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Friday, September 5, 2008

“This is your life” on the Experience Recorder


Some day, we will have a device implanted onto our minds that will automatically record everything that we experience. All of these memories will be instantly uploaded onto bigger computers, and we can edit out all the unsavory parts for some quick blogging. That way, when we die, our life experience will remain online somewhere.

I know that sounds like a plot of a science fiction novel that takes place in either a utopian or dystopian society, but the Experience Recorder is a conceptual device that could easily make this concept a reality.

The Experience Recorder fits snugly onto a user’s hand, and then will record sounds, take pictures, and somehow file away touch sensations. All of this is just on the automatic setting. On the manual setting, the user can hold up the gloved hand and take video footage, using their own fingers as a sight guide.

Everything recorded can be uploaded to social networking sites, and this is truly ideal for Twitter, the site that wants to know exactly “what you’re doing now”. Perhaps future developments will allow you to play your experience back on some Total Recall virtual reality machine for someone else to experience.

Unfortunately, this is all in the concept stage, but I have included a YouTube video if you want to see more on the Experience Recorder.


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Di Vapor Cosmo luxury TV bath


I know that some of us relax by watching the TV, so why not kill two birds with one stone while lounging about in the Di Vapor Cosmo luxury TV bath?

Di Vapor now provide this single person luxury TV bath that will make you the envy of all your friends! The unit enjoys adjustable air and water massage jets along with a 17 inch touch-sensitive LCD TV with video input meaning you can watch anything from a DVD to Sky or cable while soaking away stress and aches in the comfort of your own home.

Of course, what’s the point of relaxing in this without soothing extras such as aromatherapy oils? A pack of six will set you back by another Only £49.95 in addition to the £2,495 you have to fork out for the Cosmo.

The Bloody Hand and Foot Wrist Rest


The thought of getting carpal tunnel is a terrifying one if you spend a large amount of time on the computer.  Therefore products that help prevent it become extremely necessary to prevent this from happening.  Well now you can pick up a set of two severed body parts to make sure your wrist stays well cushioned.  The foot looks a little more awkward to use, since it looks like it could be easily knocked over.  Yet, does it really matter as long as you have your fake squishy body parts to rest your wrist on?

The hand looks easy enough to use and you could always lay the foot out at different angles.  I’m sure it would get you some odd looks from your coworkers at least.  These of course come from the infamous Brando.  The wrist rests can also be sold in wholesale if you want just a giant box of body parts lying around in your apartment for Halloween.  Which of course, everyone does.  To pick up the set of two it will cost you $17.90.

Source: Geekologie

Sanyo Xacti E2 waterproof camcorder

Remember Sanyo’s waterproof Xacti E1 camcorder that was released not too long ago? This time round, the company has released a second generation model - the Xacti E2. I would assume if you lead a relatively active lifestyle, whether during the winter or summer, the Xacti E2 would be extremely convenient since it is able to function well even when underwater up to 5 feet, with a maximum underwater shelf life of an hour before it sleeps with the fishes. Of course, the Xacti E2 also works great when you go skiing or snowboarding, in addition to other water based stops like snorkeling, surfing and water-skiing.

The Xacti E2 can function even when one of your hands are occupied, making it the perfect device when it comes to shooting casual yet important videos. You will be able to choose from brilliant blue or pearlescent white for $399.99 a pop. The E2 will capture MPEG-4 video that uses state-of-the-art AVC/H.264 recording. It supports the SDHC memory card format, where an 8GB SDHC card is able to store up to 8 hours of full motion video or 2,000 still images at 8 megapixels each. Other features include :-

  • Waterproof: submersible to a depth of five feet for 60 minutes
  • Shoots high-quality video (advanced MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 at 640 x 480 pixels)
  • Smooth movie recording and playback with 60 fps
  • Takes 8-megapixel stills (JPEG format)
  • Records onto an SD memory card or high-capacity SDHC card
  • Bright, 2.5″ LCD color display flips out and rotates for easy viewing
  • 5x optical zoom for great close-ups
  • Anti-shake digital image stabilizer
  • Easy, one-handed operation
  • Photo and Video Face Chaser technology uses a proprietary Sanyo algorithm to compensate for distracting up-and-down or side-to-side camera movement, keeping your subject steady and easy to follow
  • Sequential Shooting allows high-speed continuous shooting at 5 frames per second (for up to 10 frames) in [2M] mode so you won’t miss that perfect shot. Continuous shooting at 1 frame per second (for up to 10 frames) is available in [8M] mode
  • CMOS sensor: an advanced 8.0-megapixel (total) CMOS image sensor allows the E2 to capture high-resolution, 8-megapixel still images in addition to recording high-quality digital videos
  • New underwater scene mode available in scene selection menu, making colors more true and clear
  • While recording video, 8-megapixel still images may also be taken simultaneously
  • Easy video sharing: Video recording employs highly efficient MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression. This keeps high-quality files small, so you can upload videos to websites and blogs or share them via podcasts or online social networks
  • “Quick stand-by” makes it possible to start recording or playback immediately after the monitor is flipped open
  • Bundled with ‘Adobe Premiere Elements 4.0′ for movie editing and original DVD authoring
  • Dimensions: 2.8″ x 4.4″ x 1.6″
  • Weight: 9.1 oz.

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Pimped Toyota Prius



Classe’s Garage in Sweden has pimped the Toyota Prius into an orange monster. It boasts 15 LCD screens and 4400 watt stereo which is going to wake all your neighbors up from sleep. 
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Philips CinemaOne Home Theatre


Philips CinemaOne has been claimed as one of the smallest complete home entertainment centres in the world. It comes complete with DVD and CD player, an iPod dock, a four channel amplifier and a subwoofer all in a single stylish box which measure about the size of football. Available this month at £320.

[via TechFresh]

EcoJohn Sr Toilet



Toilet bowl goes high tech today, the self-contained and waterless toilet ‘EcoJohn Sr Toilet’ uses an incineration (burning) process to reduce waste into white ash. It still works similarly as standard toilet bowl. Just that, after finishing your business, you close the lid and the waste will be carried away to a burn chamber – that’s the place where the shit cremated to ashes. And no worry, smoke will be filtered, through a catalytic converter before being released into the air to be sure that it don’t form any pollution.

I wondered if they filtered the smells of BBQ poop.

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[via TechFresh]

Sharp Aquos D65U LCD TV



Sharp has announced their latest North American LCD TV, the D65U series of LCD HDTV’s. It features:

• Native 1080p resolution
• 42″ to 52″ sizes
• Energy Star-compliant
• Active backlight and contrast controls
• Sharp’s Advanced Super View and Black TFT Panel technologies
• 176-degrees viewing angle
• Five HDMI ports
• Two composite inputs
• One S-video, PC-in, and RS-232C

There will be 42, 46 and 52 inches available and will priced at $1600, $1900 and $2400 respectively in October.

[via New Launches]

Motorola’s MOTOJEWEL



Motorola has released a mid-range clamshell in UK, called the MOTOJEWEL. It is a fashion phone targeting on ladies, has a 3D crystal-cut design and mirror finish which is perfect for girls. .

This girlish phone comes with the one-touch access to music library and pauses music as calls come through, 2.0-megapixel camera, CrystalTalk technology, stereo Bluetooth wireless and support Microsoft Windows Media Player 11.

“MOTOJEWEL combines fashion-forward trends with the latest in premium mobile design and inventive controls to deliver a unique and mesmerising mobile experience,” said Andrew Morley, VP Marketing, Mobile Devices, Motorola.

The MOTOJEWEL will be available exclusively at Carphone Warehouse for a limited period starting November 2008.

[via Slashphone]

Calculator Spy Camera with Wireless Receiver





     






A new and improved model of spy camera that  includes a wireless 2.4-inch LCD receiver has now been released.

This working calculator has a subtle camera on the side for quietly viewing and recording all your important conversations. The color video is recorded with audio in digital format by the included reciever so that you can view on the portable recorders LCD screen or connect to your computer for easier viewing and management of all your recordings. The wireless recorder is small enough to fit into a pocket if needed for use on the road. 

Highlighted Features:

  • Video Receiver/Recorder has additional productivity functions
  • SD card use allows you to record multiple interview sessions on the road without your computer
  • Video Capture Resolution: 320×240
  • FPS (Frames per Second): 25fps
  • Audio Record Format: 4bit WMA
  • Viewing Format: AVI, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, VOB, DAT, ASF
  • Music Format: MP3, WMA, OGG, AC3
  • Picture Format: JPEG
  • Memory: 128MB
  • External Memory: 2GB
  • Display: 2.4 Inch LCD
  • Video Capture Format: ASF
  • Transmission Range: 15 meters line of sight
  • Built In Microphone: Max Audio Range 4 Meters
  • Earphone Jack: standard 3.5mm
  • Output of Built In Speaker: 20mW
  • Slots: AV OUT, AV IN, USB, DC5v
  • Videocamera Power Source: Internal rechargeable Li-ion battery (Approx 45 minutes operating time)
  • Calculator Power Source: 1x AA battery

The Calculator Videocamera - Ultimate Wireless Office Surveillance is available over at the Chinavision website for 134 EUR (about $191 USD).

(Via Geeky Gadgets)


Multimedia Backpack by Kata



This multimedia backpack from the professional outfitter Kata allows you to carry your precious gadgets “as safely, protected, and comfortably as the professionals do.”

The top and bottom of the backpack are separated by a removable divider and can be opened individually. The divider is easily removed should you need the full height of the backpack. The separate zip-pocket safely holds your 12 inch laptop in place. The side zip-pocket has a practical cable outlet so you can listen to music on the go

 The tear-resistant outer fabric, the elastic specialty foam padding in the middle, and the soft inner lining perfectly protect your equipment against impacts and the weather. Rubber bumpers on the side provide additional protection. Splash water resistant. With soft, padded shoulder straps and sturdy two-way zippers.

The Kata Multimedia Backpack measures 30 x 15 x 45cm (12 x 6 x 17 3⁄4in) and weighs 1000g (2.2 lbs). You can get it from Pro-Idee for £94.50 (about $167 USD).

(The Red Ferret Journal via The Design Blog via Likecool via Ubergizmo via Prylfeber)

Cross Necklace MP3 Player



Here we have yet another alternative to those three cross-shaped audio devices that were listed in last year’s MP3 Players for Gods Sake entry here at GeekAlerts.
It can be controlled by just touching the surface. Just plug in the earphone, it will switch on automatically. Lightweight, portable, and convenient to use.

Specifications:

  • Internal memory: 1GB
  • USB connector: for data transferring or charging
  • Charging time: 1.5 to 2 hours for first time
  • Pull out the earphone before charging
  • Charging LED indicator
  • Volume- / Previous: Long touch to decrease the volume / Short touch to play the last song
  • Volume+ / Next: Long touch to increase the volume / Short touch to play the next song
  • Support music format: MP3 / WMA
  • SNR: 90dB
  • Size: 46*27*7mm
  • Weight: 15g

The Cross Necklace MP3 Player is yours for $26.90 from the gadget4all.com website.