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Saturday, June 20, 2009

Magnetic Vehicle Docking System (Car Kit)


Description

The Proporta Magnetic Vehicle Docking System (Magnetic Car Kit) uses a tough, lever-activated suction mounting system to attach itself securely to your vehicle windscreen (windshield). Now you can securely attach a Proporta Alu-Leather case to the Magnetic Docking System – ideal for GPS.



Key Features
  • Securely attach your mobile device to your car windscreen with our quick release system.

  • Simple application and removal system

  • Adjustable positioning

  • Compatible with almost any device.


Advanced Screen Protector (HTC Touch HD Series)


Description

Proporta really are a cut above the rest when it comes to producing screen protectors. Well, we have come across a few in our time. And, these are the best - and you can wash them.


Key Features
  • Essential screen protection

  • Prevents screen scratching and other damage

  • Reduces glare from sunlight or bright lighting

  • Can be washed and replaced

  • Improves screen ‘feel’ during stylus use

  • Guaranteed to be the best – if you don’t agree, we’ll refund you

Festival Survival Kit


Description

There’s probably only one thing more annoying at a festival than your mobile phone running out of juice, and that’s needing to go to the loo in the middle of the night without a torch. And another one to add to the mix is your mobile phone or iPod getting damaged by the elements. Because let's face it, at a festival in Europe (and especially in the UK), there's a pretty high chance of rain, not to mention mud.


Key Features

  • Everything you need for a hassle free, festival-filled summer. Includes the Proporta Universal Emergency Charger, Solar Keyring Torch and aBeachBuoy 100% Waterproof Case.

  • Universal Emergency Charger
    Charge anywhere, recharge anything - standard USB input and output
    Comes with a retractable cable which is compatible with the following inter-changeable connector heads: 1 x Nokia Slim, 1 x Sony Ericsson, 1 x iPod, 1 x Micro USB, 1 x Samsung, 1 x PSP
    Power indicator LED shows when you're low on juice
    Impressive 2500mAh storage (recharge your devices and gadgets several times)
    Powerful 5v, 800mA output (enough for even the most power-hungry mobile devices)

  • Proporta Eclipse – Solar Torch Keyring

    Super-bright solar powered LED torch
    Shock resistant rubber casing
    Integral solar panel – requires no batteries, ever
    6 x 3.5 x 1cm

  • The BeachBuoy

    100% Waterproof Case
    Guaranteed waterproof to 5 metres/16 feet
    BSI approved (IP57/IP58)
    Use your device whilst within the case – make calls, use touch screens and buttons
    Protect your valuables from water, dust and sand. Suitable for small and normal sized devices (mobile phones, cameras etc.)

Mac’d Ride: Honda Ridgeline


Matthew Muelver sent us details on his Mac’d out Honda Ridgeline RTL. This cool looking truck starts with a 1.42GHz Mac mini with SuperDrive, 80GB hard drive, 512MB of RAM, AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth. A 7″ fully-motorized Xenarc 700M in-dash touch-screen is used as the systems display. Input is handled via a Bluetake BT500 Bluetooth mouse and a Think Outside Stowaway Bluetooth keyboard. Internet access is available via Bluetooth through his Palm Treo 650 cell phone.

Matthew is using the standard OS X 10.4 and Apple’s iLife ‘05 apps to control his system - none of the current in-car skinning projects have caught his eye yet. Route 66 USA 2004 is being utilized for navigation and GPS duties through a RN600 Bluetooth GPS receiver.



The Ridgeline’s factory sound system is currently handling the audio, and the Mac mini is powered by a Carnetix P1900. Matthew is also planning to add a bypass switch to power up the mini without the ignition (for running software updates, copying files, etc. while parked in the garage).

Other custom touches include Myron & Davis factory replacement headrests with built-in 7″ LCD screens and a rear-view camera mounted on the back of the truck.

You can read more about this great install and see additional pictures in Mathew’s Ridgeline Blog.

Sunday, May 31, 2009

GPS/GSM/GPRS Alarm System/Tracking System/Navigator


Description:
1. Build-in GPS personal locator.
2. GSM /SMS communication 
3. Works worldwide! 
Support 3-frequency GSM 900/1800/1900 MHZ
     And 4-frequency GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHZ. (Optional)
4. High sensitivity, new technology and latest GPS SiRF-Star III chipset! 
Excellent for fixing the position even at a weak signal status
Work well even in areas with limited sky view like urban canyons.
5. Compact size, and smaller than one name card. Easy to hide
6. Very Low power consumption
7. Fast Signal Acquisition
8. Support single location and continuous tracking
9. Support location triggered by tracker
10. Support location triggered by authorized cell phone 
11. Support quick dialing buttons for 3 preset phone numbers 
12. Support check location by SMS and GPRS
13. Monitors can track the person without interfering him, 
14. Locate the locator holder by the mobile phone via SMS (Short messaging system)
15. SOS button send out exact location for immediate rescue/action.
16. Geo-fencing to restrict movement to a defined radius.
17. No monthly service charges to be paid to the call center

Worldwide Radio -- WR301 Internet Radio with LAN and wifi



Power Plug:US and Europe-Germany versions
Color:White and Black
Wave Band:internet
Style:Digital
Function:Multifunction
Place of Origin:Taiwan
Model Number:WR301
Power Supply:Power Adapter
Port:Taiwan
Payment Terms:T/T
Delivery Time:8 weeks


Key words: radio, internet radio, web radio, worldwide radio, mp3, mp4, wifi

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WorldRadio brings you the revolutionary radio for 21st Century where you can enjoy thousands of radio stations around the world via internet.  No matter whether you are in Alaska and would like to listen to the Hawaiian music, or whether you want to listen to the classical music, hard rock, or smooth jazz; WorldRadio brings you home the radio station of your choice.

     Follow a few simple steps to connect the WorldRadio to your internet connection, and turn on the radio, then you can access to any internet radio stations around the world just as easy as you would operate on your old AM/FM radio.  You could select a radio station categorized by country or categorized by genre.  You could also store your favorite stations for later recall with preset keys without the hassie.  WorldRadio is designed to minimize the radio operaton, and to maximize your music listening experience.


Key Features

  • Slim Stand Alone design
  • Listen to 10,000+ Internet Radio Stations around the world
  • Support two Alarm clocks with time sync from the Internet
  • Support Sleep Mode and Snooze functions
  • 128 x 64 graphic display for easy navigation
  • Support MP3/WMA playback from Internet Radio
  • Support MP3/WMA playback from USB
  • Configure the internet connectivity via wired Ethernet or wireless LAN
  • Support 3.5mm headphone jack & RCA audio line out
  • Operate the Radio through Intuitive Front Panel Control or through full featured Remote Control
  • Support UPnP client for listening music stored on UPnP media server
  • Support English, French , German , Italian , Dutch, and Spanish selection

Dimension

  195(L) x 139(W) x 60(H) mm

Display

  128 x 64 dots Graphic LCD Module

Navigation

  • Tune & Volume rotary knob
  • 8 function buttons
  • 33 keys IR remote control

       Audio

     Playback

  • Playback MP3/WMA from vTuner
  • UPnP streaming music playback (Windows Media Player 11)
  • Search and playback MP3/WMA stored in USB mass storage

    Standards

  • IEEE 802.11b/g (11/54 Mbit/s)
  • IEEE 802.3 , IEEE 802.3u (10/100 Mbit/s)
  • UPnP

     Network

     Security

  • WEP Encryption (64/128 bit key support)
  • WPA WPA2 Encryption
   CertificationCE
 Clock & Alarm
  • Dual alarm clock
  • Time sync from the Internet
  • Sleep mode and snooze

  Connections

   & Switches

  • Ethernet RJ-45
  • One USB 2.0
  • RCA Left & Right Audio out
  • Headphone out (3.5mm Jack)
  • Reset button
  • Power In
  • Power Switch (on/off)

 Environmental

  requirements

  • Operating Temperature:0 ~ 40 degree Celsius
  • Storage Temperature:-20 ~ 60 degree Celsius
  • Operating Humidity:10 ~ 85% Non-Condensing
  • Storage Humidity:5 ~ 90% Non-Condensin
Power Adapter
  • Input: 100~240VAC, 50/60Hz
  • Output: 12VDC , 2A
* The specification is subject to change without prior notice.


Thursday, May 14, 2009

iBose Egg Chair Is An Absolute Music Chamber



Designing of built-in speakers within chairs or for that matter digital chairs or other form of digital furniture is not something new and here I have another worthy contender to add to the list of Lodge chair with built-in iPod and 02 Lounge stree-burner chair. Intelligently named as the iBose Egg Chair, it touts the circular acoustical features that justifies it being christened as the ultimate sound chamber. Coming from the 1960s era, it comes layered with black velveteen cloth.

To start with, it sports a Bose Companion 3 amplifier, satellite speaker system, a JBL OnTour handy speaker system featuring 1.5″ stereo speakers and an incorporated speaker is placed right above the user’s head.

The vibration of the bass frequencies can be felt via four fusion 6.5″ midwoofers, motorized by an Onkyo home theater handset with crossovers offering a vibrating effect underneath of the seat. The music is streamlined to this chair via Ethernet or Wireless-G from any PC or notebook running iTunes. It becomes a real sound chamber when attached with an Apple Powerbook and iTunes. Well, all music maniacs can enjoy their stay here, as this is a perfect offering that understands their senses.


Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Digital Gadget Intelligent Golf Plutter



This digital gadget could record and analysis the most important points of putts:Impetus run, hitting the ball, speed, swing level and pace. With these data, you could get a scientific training. Plus, the LCD will display a green line, once the putter head parallel to the ground.

Price: 949 EUR 

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Brit engineers unveil tin foil-thin speaker


If you thought NXT flat panel speakers were thin, wait until you see the latest piece of engineering from the brainbox types at Warwick University. Dubbed the FFL (flat, flexible loudspeaker), it looks like tin foil but reportedly delivers a clear, crisp sound.

Unlike a traditional speaker, the FFL works by moving air as a bulk mass rather than from a single point. The idea is that this distributes audio evenly.

The tech could be used in posters, ceiling tiles or even wrapped around a lampshade, according to the head of Warwick Audio Technologies, a firm created to sell the speaker tech. It looks likely to prove popular for public address systems, as it’s directed straight at its audience and quality doesn’t degrade to the extent it does with standard PA systems.

Don’t expect to see tons of FFL speakers out in the next few months, but Warwick Audio Technologies says it hopes to have a product out by the end of 2009.

Sunday, May 10, 2009

Dell Studio One 19 Desktop (S210513NZ)



Begs to Be Touched
Reach out and explore the Studio One 19’s
18.5" display with optional multi-touch
screen functionality on a choice of 4 color
fabric trim options or Solid Pure White
trim border



  • Crystal clear 16:9 widescreen flat panel HD display
  • User-friendly touch applications with optional
  • multi-touch screen
  • Powerful NVIDIA® graphics with up to an Intel® Quad-Core processor
  • Optional built-in WiFi.



Dell Studio One 19 Desktop (S210513NZ)Cool, sophisticated design with multi-touch features and speedier processor for more enjoyment
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Friday, May 8, 2009

A Lockbox Built from DNA

Using DNA origami, researchers have assembled a nano-sized box with lock and key.

Deoxyribose sugar cubes: Because complementary regions of DNA like to pair up, researchers were able to design a long strand of DNA that, combined with many tiny DNA staples, would automatically assemble itself into a nano-sized box. This technique is known as DNA origami. Here, the boxes were imaged using cryo-electron tomography to confirm their cubelike structures and hollow interior. Credit: : Ebbe S. Andersen, Aarhus University.


Using nothing but DNA, researchers in Denmark have constructed a tiny box with a lid that can either lock shut or--with the help of a set of DNA keys--hinge open. While other groups have experimented with using DNA origami to build three-dimensional objects, the new box, described in this week's edition of Nature, is distinguished by its solid sides and moving parts.
"It's a rather beautiful molecular structure," says John Reif, a distinguished professor of computer science at Duke University, who was not involved in the research. "It's the first time that a nanostructure like that had a programmable and controllable lid."
For now, the box serves as a proof of principle that DNA origami can be adapted to make elaborate three-dimensional structures, says Jørgen Kjems, a molecular biologist at the Aarhus University Center for DNA Nanotechnology, who led the research. But in the future, he believes that the nano-sized container could be adapted for a wide range of applications, from drug-delivery vehicle to logic gate.
DNA makes an ideal building material for nanostructures. It's easy to churn out in bulk: Kjems and his team hijacked a virus to manufacture copies of the sequence that they designed. And it folds in straightforward, predictable ways according to its sequence. To design the box, the Aarhus team developed a computer program to generate a continuous single-stranded DNA sequence that, along with smaller DNA fragments that act as staples, would self-assemble into the desired shape.
The sequence was devised with many complementary regions so that it would automatically fold into six roughly square accordion-like sheets--the sides of the box--based on DNA's natural tendency to pair into double strands. The DNA staples, also driven by the pairing of complementary sequences, stitched the sheets' edges together to form a hollow cube with a hinged lid.
To make the lid lockable, Kjems and his colleagues fashioned two tiny DNA latches with sticky ends. Under normal circumstances, the latches adhere to the box, holding it shut. But when the two corresponding DNA keys are added, the latches bind to those instead, allowing the lid to swing open. A pair of dye molecules, one affixed to the box's rim and another to its lid, glow red when close together and green when far apart, providing an easy way to detect whether a box is closed or open.

Think outside the box: The nano boxes, modeled here in gray, might one day ferry drugs to specific destinations in the body or serve as logic gates in a DNA-based computer. Each box's lid is normally latched shut with two pairs of complementary DNA snippets (blue and orange). But when corresponding DNA keys (also blue and orange) are added to the mix, they interfere with the latches and allow the lids to swing open. Fluorescent dye markers glow red when a box is closed and green when it is open. Credit: : Ebbe S. Andersen, Aarhus University.

With three-dimensional structures such as this one, the real challenge isn't designing the object but proving that it successfully formed, says Paul Rothemund, a computer scientist at the California Institute of Technology, who developed a simple technique for making DNA structures. The researchers used several different imaging methods to ensure that the boxes assembled themselves as planned. "They did a very convincing job of showing that they made what they thought they made, which is really important," Rothemund says. "And now they're free to try and elaborate on it and get it to actually do something."
Kjems has several ideas for what the boxes might do. One possibility is to load them with drugs and program the lids to open in response to some biological cue inside the body--the presence of a virus or a cancer gene, for example--thereby releasing their therapeutic cargo.
"There's a way in which they're more interesting than almost any other nano-encapsulation scheme you can think of for that purpose, because they have these infinitely programmable lids," says Rothemund. "That's something that no other kind of nano-drug-delivery capsule can offer."
Therapeutic uses are still a long way off, however. While the boxes are theoretically solid enough to prevent large molecules from leaking out and spacious enough to enclose a ribosome or a small virus, the researchers haven't yet tried to put anything inside them. And so far, the boxes only function inside a test tube. Unlike some other nano-delivery vehicles, there's no evidence yet of the safety or efficacy of DNA-based devices in living systems.
But the lockboxes needn't carry a payload to prove useful. Kjems also envisions turning them into electronic components. Because they have two distinct keys, the boxes act as AND gates, opening (and glowing green) only when both keys are present. With a few straightforward tweaks, they could serve as NOT gates or OR gates as well. "In principle," says Kjems, "you could build a DNA computer using these boxes."

Rohos Logon Key v.1.7.2 For Mac OS X

Rohos Logon Key now provides two-factor authentication, YubiKey OTP verification, and Touchatag RFID wireless tags support.



Tesline-Service SRL has announced that its Rohos Logon Key authentication solution for Mac OS X Tiger and Mac OS X Leopard now supports two-factor authentication with any USB flash drive and PIN code. Mac OS X security benefits: access your Mac with hardware USB key, the Mac is protected but you don't need to enter your password manually each time you unlock your Mac, automatically lock your MAC screen when USB Key is unplugged, unlocking your MAC with a USB token is fully automatic and fast, and PIN code option offers two-factor authentication.


"We are glad to present Rohos Logon Key v.1.7.2 with two-factor authentication support and Yubikey OTP validation," said Alexander Silonosov, general manager, Tesline-Service. "PIN code function now blocks your USB Key after three wrong attempts. It means it will not be possible to use it as a logon key. In this release we added YubiKey OTP verification support and Touchatag RFID wireless tags support. Rohos Logon Key provides end users with an easy-to-use authentication solution that combines true mobility with the most robust security."Rohos Logon allows using any USB flash drive with on-board serial number to be used as a security token. Rohos does not store any information on USB flash drive, thus allowing to use even non-Mac compatible USB sticks. It protects your Key with PIN code to prevent unauthorised logon with your USB key.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

New DRM receiver unveiled and reiterated support for DRM from EBU/ABU



Erlangen, Germany – A new state-of-the-art DRM digital radio receiver was unveiled to DRM members at the annual general assembly of the Consortium being held in Erlangen, Germany where the world's two biggest broadcasting unions – EBU and ABU – re-iterated their support to the DRM Consortium. The new DRM receiver is called 'Di-Wave 100' and has been developed by Uniwave Development SAS. This is the first DRM receiver with colour screen and will be in mass production from April 2009. The receiver has all the multimedia features offered by DRM technology including identification by station name, programme information, Journaline, MOT Slideshow and listening time shift. The radio can receive DRM broadcasts in SW, MW and LW as well as analogue FM and can store 768 stations in its memory. The receiver also has a USB/SD card -reader and mp3/mp4 play-back. The 3.5 inch TFT display colour can display text in many different languages. Patrick Leclerc, CEO of Uniwave said "The unique thing about the new receiver is that we have a clear road-map and plan to produce subsequent models with newer features like recording, EQ, DVD, GPS and navigation for an in-car version." The DRM General Assembly is being attended by members from all over the world and got support from the EBU and ABU. Sharad Sadhu, Technical Director of the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union told the DRMmembers "It is the most suitable technology for MW broadcasters in the Asia-Pacific region and that the Consortium should have a 'look east' policy for the roll-out of DRM". Lieven Vermale, Technical Director of the European Broadcasting Union said "DRM is one of the critical technologies for converting analogue radio to digital and is being endorsed by several countries in the world. Both broadcasting unions are in favour of different digital radio bodies in the world working more closely together to give a unified message to the users." "We are really excited about the good news we are sharing with our members : major countries like India and Russia opting for DRM, up-to-date receivers ready to hit the market, completion of the DRM standard family with DRM+. The DRM consortium is in a good place, ready for cooperation and real activities to push the digitisitation of radio worldwide", said Ruxandra Obreja, DRM Chairman.

TEC's Lingo mouse touts itself as world's smallest, most likely to get lost in laptop bag

That Ulysses S. Grant greenback you were about to fork over to Thanko? Hold onto it for now, as TEC's Lingo mouse might be more tempting. While more traditional in function than the aforementioned deskless variant, its claim to fame is a self-appointed "smallest mouse" title. While we doubt that's really the case, at 27.5 x 60 x 19 mm and 0.8 ounces, it certainly makes a good argument. Since we know you're dying to hear the nitty-gritty details: 800 dpi, 2.4GHz with a range of up to 32.8 feet, and about 15 hours battery life with automatic shutoff if left dormant for five minutes. No indication of stateside release, but if you find somewhere to import it, at least shipping won't be too terrible, all things considered.

Can a Car swim???


Can a car swim???


The answer is yes.. Amazed!!! Yes, actually there are swimming cars that can swim under the surface of water... In 1980 JAMES BOND wowed the world with a car that could swim under water in the movie "The spy who loved me".. But to be more clear that was an ANIMATION.


The boss of Swiss automaker RINSPEED offered a car named "RINSPEED SQUBA" that could be submersed under water and can move like a fish under water.. This most exiting reality is the World's first Swimming Car.The car can move at a speed of 1.8 miles per hour and can dive up to 10 meters below the surface of water. Here are the cool pics of Swimming Car...


The Lamborghini Countach is fast, but everyone knows Bulls can’t swim, so is it fast enough to walk on water, Jesus-style?
We think not, which is why we wonder what the heck this thing is doing almost fully submerged. Anyone have any ideas? We did some searching online and couldn’t find anything.

Ed — Our resident commenter, C.S.M. Technophile, has figured out the mystery of the swimming bull. The amphibious Countach was built by Mike Ryan of Sea Roader. Check out his website, for instructions on how to build your very own soaking wet Italian.