I have seen Archos come out with some interesting products, and some of their memorable ones are Android tablets which I have tired out. I believe that this is the first time for Archos, but they are going into the smartphone market. You can see the labels for what they are, but there are some similarities of unlocked 7.2Mbps HSPA 3G, dual SIM slots, Android, and 4GB of … [Read more...] about ARCHOS gets into the smartphone business with the 35 Carbon, 50 Platinum, and 53 Platinum
Tech Reviews
Acase Citta Slide-In Protective Case for the iPhone 5
Clearly there is a huge market for iPhone 5 covers and cases, and I usually try and report on the ones that are different. I have reported on the Lifeproof, Otterbox, and other iPhone 5 cases like the ones from SEIDO. Most of these cases are pretty ordinary, and snap on in two places. What makes the Acase Citta different is that it is the iPhone slides right in … [Read more...] about Acase Citta Slide-In Protective Case for the iPhone 5
Nanoblocks allow you to take control with an iPhone
I don't know if you are into Nanoblocks, but I believe that they are a small version of Lego blocks. I personally think that Lego needs to get in on some of this action. The Nanoblock method of control of Nanoblocks involves an iPhone. You will, of course, need an accompanying application on the iPhone application. You will need some nanoblocks and about $60 each … [Read more...] about Nanoblocks allow you to take control with an iPhone
Microsoft also working on a Smart Watch, and the Xbox team is handling it!
I think we all know that smart watches are probably going to be a new way of getting our notifications, and we have reported on the SmartFitty watch and how Apple is working on something. I have recently learned that Microsoft is under development of its own smart watch. To add fire to this rumor, Microsoft has apparently ordered many 1.5 inch displays. I have heard that … [Read more...] about Microsoft also working on a Smart Watch, and the Xbox team is handling it!
Check out this awesome BASE jumping stunt by Alexander Polli
Does anyone want to live a life like Alexander Polli? Man, this guy does some pretty interesting things like this BASE jumping stunt that you can see after the video. This stunt was at the Roca Foradada Mountains, and they have an arch there that this guy managed to "fly" through with his special suit. He jumped from a helicopter to start the flight, but I cannot imagine … [Read more...] about Check out this awesome BASE jumping stunt by Alexander Polli
A USB plug that can be done both ways
A few years ago at CES, I met someone who said that he had a USB plug that could be used both ways. Considering that I fail every time I plug in the USB cord into my computer, I think something like this is needed. The sad part is that I couldn't find out where to purchase this double-sided USB port, because it wasn't like I was stopping by a booth at CES. This guy was … [Read more...] about A USB plug that can be done both ways
Combimouse puts a mouse and keyboard in both hands
What you are seeing here is the Combimouse, which is essentially a way of making the keyboard and mouse all into one thing. The Combimouse is one of those Indiegogo projects, which means it needs your funding to make it real. Now, what you are seeing in the photo is what the Combimouse looked like a few years ago. You can watch a video the Combimouse on the Indiegogo … [Read more...] about Combimouse puts a mouse and keyboard in both hands
Turn your Samsung Galaxy phone into a tablet with PhonePad+
I believe that the purpose of this particular device, the PhonePad+, is to put your smartphone content on a tablet. Personally, I think something like this is a long time coming, but I would rather have it on my laptop. The PhonePad+ is quite interesting as it can take what is on an Android phone and put it on a 10.1 inch touchscreen. Granted, it is only designed to work … [Read more...] about Turn your Samsung Galaxy phone into a tablet with PhonePad+
Two new videos to show how cool the Oculus Rift is
I'm not certain how familiar you are with the Oculus Rift, but it is essentially a wearable headset that good for all the VR games that we were promised in the nineties. Yeah, it is a Virtual Boy without all the monochromatic red and black. The Oculus Rift was a Kickstarter project, and I heard that it was on display at CES, but I never did get a chance to see it in … [Read more...] about Two new videos to show how cool the Oculus Rift is
Scosche boomBOTTLE
What you are seeing here is the boomBOTTLE from Scosche. Just so you know, this is not a speaker that you can drink out of. At least not yet, you can use the Dubstein for that. It is a Bluetooth speaker that is designed to fit perfectly in that place for a waterbottle on your bike. The boomBOTTLE is a set of 40 mm speakers with a passive subwoofer, and the music will … [Read more...] about Scosche boomBOTTLE
Hands on with the HomeMonitor from Y-Cam
If you are ever in the need of another camera in your house for security reasons, or perhaps a baby monitor, you should consider the HomeMonitor from Y-Cam. The HomeMonitor is easy to set up. All you need to do is just connect it to your router with the included cable. Then just go to a computer and configure it using your Wi-Fi network, and you can even unplug it from … [Read more...] about Hands on with the HomeMonitor from Y-Cam
Tarot is the world’s smallest smartphone battery charger
I have seen some pretty small mobile phone battery chargers before, and the smallest has been the one by Devotec which is a little larger than a quarter. I believe the Devotec one is a Kickstarter project, but the Tarot is available now. The Tarot, which I can only assume is named after the cards, is about the size of a credit card. It is somewhat thick at 0.28, which is … [Read more...] about Tarot is the world’s smallest smartphone battery charger
ibenX GamePad is Android powered
I'm pretty certain that the Nintendo DS and the Playstation Vita dominate the portable console market, and let's not forget about how tablets and smartphones have started their own touchscreen gaming revolution. It would appear that another portable gaming console has entered the mix with the ibenX GamePad. The ibenX GamePad is designed for Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), which … [Read more...] about ibenX GamePad is Android powered
Speculative Fiction Friday: Big Fish, and why we need to be more open-minded
Just to be clear, calling the film Big Fish science-fiction, fantasy, or any type of speculative fiction is an insult. The problem is, we always have to put some genre label on a film. I personally know people who won't watch anything with a Sci-Fi/Fantasy label, and they would be sadly missing out on Big Fish. Big Fish is sort of a departure for director Tim Burton, who … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: Big Fish, and why we need to be more open-minded
Sonic Alert Sonic-connect 2 is another method of notification
Some of you might remember when I reported on that EMBRACE+ Kickstarter project with those bracelets that flash when receiving an e-mail. I had a chance to try out the Sonic-Connect 2, which takes the concept of flashing notification on a less portable level. Simply put, the Sonic-Connect 2 plugs into a USB port on your computer and will inform you if you receive e-mails, … [Read more...] about Sonic Alert Sonic-connect 2 is another method of notification