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Archive for January, 2011

Femtoforum Works Toward Better Coverage For All

Posted by Alan Buckingham at 6:44 PM on January 26, 2011

If you live in a location where making a connection to your wireless provider is difficult then you may already have looked in something called a Femtocell.  If you aren’t familiar with that term then think of it as basically a booster for a cell signal.  Femtoforum is an organization that works to oversee the use of femto technology and to ensure standards are being met.

Our strategic goal is global recognition of femto technologies as the de facto solution for mobile coverage in the home and to drive worldwide take-up of such technologies.

Femtoforum representative Andy Germano takes a few minutes to to give an overview of how the technology is being used and where it is headed in the future.

Interview by Andy McCaskey of SDR News

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Quik Pod – Get Yourself in the Picture

Posted by Andrew at 6:40 PM on January 26, 2011

Jeffrey chats with Merrin of Quik Pod, getting a demonstration of their extendable handheld tripod, the Pro Plus. Basically, you put your digital camera on the end of a long stick, set the timer, hold it up in front of you and, click, you’ve taken a picture of yourself in front of a famous landmark.  No need to ask a stranger to take the picture only to find he’s chopped your head off.  Weighs in at 3 oz, so it’s perfect for travel. $29.95.

The latest version, the Quik Pod Mobile, extends this to smartphones such as the iPhone, with an adaptor gripping the smartphone. Attached to the tripod, the smartphone can be used for hands-free video calling or simply just watching video at a convenient angle. $29.95.

Also new, the Quik Pod DSLR extendable monopod is the big brother of the family, holding larger cameras up to 25 lb out to 53″. $49.95.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of The Geekazine Podcast.

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Fling an Analog Controller for the iPad

Posted by KL Tech Muse at 6:38 PM on January 26, 2011

Ten One Design introduced the Fling at CES 2011. If you like to play games on the Ipad but find the virtual joystick hard to maneuver, then the Fling maybe exactly what you are looking for. It is an analog joystick that is made out of flexible resin ,machined aluminum and two suction cups.

Start your favorite game and then place Fling over the virtual joystick. The suction pads will stick insuring that Fling does not move. Then just start playing your game, Fling will give you a direct response, allowing you better control and accuracy. The Fling is transparent so you don’t miss any of the action in the game. It will work even if you use a screen protector on the iPad. Great for games such as Meteor Blitz, Across Age, Super Mega Worm, along with a ton more. Once you are finished with the game, the Fling comes off your iPad easily and stores in its own micro fibre bag. The bag can also doubles as an iPad screen cleaner.

The response for the Fling has been so good that they are now selling a two pack for $29.95 and a single pack for $19.95. If you like to play games on your iPad, the Fling is a must have.

Interview by Esbjorn Larsen of MrNetcast.com

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Dexim: Charging Solutions for Your Iphone or Ipod

Posted by KL Tech Muse at 6:33 PM on January 26, 2011

Dexim offers several quality charging solutions for the iPhone and iPod. The P-Flip Foldable Solar Power which is a solar battery and dock. It allows you to charge and sync your iPhone or iPod using solar power. It takes about 15 hours of direct sunlight to do a full charge. You can also charge through the mini-USB cable that is included. The battery output 5VDC and has an input power of 5V 1000mA.

They also offers a P-flip Foldable Power which charges through the USB cable only and is a little smaller. Both the P-Flip Foldable Solar Power and the P-flip Foldable Power can extend talk time up to 8 hours, music up to 60 hours, video up to 15 hours and gaming up to 15 hours.

The Super Juice Power Case acts both as a case and a charger. It is made for iPhone 4 only. It extends talk time up to 6 hours, 40 hours for music, 10 hours for video. It has a 2000mAH lithium polymer battery. There is a micro-USB cable included which allows you to charge your phone without removing the case.

There is a built-in kickstand and an on/off switch included. If you are looking to save some energy at home you may want to take a look at the Visible Green Charge. When you are charging your iPhone or iPod a blue light flows through the charging cable.  As the charge reaches 65 percent the flow starts slowing down. When the iPhone  reaches a full charge the light flow stops and the charger shuts down. This can save up to 85 percent of the standby power, when your device is not charging. This is a fast and easy way to know when your device has finished charging and save some money while you are at it.

Interview by Tom Newman from Fogview

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Wicked Metal Jacket Gives Your iPhone a Roll Cage

Posted by Andrew at 6:29 PM on January 26, 2011

Jeffrey talks to Warren Roth, President of MSW Wireless about Wicked Metal Jackets, precision-machined aluminium iPhone and iPod Touch cases made in California, USA. It’s a full wraparound case that is screwed together (screwdriver included) in a range of different designs, including some for the ladies.  They’d also go great with leather and a Harley.

Available now for $49 and up.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of The Geekazine Podcast.

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Worth Avenue Group Insures Your Precious Toys

Posted by Andrew at 6:27 PM on January 26, 2011

Warning this interview contains scenes of extreme violence as Jeffrey takes a hammer to an unsuspecting laptop and iPod Touch to demonstrate the Worth Avenue Group‘s insurance policies for electronic devices.

Unusually, in addition to coverage for accidental damage, their policies also include protection for virus infestations under their vandalism clause. However, read the small print on the Group’s website to see if the product is suitable for you.

Prices vary according to the device being protected, but examples would be around $60 for an iPhone, $30 for a laptop.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of The Geekazine Podcast.

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Intel Builds the GPU into the CPU on Core

Posted by Andrew at 6:23 PM on January 26, 2011

Jeffrey Power talks to Mike Martin of Intel, which announced the incorporation of the Intel graphics processor (the GPU)  onto the CPU across the whole of the Core range (i3, i5, i7).

The stand at CES had an impressive artistic display showing off the power of the new Core processors, which you can see in the video.

Available now – look for the Intel kink (the yellow branding tag) on the packaging.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine.

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zBoost Signal Amplifier for Cell Phones

Posted by Alan Buckingham at 6:15 PM on January 26, 2011

zBoost, made by Wi-Ex, looks very similar to a WiFi router, but instead of broadcasting or repeating WiFi, it boosts a cell signal.  At CES they showed off a new model, called the Metro, which was made for urban dwellers. It can boost the signal in an apartment, but no so much that it allows all of your neighbors to jump on it as well.

There is also a multi-band model which covers all wireless providers.  Setting one up in your home is as easy as following the simple instructions.  zBoost products are available at most big-box electronics stores as well as online from such retailers as Amazon.  The Metro retails for $299 and other models prices vary.

Interview by Todd Cochrane of Geek News Central

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Posted by geeknews at 2:23 PM on January 26, 2011

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iGo Pico Pocket Projector

Posted by KL Tech Muse at 1:31 PM on January 26, 2011

Esbjorn Larsen talked to Heather from iGo at CES 2011 about the iGo Pico Pocket Projector. The iGo Pico Pocket Projector is small weighting only 5.6 oz. It dimensions is 4.6″ X 2.4 X 0.7 and can fit in the palm of your hand. It connects to your smart phone or flip camera by micro USB cable or mini HDMI. There is even a slot for a mini SD Card. You can project up to 10 ft at a resolution of 16 X 9. It has a built in speaker and audio out. It is a simple plug and play, connect the device and you are ready to project any video or picture that is on your smart phone or Flip camera. The judges at CES 2011 liked it so much they gave it an Innovation Design and Engineering Awards Honoree.
So the next time your somewhere and want to show something to a group, you don’t have to spend time finding a projector and getting it set up. Just pull out your iGo Pico Pocket Projector connect it and you are ready to go.

Heather of iGo also talked about the iGo KeyJuice for iPhone and iPod. This is a sleek compact charging device can be carried on a key chain. The cord folds up into the device. There is a full size USB 2.0 port which guarantees connection to any lap top, tablet or computer. The perfect charger for those on the go. Both the iGo KeyJuice and the iGo Pico Pocket Projector were award winners at CES 2011.

Interview by Esbjorn from MrNetcast.com

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