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Zypad WL 1000: a wearable wrist computer
Get one and pretend you're from the future 29 June 2007 8:53 GMT TweetThe Zypad is an actual product, not a prototype, designed for emergency-service type professionals.
"The Zypad WL 1000 is a wrist-wearable computer flexibly designed to give the user instant access to computing capabilities ... Featuring... -
Nokia offering Nseries photo printing service
First ten prints free 29 June 2007 8:15 GMT TweetNokia has launched a mobile printing service in Europe. The new service enables Nseries users to order prints directly from their phones and have them delivered to their home.
"Remember when you had to drag yourself to the store to have your... -
Sony Ericsson in no more smartphone firmware updates anger
Freezes updates for P990i, M600i and W950 29 June 2007 8:04 GMT TweetSony Ericsson has angered existing smartphone owners over a recent decision to freeze firmware updates for the P990i smartphone, M600i communicator and W950 music phone.
Sony Ericsson's head of product management, Niklas Sivander, confirmed... -
HTC launches P6300 Windows Mobile PDA
One for the professionals 28 June 2007 18:30 GMT TweetHTC has announced the launch of the new P6300 PDA device for the business market.
Actually the same model as the previously launched Xda Argon which was only available on O2, the P6300 is a tri-band GSM/GPRS handset, and has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth... -
iStyles' Nintendo Wii vinyl skins - decorate your fave console
Make your Wii less ... white 28 June 2007 17:50 GMT TweetiStyles has a ma-who-sive range of skins for you Nintendo Wii, and matching mini-skins for your Wiimote and Nunchuck.
Ideal to cover any dents, scratches, marks from over zealous Wii-action.
Wii skins are $14.99, matching Nunchuk/Wiimote... -
Japanese get clothes with built-in air con for summer
Shirts'n'trews with dual fans 28 June 2007 17:32 GMT TweetKuchofuku has launched a range of clothing complete with dual fans that keep the wearer in air-conned coolness.
The range includes shirts, jackets and pants (we assume pants-as-in-trousers rather than pants-as-in-Y-fronts with built-in air... -
Always-On Millipod Micro tripod for compact digi-cams
Thin, metal fold-out tripod clamps to base of camera 28 June 2007 17:03 GMT TweetMade Products have designed an always-on micro tripod for compact cameras as well as a cape, sorry, we mean Wrap-Up Case.
The Millipod Micro Tripod attaches to your camera via the tripod socket and can be folded out when needed for timer... -
Panasonic due to launch new digital cameras in July
Consumer-level digital SLR among them? 28 June 2007 16:04 GMT TweetPanasonic will be launching some new digital cameras and high def video cameras on July 17 at a press event in New York.
This much is revealed on the invitation that was sent out to relevant American journalists, but exactly what the cameras... -
Geek apparel - LED scrolling message Belt Buckle
Solar texus 28 June 2007 15:35 GMT TweetThis battery-powered belt buckle can store up to six messages that will scroll across the screen at speeds that you can determine.
The first message can be up to 512 characters (which could mean someone staring at your midriff for some time)... -
Survey alert: Over 55s are most enthusiastic computer users
Grandpa's hogging the poopa again 28 June 2007 15:22 GMT TweetA survey of UK computing habits has revealed that the over 55s are the UK's most frequent home computer users, with 95% using their home computer every day.
In addition, 77% of this age group go online more than once a day with 76% of respondents... -
Playboy offers free iPlayboy iPhone content
"The next best thing to having Playmates on speed dial" 28 June 2007 14:01 GMT TweetWe are holding off on iPhone stories as the hype is getting too much now, even for red-blooded gadget lovers, but we thought you might want to hear this one...
Playboy.com is celebrating the launch of the iPhone with "iPlayboy" a collection... -
iHome's iPod speaker for push bikes
Pedal with your 'pod 28 June 2007 13:37 GMT TweetiHome's new Bike to Beach iH85B is a tough water-resistant iPod speaker case that clamps to your bike frame.
You can then control your tuneage via the wireless handlebar-mounted remote control.
When you've cycled to your destination,... -
Korean iNavi G1 combines GPS with Karaoke
"I drove all niiiight" 28 June 2007 13:23 GMT TweetAs NaviGadget point out, this will almost certainly never be launched outside of the Korean market, but that doesn't mean we can't marvel at its converged craziness.
Like most Korean satnavs, this boasts a DMB TV receiver, and yes, Koreans... -
G-Tech Revolution iPod Speaker Backpack
Backpack with earphone jack 28 June 2007 13:06 GMT TweetThis backpack has more to it than the odd 80s-style squiggle graphics that initially meet your eye.
Not only can you plug in your iPod, control it via the five button fabric panel and listen via earphones, but thanks to the NXT internal... -
Sega Toys launches robo-dog, looks rubbish
Doggy doo 28 June 2007 12:35 GMT TweetSega Toys has launched a robotic dog called the Mio.
The product info is all in Japanese (and it looks so rubbish we couldn't even be bothered to get Google to do a comedy translation) so it's hard to say if this is going to be "ruff", but... -
New RealPlayer available to download now
One-click-video-download-tastic 28 June 2007 12:09 GMT TweetWe've already told you all about RealNetworks' new RealPlayer so we thought you'd like to know that it is now available in the UK for free download.
Just to recap – this new version gives you a one application solution to record and download... -
TalkTalk Online Backup, what cost peace of mind?
From £3.99 a month actually 28 June 2007 11:56 GMT TweetTalkTalk, the communications company from The Carphone Warehouse, is launching TalkTalk Online Backup, a simple, secure way for customers to backup and retrieve photos and documents stored on their computer.
This means through TalkTalk... -
Evoluent VerticalMouse is extra ergonomic
As used by UC Berkeley brainiacs 28 June 2007 11:43 GMT TweetAlthough this might look impractical at first, be assured that the shape will reduce pain'n'strain from twisting your forearm – something that is apparently unavoidable with normal meece.
To further convince any sceptics, the USB Vertical... -
3rd-i security camera sends text alerts and video to your mobile phone
Affordable and easy way to keep an eye on your pad 28 June 2007 10:49 GMT TweetThe 3rd-i mobile security camera is a triband GPRS camera with SIM that hooks up with your mobile phone to give you almost instant visual access to any disturbance.
The camera is wireless and is quick and easy to self-install. Once installed,... -
Google Desktop now available for Linux users
Goobuntu 28 June 2007 10:35 GMT TweetGoogle has quietly announced, via the official Google Blog, that Google Deskop is now available for Linux users.
Google Desktop for Linux, like the versions for PCs and Macs, makes searching your computer as easy as searching the web with... -
Cambridge Audio introduces Azur 540D V2 DVD player
"Unsurpassed" upscaling for sub 50-inch tellies 28 June 2007 10:21 GMT TweetCambridge Audio has introduced the Azur 540D V2 DVD player which boasts HDMI connectivity and upscaling technology.
The 540D uses a highly evolved DVD chipset and proprietary Phased Lock Loop (PLL) system which produces incredibly low jitter.... -
Pentax launches K100D Super digital SLR camera
Is it the same black cat or a different one? Pentax ever so slightly tweaks the K100D 28 June 2007 9:30 GMT TweetPentax has launched an update to its entry-level digital camera - The Pentax K100D digtal SLR.
Adding the word "Super" to the 6.1 megapixel camera, the company says that the new camera is based on the Pentax K100D, and after a quick glance... -
MySpace launches MySpace TV to rival YouTube
While YouTube works on social networking bits to rival MySpace 28 June 2007 9:19 GMT TweetInstead of just the ability to add clips to your MySpace page, MySpace are introducing a fully-fledged video service.
Called MySpace TV, the new channel will be available to anyone, not just members, to view on a separate URL and is hoped... -
The USB webcam that's shaped like an Oscar
"I'd like to thank my agent" 28 June 2007 8:20 GMT TweetPractice that acceptance speech with this slightly dubious Oscar-shaped webcam.
Mind the USB connection if it turns into a blub fest though – water and electricity don't mix.
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BT launches a customer credit card and discount scheme
Will supposedly save you money on your phone bill 27 June 2007 18:22 GMT TweetBranching out into the murky world of personal finance, BT has launched the new BT Credit Card for BT customers.
In association with MBNA, the card offers a loyalty-points type reward scheme that could see reductions from your BT bill.
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New HTC Ice Cream Sandwich device pictures leak Another one for the rumour pile...
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LG Miracle picture and details leak Update: More pictures from the wild
Google home entertainment device detailed WSJ solves device mystery
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) pictures and hands-on Up close with the ICS tablet
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