Archive for November, 2010

Kingston has announced its latest USB 3.0 external super speed hard drive called HyperX Max 3.0. This new technology is 10 times faster than USB 2.0 device and it’s available in 64GB, 128GB and 256GB capacities.  The HyperX Max 3.0 has a read speed of up to 195MB/s and a write speed of up to 160MB/s. It can transfer a 10GB of movie files in just 1 minute and 12 seconds from a USB 3.0 interface. Other specifications includes backward compatibility with USB 2.0, dual led indicator Blue for USB 3.0, green for USB 2.0, Shock-resistant, and has a sleek design with rugged aluminum casing.

Thanko announced its latest technology called Silent PC Keyboard cover. It is a new technology that features sound-proofing, thus eliminating the noise produce by keyboard when you’re typing. This is really useful when you’re doing your assignments at night and your room mate is always complaining about the noise. It has a transparent cover where in you can see the keyboard and your hands. It also helps protect the keyboard from dust and some water and it will keep your hands warm as well.

Acer has announced its latest technology called Acer Iconia. It is a dual-screen notebook that can also be used as a tablet. As you can see its keyboard is actually the secondary screen, both displays are 14-inch touchscreen with a HD resolution of 1,366 x 768. Both screens are made of ultra-thin Gorilla Glass, a “highly intuitive all-point multi-touch functionality”. Core specifications for this new technology includes an Intel Core i5 CPU, 320 GB HDD (up to 750GB), Acer Ring UI for better control on its virtual keyboard, HDMI, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi b/g/n connectivity and latest USB 3.0 ports. The Acer Iconia weighs just six pounds and comes with 3G and Dolby Home Theater V3 support as well as Gesture Editor. Pricing and release date for this upcoming notebook is still unknown.

There are many people who are not contented on the phone they are using, once they have seen a new released of their favorite mobile manufacturer they can’t refuse not to buy that handset. On the other hand, some mobile users who are contented already with their unit said “as long as they can call and text with their phone, it’s okay”.  That’s why a Dutch ad agency named John Doe has launched “the world’s simplest cell phone” dubbed as John Phone. It’s simple because it has no any connectivity available like internet, GPS, Bluetooth, infrared, nor Wi-Fi. You can’t also install applications or software and most especially you could not text! Only calls are allowed and that’s it.

Acer has unveiled its latest technology known as the AZ5700-U2112 All-in-One desktop. This all-in-one PC has 23-inch multi-touch-enabled screen, a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, 3.2 GHz Intel Core i5-650 processor, 4 GB RAM, a 1 TB hard drive, high definition audio support, built-in microscope and 5W stereo speakers, wireless mouse and keyboard. The system has also six USB ports all in all, two on the left side and four on the back. This gadget supports Acer’s own Touch Portal software and Windows 7 touch gestures. Aside from these specifications this said desktop has a smooth and clear video playback and offers quality images which makes it very impressive. Another impressive feature of this gadget is that it has space saving design that can integrates a PC and monitor into one, saving much needed space in a small dorm room or apartment. AZ5700-U2112 All-in-One desktop is now out in the market and you can avail it in Amazon for $994.21.

Acer has released some details on its newly launched Android Smartphone which has a huge 4.8 inch display in its latest Global Press Event held in New York City. This monster gadget has a resolution of 1024 x 480 pixels and it seems that this Acer Android device has the highest resolution, and according to Acer the display makes it “100% smartphone, 100% tablet”. Other leaked information regarding this latest technology includes 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, 21:9 Aspect Ratio, WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, 8 megapixel camera with a built in flash and autofocus, HSDPA support, JavaScript optimization, Adobe Flash Player 10.1 support, HDMI output, Dolby Mobile technology, and some handy mobile apps.

Recently we have seen the Tron-inspired LED wrist watch, now we have Tron-inspired gaming mouse from Razer. For only $100 you can get a  braided 7-foot USB cable mouse with 5600dpi 3.5g laser sensor for better mouse tracking and precision, Ultrapolling (1000Hz Polling / 1ms Response) and 7 hyperesponse buttons for a new gaming experience. The Razer Tron-Inspired gaming mouse has an ambidextrous design that makes it comfortable for both right and left-handed use and also has lighting and sound effects for added gaming features. As of now we didn’t find any information regarding the release date for this latest gadget .

What do you think is the common problem encountered by a geek or techie while traveling? For me it’s where we can charge our gadgets or handheld devices. Agree? Well, while looking for a latest gadget that can solve my problem I’ve found this Orca PowerStrap. It is a portable charger that can give our gadgets some juice to extend their operating time. It’s just need to be attached in our wrist and connected via USB port. Before using it, you need to charge it via USB from any power source e.g., laptop, USB wall charger, car lighter socket, therefore we can conclude that this portable charger is perfect for traveling geeks. Checking how much battery capacity left can also be seen with its four LED indicator.  The Orca PowerStrap has a price tag of $64.

Mavizon Technologies from Louisville, Kentucky has introduced their latest technology dubbed as Autobot. This said gadget offers control over your car via a smartphone. It also works with a Bluetooth OBD-II, provided that your car is newer than 1996 model and can “diagnose engine troubles, keep track of maintenance, and locate your car via GPS coordinates”. This latest gadget is very big help to lessen carnapping incidence because Autobot makes it easier to locate your car if it gets stolen, or you simply forgot where you parked your car. The device can also send messages to friends and family after a crash. This gadget also includes locking and unlocking doors, bringing up windows, checking up diagnostics, receiving oil change and tire rotation alerts.

Do you want to have a waterproof camera but you don’t have the money to buy one? Then check this latest digital camera case called Seashell SS2 universal waterproof camera case. This gadget is said to be the world’s first universal case that can be submerge to water and can fully support cameras with a lens located in the top left corner that has over 150 internal zoom.  It can be purchase for only £149.99 ($241) including VAT and comes with an accessory kit.