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Things that go ‘boo’ in the night!

Gadgets June 19, 2006 posted by

Who goes there?

The USB QCam with Nightvision. So we’re talking 1.3 megapixel here, and infrared LEDs and 1280×1024 resolution and glass lens and built in mic. If we were a breathless youth, we’d be panting with anticipation right now. Because it’s clear that webcams no longer run at your grandad’s speed, matey. $35.00.


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Gadgets June 19, 2006 posted by

Bluetooth headset.

Layon UI-06 Bluetooth Headset. Interesting combo product – either a stereo headset with chords via a neck hanging Bluetooth module, or it can be converted into a hook and earpiece BT module. Apparently.   Unique stereo software system and built-in DSP solutions for superior sound quality. Better interference resistance via the use of Bluetooth technology . Supports wireless stereo audio streaming and headset /handsfree application. Supports remote control feature. Listening to music and talking over wireless phones.


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Gadgets June 19, 2006 posted by

Auto Doctor.

Car MD. Diagnose your car’s illness. At least those that result in a cryptic ‘Check Engine’ signal. $89.99. [Via Stylehive]  CarMD uses the same basic technology that your mechanic’s large, expensive scanner uses, but it costs much less. The CarMD tool and website can tell you why your “CHECK ENGINE” light is on, the probable cause, probable fixes and estimated repair costs. In short, CarMD gives you the power to unlock your car’s secrets. And you’ll never be at the…


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Gadgets June 16, 2006 posted by

Pertelian External Display.

The Pertelian External LCD Display. A USB powered display which lets you stay in touch with the outside world while you’re busy gaming. Receive emails, IM, stock quotes, weather and even Internet radio while fragging or Wow’ing. Geek’s rejoice, eh? $44.99.  The Pertelian LCD Display is here to help. This USB LCD has been designed with the PC gamer in mind to enhance the gaming experience. Now you can frag away, while still keeping up to date with your PC’s…


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Gadgets June 16, 2006 posted by

Skype gets a Jumper.

The MPLAT Jumper S100 Personal Gateway. Yet another box which lets you use your standard landline phone as a Skype phone. Clever bits include call forwarding to your mobile phone, 3 way conferencing between Skype and standard PSTN calls, voice recording and voice mail. $49.90.  The MPLAT Jumper S100 is a personal gateway between USB Port and regular telephone port (RJ11) for Skype Voice communication. It will setup the brigde between your skype call and PSTN Call, You will obtain more…


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Gadgets June 16, 2006 posted by

Low EMF Hair Dryer.

The UN-2772 Low EMF Hair Dryer. Stop harmful EMF radiation from messing with your brains or your perm. Save your hair, and your body? Or give your hair body and save your soul? Or save your money and never wash your hair again? Your call.  UNIX’s Low EMF Hair Dryer blocks 95% of Electromagnetic Wave against the human body. (Set the distance of 5cm or more).


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Gadgets June 15, 2006 posted by

MediaMan.

MediaMan Media Player. Flourishing more ports than a Cockney sailor’s Filofax, this is one puppy that’s determined to connect. To anything. And everything. Stick a hard drive of your choice in there, plug it in to your PC to download, then sit back and surf your collection of groove and moves on your TV with the remote control. Video, audio, photos, even HD stuff. It’s even got a built in FM transmitter to let you beam your stuff to the nearest home or…


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Gadgets June 15, 2006 posted by

Keychain LED Lantern.

The Keychain LED Lantern. Cuteness is an itty bitty 2” tall, water resistant, flashing or static LED lantern thingy. Twenty five hours shining on a battery set. $9.99.  This miniature LED lantern stands just over 2″ tall and fits perfectly on a keychain. It’s an ideal companion whether you are trekking across an open field on a moonless night or just trying to locate some spare quarters in the backseat of your car. A simple twist of the base illuminates a…


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Gadgets June 15, 2006 posted by

Lock up your quarters.

The Enforcer Magnetic Lock. Stick 80 pounds of magnetic pulling power on to your drawers or filing cabinets and sleep easy at night knowing that your Governor’s pardon is tucked safely away from prying eyes. Until there’s a power cut. $79.99.  Prevent unauthorized access to small enclosures, such as cabinets or drawers. The 80-Pound Electromagnetic Lock mounts to a small enclosure, keeping it securely closed until you release the powerful magnet manually through your hardwired security system. You can also…


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Gadgets June 14, 2006 posted by

Smallest LED flashlight in the world?

The Luxeon LXCL-PWT1. Is this the smallest LED flashlight in the world? Probably. 26 lumens, 2mm size, 2000 hour lifespan. $2.99 each, designed for mobile devices.  Luxeon Portable PWT light sources deliver bright, long-lasting white light from a very small package. This emitter generates 26 lumens of light at 350mA from a package that is only 2.0 x 1.6 x 0.7mm. The LED offers a 2,000 hour lifespan with uniform white light produced by Lumileds patented conformal coating process.


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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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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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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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