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Contrivance Screen Decal Helps You Remain Equipped

admin — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:41:30 +0000

Forgetting a digital camera on a hot night out can be potentially devastating. To help you stay connected with all you gad gets and such, a new wall decal has emerged to keep you and your gear in check.

I kinda wish ther e was more decals to choose from and mix and match. Especially for those who smoke things. What about condoms too?

The vinyl decal can be applied to any smooth surface and is available now in a variety of colors. $25 gets you this item.

[via Unplggd]

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Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 Unlocked Phone – $400 Shipped

admin — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:55:46 +0000

Amazon has the Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 Unlocked Phone for $399.99 + free shipping = $399.99 shipped! That’s an unlocked phone folks, which means no carrier contract. It has a 3G connectivity, 3.2mp camera, WiFi, GPS, Bluetooth, microSD card slot and a 20 day standby time.

Note: you mi ght have to look under more buying choices to get this deal

LG eXpo Smartphone With Pico Projector Is Too Much Phone For Me

admin — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 23:51:33 +0000

W hile I hardly think the LG GW820 eXpo will sell like gang busters, it versatile and wi de ranging feature set is certainly something to write about. The Windows Mobile 6.5 smartphone will not only sport a slide out QWERTY keyboard and 1Ghz processor, but will offer an optional add-on Pico projector that can produce an image up to 40-inches in size. Outside of tha t you can expect a 3.2-inch 800400 touchscreen, 3G connectivity, 5 megapixel camera, Bluetooth 2.1, GPS, FM radio, WiFi and accelerometer. There’s no official word on when the eXpo will be available, but I’m hearing December 7th for $200 after a 2-year and mail-in-rebate.

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Waze’s “Way Goodies” Makes A Amusement Of GPS Betterment

admin — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 07:51:45 +0000

You may not have heard of a Waze lately, but it’s a GPS application that started out as an Android only app, but quickly expanded to iPhones, WinMo and Symbian, and all for free besides.

Well, recently, Waze changed just a bit by turning itself into a kind of mobile game. Called “Road Goodies”, it essentially operates like a giant g ame of Pac-Man for your GPS. You control your character on a field that looks a lot like a map of your immediate a rea, and you move your character outward, gobbling up icons for points.

Not only is this app actually a good shot of Pac-Man-esque fun, it’s als o a good deed. See, those icons that you’re gobbling up for points represent a map problem spot, and when you play the game and much the icons, you’re helping Waze improve its mapping.

Better, there’s word that Waze will be holding a “Holiday High Points Challenge” to recognize high scorers, and future ve rsions of the game wi ll not only change icons on a seasonal basis but also offer “surprise filled treasure chests”.

Game and improve a GPS app? Sounds like a plan to me!

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iSkin Alone FX Survey

admin — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:38:59 +0000

Finding an iPhone case that’s attractive and utilitarian isn’t always easy. It is now. The iSkin Solo FX is a totally swank iPhone case that will have onlookers gawking uncontrollably at what they think is an absolutely unknown phone.

Compatible with the iPhone 3G and 3Gs, the Solo FX is a two part ultra-thin compact case that feels great in your hand as well as in your pocket. The protective film that covers the front of the iPhone is a chromed out mirror that adds a super sweet aesthetic to your phone that you have definitely never seen before.

It’s touch screen friendly so you’ll have no problem accessing the controls like you normally would. Se eing through the mirro r looks pretty cool on most occasions, but you will notice some extra glare. You will find a slight bit of resistance between the screen cover and your finger but it’s nothing you won’t be able to instantly adjust to.

The mirr or screen collects s mudges like it ain’t nobody’s business but it wipes clean just like the iPhone does . So far I’ve accumulated some scratches on the face of the mirror but nothing that takes away from the shine or polish of this radiant accessory.

The case itself has a sticky but not too sticky plastic resin that really feels nice to hold and s tays firm in a pair of je ans. The weight of the ca se is fairly light and doesn’t add muc h bulk to your iPh one which is always a welcome feature among protective cases. There’s a circular pattern embedded on the backside to add some visual flair and will sort of remind you of those jelly bracelets and shoes the kids used to wear.

Through taking the case on and off of my phone several times, the elasticity held up much better than the InCase ones from a few years back. The button ports didn’t always match up exactly but no big deal.

What I did find was that some of the controls were difficult to access through the plastic case. The power button and the volume controls are covered really tight by the ca se and required a concerted effort to activate. Pr obably the biggest drawback to the case because you really have to concentrate to press these buttons, and it can get annoying.

The ca se isnR 17;t at all “dockable” so for those of you who swear by that scenario be warned. Other than that, this case has been a huge surprise as I had no idea how cool it would be. Tons of people commented “What is that”, or “Is that your iPhone?”, and it got a lot of positive attention.

From watching your back, to checking you r grill piece at the club, the Solo FX is a must check out if not must buy iPhone accessory. While you may find it a bit pricey ($35), you really won’t want a new case after you tote this thing around for a while.

Pros:

Absolutely pimp aestheticEasy upkeepFeels great and is lightweight

Cons:

Buttons hard to pressCollects grime and smudgesMirror film retains scratches

Buy it here for $35!

Samsung Omnia Start off Time And Charge Announced

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:07:39 +0000

Verizon Wireless will launch the Samsung Omnia II on December 2nd. Sign a 2-year contract and you can nab it for $199.99 after a $ 100 mail-in-rebate. Specs include a 3.7-inch AMOLED touchscreen, 5 megapixel camera, Win Mo 6.5, WiFi, 8GB flash storage, 3G connectivity and microSD card slot. Hold out a few weeks and you’ll see a price drop from other vendors.

iPhone Screen Wharf Done DLO Type

admin — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:10:55 +0000

Wall docks can be pretty convenient placed around the house or us ed for travel purposes. Today’s wall dock is from DLO and it sports a clutter free design compatible with the full range of iPods and iPhones.

The wall charger also has a higher output so it effectively takes less time to charge your device. On sale now for $25

[via TheGadgeteer]

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D3O Contrivance Cases Proffer Unbelievable Startle Opposition

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:59:15 +0000

You may remember reading here, back in March, about the D3O protective plasticine goo being used in soldiers’ helmets, but now it’s got a more mundane use–as a gadget protector.

Parent company Tech21 recent ly launched a wide array of smartphone and laptop cases that off er between, get this, “140 and 221 percent more protection for a mobile device or laptop than existing case s can”.

See, D3O is a strange sort of chemically engineered, enhanced Silly Putty of sorts that, when you pull it ap art slowly, stretches much like Silly Putty would. But if you jolt it abruptly, it hardens and becomes rigid, offering a shock absorption capability for relatively low space.

D3O cases are now available, and cost between twenty eight and fifty bucks depending on where you shop and what sizes you get.

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Contrivance Recycling Fad Continues Unabated-Now It’s Sears’ Rotate

admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:22:21 +0000

So the gadget recycling program, which usually offers credit on new gadgets purchased in the process, is continuing on. Maybe you’ve been interested but haven’t been able to find a location near you handling it.

That’s okay, because now it’s got a new ally in Sears. They’ll take gadgets in twenty different categories,and pretty much the only caveat is that it has to actually work. You can send them nonworking equipment, which they’ll recycle for you at no cost, but you won’t get any credit for it.

The process is actually pretty simple–here’s the word from Sears’ own press release:

1. Visit www.sears.gazelle.com.
2. Get an offer on electronics by answering a few quick questions.
3. Ship items. Shipping is free and many customers will also qualify for a free shipping box.
4. The customer receives a Sears gift card in the mail for the total value of their items. As a special holiday promotion, through Dec. 31, 2009, participants will receive an additional 5 percent of the value of their trade-in, added to their Sears gift card.

So if you’ve got some old hardware sitting around that you want to trade in, or if you’re looking for a quick way to get a little extra holiday shopping cash, then head on over to Sears and get the credit you need, while emptying your house of clutter.

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Nokia N900 At present Shipping

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:46:08 +0000

A tad behind schedule, but never the less the Nokia N900 has begun to ship to customers throughout the world. We’ve already got a brief hands on with the phone and I’m just hoping that they fixed some of the lag problems we saw at CTIA San Diego (videos after the ‘leap’).

If you haven’t, you can order one from Nokia’s online store for $649.