles with colleagues, become one of the member of hierarchical society, working and fighting for their lords and masters, all these multiple living activities are what our…

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Free Software June 14, 2006 posted by

Thinkfree Office.

Thinkfree Office Online. The best online office on earth. It says. And it’s free. With 1GB free storage, creation of MS Office compatible docs, built in PDF and sharing an’ stuff. Ho ho!  With ThinkFree Online, you can: Schedule and track tasks for your social group, create elaborate invitations and easily post online for everyone to see, build a presentation to describe your latest project or show pictures from your latest trip with complete details of the story behind the…

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Gadgets June 13, 2006 posted by

Solar Powered Mobile Phone.

The Solar Powered Mobile Phone sounds as if it will solve a whole heap of problems. Just think about permanently switched on cell phone communications. No wait, maybe that’s not such a good idea after all.   Solar cell technology also lends itself to use in modern mobile devices, as demonstrated by the solar-powered mobile phone introduced by researchers at the ISE, which achieves a module efficiency rate of 20 percent using device-integrated, high-efficiency solar cells. This technology will enable unlimited…

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but is it art? June 13, 2006 posted by

Schticks and schtones.

LapSchticks. Removable and reusable laptop skins. $19.99 says your taste is probably not as great as you think it is.  LapSchticks create a unique personalized look, and are easily applied to the top of any laptop. And they come off as easily as they go on. If you change your mind on the design, simply remove the current LapSchtick and you’re ready for your next look. LapSchticks are available in a wide range of different sizes, and can be trimmed…

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Gadgets June 13, 2006 posted by

Wi-Fi HD DVD.

The Omisys PN-210V DVD player comes with Wi-Fi, plays Ogg Vorbis, XviD, DivX, DVD+/– et al, and even throws some High Definition 1080P love in there too, as EngGizmo would say. That’s a lot of spec for such a teeny tiny box, eh?

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hardware June 13, 2006 posted by

Trak-Kit.

The Trak-Kit. Suspend your flat screen television on a track and rod system and move it around from place to place. What do you mean why? To get a ‘more flexible viewing experience’ of course. And what do you mean how much?   Trak-kit consists of suspending a screen from an track system to allow for a linear, rotation and vertical display movement path. The flat screen can now be used in multiple areas, allowing you to enjoy your television beyond…

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Gadgets June 13, 2006 posted by

Tripod Belt.

The Tripod Belt is a neat way of carrying around those clumsy, bulky photographic things that hold cameras steady. Sling it over your shoulder and Bob’s your wedding photographer. $8.50.

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Gadgets June 12, 2006 posted by

Hands free beans.

The Hands Free Can Opener. As any geek will tell you, the hardest part of any culinary feast is the ritual opening of the can of beans. You know, to go with the cold, flaccid, two day old pizza from the back of the fridge. So what joy to announce the existence of this doohickey. $24.95 is not that much to pay for more time on the couch, is it? [via Random Good Stuff]   Portable, battery-powered can opener works…

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sleaze tech June 12, 2006 posted by

Super Mic.

The Pro Extreme Contact Microphone. Stick this Israeli military designed kit to any surface with special putty and pick up the sound of your neighbour’s nose hair growing. Or something. $395.00.  The small acoustic “super sensor” pick-up is placed against any surface and all sound vibrations will be amplified up to 100 times via the included portable 1 watt RMS amplifier and fed into specially manufactured perfectly matched active noise cancellation stereo headphones. The result is truly incredible. Don’t be misled by other contact microphones available on…

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Gadgets June 12, 2006 posted by

Drive Alert II.

Drive Alert Master II. Version two, same theory. Your head slumps, alarm goes off, nasty car crash averted. The new model looks a bit better than the last one, but still, how can we use one of these alongside a Bluetooth headset and not look like a real gonk? Ah well.  $24.95.  Just turn it on, adjust the wake up angle switch and place it behind your ear. When you begin to doze off and your head slumps forward, the Drive Alert…

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Bizarre June 12, 2006 posted by

Oh my Dog!

Oh my Dog! Perfume for mutts. $39.00 a bottle. Don’t think there’s anything else we need to add.  Chic Paws has collaborated with Parisian designers and French manufacturers to propose a new level of refinement, sophistication and style to the discerning dog owner’s sensibilities. Here you will find the best in quality, taste and comfort for you and your canine friend.

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hmm..interesting June 12, 2006 posted by

Chargebox.

Chargebox. We’ve talked about mobile phone charging systems before on the Ferret, and we’re still not sure whether this tech service has staying power. The idea is that you use these charging lockers to power up your handset when you’re out and about and depleted. Is there a demand for this? Enough for a business plan? [Via Gizmag]  Have you ever run out of battery whilst you are away from your home and been unable to use your phone or…

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Bookmark This! June 12, 2006 posted by

Polaroid-o-nizer.

Polaroid-o-nizer. You got photo? You need Polaroiding. Upload your pic and receive back a nicely framed shot you can print out and wave gently in the air to dry.

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Gadgets June 9, 2006 posted by

Sunshine cleans softly…

The Inovix IAP-806 Solar Powered Car Air Purifier. Kill bugs, remove smoke and replace with pleasant smells. All the while smugly remembering that you’re saving the earth by going solar powered.  # High efficiency photo-catalysis kill bacteria and sterilize # Powerful active carbon remove smoke and unpleasant odor # Includes fragrance pellets to surround you with a pleasant, soothing scent-refills available # Noiseless design, no motor

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