Nuance Communications Inc. has recently unveiled a new voice to text or diction that is available for iPhone users. All that is required of the user is to speak a message in the phone, and then hit send. I haven't tried it for myself, but generally, applications like this don't work as simple as companies would like you to think. Still, if it makes Twitter and Facebook … [Read more...] about Dragon Diction from Nuance Communications, Inc.

If you are looking for a new laptop for a gift for someone else (or for you) for the holidays, then you might want to check out the Dell Vostro V13. It has aluminum casing with zinc hinges, and it has an ultra-low voltage Intel processor. It measures about 13.3 inches and is at 0.65 inches thick. It comes with Windows 7 if you're willing to spend $600. Otherwise, … [Read more...] about Dell Vostro V13

Let's start with this one: an microwave oven that will show a YouTube video while you have something cooking. It's called the Castoven. Google has been up to some new tricks that are just plain cool. Check out Liquid Galaxy, taking Google Earth all over the world. If you think that is cool, wait until you see Google Goggles. For those who like biking and want to do … [Read more...] about Tech News for the Day, Tuesday, December 8, 2009

All I've got to say is: isn't this Lego mouse cute? Oh yeah, it is definitely twelve levels of cute, but is it comfortable on the hand? We'll you can try it out by spending $32 for this mouse with the left and right mouse buttons, a scroll wheel, and optical sensor. I don't know if it can work with other Lego blocks, but I'm guessing no. Source … [Read more...] about Lego Brick Mouse

Considering that Verizon is taking pot shots at AT&T for their spotty coverage, there is a free app available for iPhone users that addresses this issue. Essentially, if you encounter a dropped call, coverage gap, or other network problem, then you can contact "611" to attempt to resolve the issue. Of course, you have to be able to make a phone call where you are, right? … [Read more...] about Got a problem with AT&T? Talk to the app.

Start with something simple. Recon Instruments has some cool tech made for skiing. And underwater glider from Rutgers University has just crossed the Atlantic Ocean. Here's a weird one: a clock that can draw its own hands. Yeah, it's weird, it's cool, and creepy. For those that have elderly to take care of, you might want to consider MobileHelp. Bolt … [Read more...] about Tech News for the Day, Monday, December 7, 2009

Some people at Belgium's Hasselt University has designed the Twoddler, it is one of those activity boards with the spinning dials, bells, and whatnot that links to the baby's Twitter account. That's right, so when the baby hits something, it sends an automatic message. Now, can a baby communicate this way? Perhaps if they see a photo of a parent, and hit the photo, … [Read more...] about Twoddler prepares infants for Twitter

I think you may remember when I reported on the War between Verizon and AT&T. It is getting into epic Star Wars and Lord of the Rings scale. After the jump are two vids that show how bad it is getting. Keep in mind, that they are not the only commercials that are playing. … [Read more...] about AT&T Verizon War Continues

I don't know about you, but I use a lot of USB ports on my computer for charging. I suppose that this is why a company known as TruePower has created a power outlet with two USB ports along with the plug-ins. You won't be able to get this now, but it should be available in early 2010 from FastMac. Makes you wonder what is next as far as updates for the home. Source … [Read more...] about Sign of the Times: Power Outlet comes with two USB ports

I'll start it off with an awesome thing: a Pac-Man Watch. Here's something interesting: Gryphon Stealth Wingsuits. It's like parachutes, but better. LG has created a new display that has 3D and 1080p. This is the LM230WF4. ASUS has a new laptop coming out tomorrow in Japan called the UM30. This is a device design to prevent GPS theft called the Maplock. … [Read more...] about Tech News of the Day, Friday, December 4, 2009

Here is another solar gadget, and this one helps you for charging mobile devices. I had a chance to try out the SolarCharger 906, and it worked pretty well for charging some of the devices that I had. You can read my full review here. … [Read more...] about iTech’s SolarCharger 906

I know a lot of people complain about the accuracy of Wikipedia. Sure, you don't have to use it, but if you want to have a portable version of it, you might want to check out the WikiReader. The WikiReader isn't connected to the Internet or a cell phone network, but it has enough internal memory to hold 3 million entries. Anyway, if you want to read my review of it, … [Read more...] about WikiReader is a portable Wikipedia

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Let's start with this exciting development in prosthesis, the LifeHand. Yeah, that artificial hand that Luke (and his dad) had is almost reality. Those that love those games that use the Wii Balance Board, might enjoy the Friiboard. If you caught Monk a few weeks ago, then you might have caught a glimpse of the Sha-Poopie. Here's an interesting iPod and iPhone … [Read more...] about Tech News for the Day, Thursday, December 3, 2009

Okay, you know how I'm always about how technology should be used more in the church. I believe that there are limits to that. The same applies at the wedding altar. It probably isn't a good idea to update your marital status on Facebook during the ceremony. I suppose that it is funny, and the guy officiating the service had something funny to say about it. Normally … [Read more...] about Man updates his Facebook marital status during his marriage ceremony