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general March 29, 2010 posted by dscaw

Kyocera Zio M6000 – Lightest Android phone yet and with no contract

Want a smartphone but sans contract? The Kyocera Zio M6000 may not be the “super” smartphone that the Google Nexus One is – but it has Android and will reportedly require no commitment by being offered by carriers such as Virgin Mobile or Cricket. The best part is how cheap it is going to be – at $169 combined with a pre-paid plan, this is a great starter Android product. Intelligent, sleek, stealthy design # Impressive 3.5″ WVGA motion-enhanced touchscreen…

reprise March 28, 2010 posted by Red

Ferret posts this week

Here’s a quick round-up of Red Ferret posts from the past week for those who missed them. Enjoy. Newspaper Club – make your own printed newspaper and craft an empire…buwahahaha – Newspaper Club is one of those… USB Go-Link Hands on – super fast file transfer from computer to computer – Dan recently featured this USB… Pet High Chair – Because animals should eat at the table – This Pet High Chair restores my… Barky – A tree turned into…

Gadgets March 27, 2010 posted by Dan

Satellite Navigation Mat – Stops your GPS from getting lost

The suction cups marks from GPS holders on the inside of your windscreen are a dead give away that you’re packing some easily nicked hardware. This Satellite Navigation Mat might be the solution. It’s a weighted bag of beans with a panel in the middle that can be used to secure the GPS suction cup mounting. It comes in two versions, one for the iPhone (with the phone holder) and one for GPS units (holder is extra). The bag contours…

announcement March 27, 2010 posted by Dan

Earth Hour – Turn off for one hour tonight

Don’t forget people it’s Earth Hour tonight. Starts at 8:30pm at your local time. Earth Hour started in 2007 in Sydney, Australia when 2.2 million homes and businesses turned their lights off for one hour to make their stand against climate change. Only a year later and Earth Hour had become a global sustainability movement with more than 50 million people across 35 countries participating. Global landmarks such as the, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The CN Tower in Toronto, The Golden…

Gadgets March 26, 2010 posted by Nigel

Japanese Replica Taxi Meter – the designated driver tip jar

This Japanese Replica Taxi Meter seems perfect for those times when you get stuck with ferrying around the friends and relations in your motor veh-i-cule. Nothing says ‘cough for some gas, chum’ more than the sight of a ticking meter strategically placed atop a dashboard. For added effect, give it a timely tap and cough as you pull up to the door in the pouring rain. Around $35.00 in yen-like. Use this novelty Japanese Cab meter to charge for rides to…

Bizarre March 26, 2010 posted by Nigel

4GB Cross Necklace Digital Video Recorder – capture those pious little moments

This 4GB Cross Necklace Digital Video Recorder is something of a wonder, is it not dear reader? Let us give pause for a moment, and consider which amongst us might be tempted to record their lives in this unseemly way? Surely there be no man here who feels threatened so greatly that they would take upon themselves this spycam of sorrow? Bow your heads as ye proffer $45.00 for the fact. This cross spy camcorder looks really fashion as it is in front of…

cool tech March 26, 2010 posted by Fritz

Burri Swiss Precision Waste Bin

Swiss Public Element Designers Burri know that waste is serious business. Built on expert knowledge accumulated in more than 100 years of craftsmanship, the Burri Public Bin waste management system is made from 3mm stainless steel and sheer human ingenuity. For removing the waste, unlock the can with a Swiss precision garbage key, so the weight of its contents will pull it forward, slowed by a gas cushioned cylinder. The can will stop tilting once it has reached its optimal…

Gadgets March 26, 2010 posted by Nigel

Victorinox Expedition Kit – the ultimate pocket toolbox

The Victorinox Expedition Kit crams more gadget wizardry into each square millimeter than James Bond’s grandmother. We’re talking altimeters, barometers, screwdrivers, torches, clocks, toothpick, timers, magnifying glass…you get the picture. A whopping 42 tools in one pocket. And one single airport security guard to confiscate it off you the minute you set foot in the terminal. Priceless. $210.00. Tags: gadgets, victorinox+expedition+kit

Bookmark This! March 26, 2010 posted by Nigel

Solway Internet TV and Radio Player – free player lets you grab your entertainment from around the globe

This free Solway Internet TV & Radio Player gives you free access to more than 1000 radio and TV stations on the net. Not only that, but it also has a ‘Record’ button, to let you store what you watch or listen to. Awesome, eh? By far the coolest feature, however, is the fact you can add your own channels, and you even get a handy link to an online broadcasting site where you can locate and grab channel and program information. Superb. The interface is simple, it works brilliantly and it’s…

Fun & Games March 26, 2010 posted by Dan

Ferrety Friday Links – now with 90% more picture love

Last week’s Ferret Friday Links went off a little early but we’ve calmed down and we’re all better this week, so off we go. In order to win an Academy Award, you’ll need to have an Academy Award winning movie trailer . “Friendly concern that a string of heightened and seemingly unrelated plots should suddenly arise…” iPad in the sky with diamonds. It’s not even out yet but the iPad has already been pimped. But that’s okay, it’s only tacky…

Awesome March 26, 2010 posted by Nigel

MorgueFile – the best little free image site you’ve never heard of..

The wonderful MorgueFile has been around for a looong time, but if you haven’t heard of it, or been there for a while take a look. Not only is the new interface lovely to look at and use, but the content is superb. A huge selection of great images, completely free to download and use for any project you have in mind. The search engine works brilliantly and the whole site operates at a fast clip, making it all a…

Bookmark This! March 26, 2010 posted by Nigel

Check Your Password – just how safe is your password?

The dudes at Microsoft have banged up a Check Your Password site to let you check how strong (or not) your password is. Try it at your peril. This password checker does not collect, store, or transmit information. The security of the passwords typed into this password checker is similar to the security of the password you enter if you log on to Windows. The password is checked and validated on your computer, but is not sent over the Internet….

Gadgets March 26, 2010 posted by Dan

Smart Energy Glass – Innovative building material idea

Buildings clad in glass look fantastic, however life in a glass building is just that little bit more difficult (especially with stone throwers -Ed). In hot climates, you need adjustable blinds and air conditioning to keep it livable. In cold climes you’ve got to cover them up or all that hard-earned heat just pours out the window. Well the clever people at Peer + might have just found the solution with their, Smart Energy Glass. It looks like ordinary glass…

Gadgets March 26, 2010 posted by Dan

Suncalc – Plants plants properly

Trying to match the right plant with the right conditions in the garden can be tricky, but it’s ok, we have the technology. Stick one of these Suncalc gadgets in the ground where you want to plant, wait 12 hours and let it do it’s thing. When it’s done, one of the LEDs will tell how much sun is in that particular spot and you know what to plant there. Simple. Reusable and just US$20.99 It accurately measures the amount…

ferret exclusive March 26, 2010 posted by Dan

Remote Controlled Fishing Boat – Delivers the bait right to the fish

Chinavasion have given us a little sneak peak at one of their upcoming products, a Remote Controlled Fishing Boat . This type of remote controlled boat (also called bait boats) allows anglers to get their hook and bait further out from shore without needing a real boat or a monster cast. This one can deliver 2kg of bait/berley/chum/rubby dubby up to 300 metres from the transmitter. The 10Ah battery will keep the boat chumming for 4 hours and it can…

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