Apparently mobile phones are dirty. No really. Some dudes with white coats on claim they can have up to 18 times the amount of bacteria as a public restroom toilet handle. We’re trying not to think about that too much. Anyway, like a knight in shining armor there’s a hero come to our aid.
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Google Tips – a really cool way to learn all the top tricks to get the most out of Google services
Love ’em or hate ’em, you’ve got to admit they’re everywhere. Google applications we’re talking about. Even if you don’t use the company’s email service, you’re likely to use search, or Android or even Maps or YouTube. But many people still struggle to get the best out of these cool services, and that’s where the company’s new tip site comes in.
Read MoreOnePeel Dual SIM Power Case For iPhone – instantly give your iPhone triple SIM functionality…and much much more
We’ve come across some weird stuff in our time, including talking trees and shoe cookies, but this one is exploding our goats a bit. On the surface it’s just a case for an iPhone handset, but dig deeper and all sorts of amazing things tumble out of the box.
Read MorePetnostics – check your pet’s health instantly
Forget about human health, the word’s out that there’s just as much cash to be made out of animal well-being, especially when the critters happen to be soft, furry and ever so cuddly. No not wombats, we’re talking about household pets like dogs and cats.
Read MoreAero-X Hovercraft – the crazy new-school way of getting around
Look, getting around on a bicycle or motorcycle is so old school. According to the Sci-Fi movies of the 80s we should all be riding around in vehicles that can fly or at the very least hover by now. Just think about it for a second, how would it feel if you were to fly around your neighborhood?
Read MoreiFree Skype Recorder – excellent free tool for recording Skype calls with a click [Freeware]
If you’re a big user of Skype you’ll know that there are a number of addon tools you can use to make it work better, including some call recorders which let you capture conversations and store them in a variety of formats. But for the most part they’re either restricted (typically 15 min calls for free) or not very easy to use.
Read MoreGluten Free Bread Maker – for when you knead something a little healthier
No question there’s a revolution going on as people discover that a lot of their health issues can be placed at the foot of the current processed food pyramid. The over supply of sugar is just one aspect of the problem of course, especially since it’s clear that many of our modern wheat products come with some pretty hard hitting issues of their own.
Read MoreBrando Shatterproof Anti Peek Protector for Samsung and iPhone – keep your secrets safe and sound
One of the things we don’t appreciate about carrying around our life in a portable device like a smartphone, is how easy it is for people to snoop into your affairs just by peering over your shoulder while you’re reading stuff. It may not be so bad on a street, but on a plane ride or in a bus, things can get a little dodgy if you’re not careful.
Read MoreDo I Have MHL – instant check to see if your phone supports this cool tech
One of the lesser known technologies that are available for smartphones is the MHL standard, which stands for Mobile High Definition Link. This is the clever tech which lets you plug your phone into a TV using the handset’s standard microUSB port, and get gorgeous images at high def on the big screen. The thing is, not all phones support this, especially at the cheaper end of the market.
Read MoreTyping Club – want to learn how to type for free?
Everyone should be able to type, even if it’s only hunt and peck style. If you can’t, you’re putting yourself at a distinct disadvantage against those who have gained enough skills to get stuff done in a reasonable length of time. Because, let’s face it, the computer keyboard still rules.
Read MoreNovena Open Laptop – fully open source laptop on its way to specialist shelves near you soon
Open sourced software has been around for ages, but cranking out open source computer hardware has been a completely different animal to crack. Something about all those bits and bobs, and solder maybe. But now it looks as though the inimitable Andrew “bunnie” Huang has managed to bring it all together along with the help of a large crowd.
Read MoreTeardrop Body Banner – at last…a way to let your friends know where you are in a crowded location
One of the biggest problems about meeting your friend in a crowded spot is how difficult it is to spot them from a distance. But now there’s a clever way to sort the problem out, and maybe earn a bit of extra cash on the side as well.
Read MoreWord Lens – awesome translation app for iOS and Android is now free, and part of Google [Freeware]
Word just in says that Google has bought Word Lens, the ultra clever app for Apple and Android, which lets you point your camera at a foreign language sign and read an instant translation. We first covered it back in 2010, when it only offered a couple of languages, but it’s now grown to six, ranging from Russian to German, Italian and Portuguese.
Read MorePick n Mix – superb new website building service is perfect for small businesses and mom and pop
If you’ve ever been asked to recommend a website building service, or needed a small website for a project yourself, you’ll know that it’s not easy finding the right option. Sure there are lots of website services out there, from free to pricey, but they either require that you know about design (or coding), or pay an arm or a leg for a custom design/development option. Even WordPress is a tricky choice, since there are so many things you need…
Read MoreInfrared Air Guitar – imaginary guitar playing just got real
If you want to try a few tunes on a guitar but don’t really want to spend big bucks on buying the instrument itself then you’re in luck today. We’ve got our eyes on something really cool and electrifying, which will definitely make sure that your natural musicianship doesn’t go to waste.
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