Origami -first power folding stroller

by vinayak mathur

Check out the Origami – most of the time, first time parents find that going out with a little baby in tow is not an easy task at all, as one needs to figure out all the possible eventualities, and bring along enough provisions. Well, setting up a standard stroller could prove challenging, especially when you are already carrying a couple of bags across your shoulders. Well, the Origami might be able to solve whatever problems you have in terms of being too bulky – as it is the first power folding stroller of its kind in the world.

4 moms has developed this particular power-folding stroller, where all it takes is a single touch of the button to fold itself. It is also self-charging for that added bit of independence, since generators located in the rear wheels will juice up the Origami whenever you start to walk – or in the case of a stroller, one would naturally stroll. There are also daytime running lights which ensure you and your baby will be able to see what’s going on ahead, as the pathway lights that are located under the stroller will turn on automatically in low-light conditions. Embedded sensors will know whether a child is in the seat, so that it won’t fold itself by accident. All details from the thermometer, speedometer, odometer, tripometer and lifetime tripometer will be displayed on the LCD dashboard. The asking price is definitely not cheap though at $849.99 a pop.

Street View is now available in Russia

by vinayak mathur

Google unveiled on Wednesday a Russian version of the popular Street View service that features panoramic views of Moscow and St.Petersburg streets, Google’s product manager, Boris Khvostichenko, said.

The Russian Street View contains panoramic pictures of Moscow and St.Petersburg and several photographs of architectural monuments in Kazan, the capital of Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan.

Google is planning to create full photo coverage of Russian streets but has not specify the exact dates, Khvostichenko said, adding that the company is unlikely to retake photos if there are changes in the surroundings in the future.

It is more efficient for Google to make new photos of the cities from time to time instead of retaking separate photos of the streets, Khvostichenko said.

Google smudges people’s faces and car registration numbers on the photos because the laws in many countries forbid publishing of pictures that may to some extent intrude on individual privacy.

Beam Brush monitors your Oral hygiene

by vinayak mathur

Thanks to the new Beam Brush, you may never skip brushing your teeth before bedtime again. The is the first toothbrush that monitors your dental hygiene and routines with a Bluetooth connection to your smartphone. It will remind you if you skipped a brush.

The first version of the toothbrush will keep score of how long you have been brushing. It uses a sensors that detects the scubbing of your teeth. The iOS and Android apps gives a visual time of two minutes for brushing your teeth. Later versions will keep track of the parts of your mouth that have been brushed and reminding you which areas need more attentions. The compiled data lets you watch your brushing habits over time . The data can be useful to your dentist. This Beam Brush will be on sale next month for about $50.00.

So let me get this straight. You can pay $50.00 to be nagged about your dental hygiene? What else is coming down the line? Will there be an electronic monitor that keeps tracks of every bite we eat and everything we drink? I think the Beam Brush is a door possibly inviting all sorts of intrusions inside our lives. This Beam Brush could be a kind of trial balloon for future intrusions.

Metal Gear Solid Online Shutting Down In June

by vinayak mathur

It’s never a good sign when the first time you think about an MMO in years is when you hear about its impending demise. No doubt the online spin-off of Hideo Kojima’s celebrated franchise has a vibrant and passionate community. I wouldn’t know, I haven’t played it. But surviving for a full four years in what has for a long time been the most one-sided genre in videogames is to be commended, as is a graceful exit.

Konami will be pulling the plug June 12th, with the MGO Online shop closing March 21st. Content from the store will be offered free of charge from April 24th onward, but will also bar the creation of new accounts. If it helps, think of it as development resources diverted towards the inevitable Metal Gear Solid 5.

Time Warner Cable streaming to Android soon

by vinayak mathur

Time Warner Cable have announced that they’ll be streaming content to Android devices starting at the end of March 2012. This service was announced in a very low-key Twitter update by Time Warner Cable’s own Director of Digital Communication in New York City, Jeff Simmermon. The move to Android for streaming content will come via the most updated version of the Google mobile operating system software Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

 

This isn’t the first time we’ve ventured into streaming television on the mobile platform, and it certainly isn’t the last. Android and iOS have both had access in the past to single episodes of programs via streaming services such as TV.com and everyone’s favorites Netflix and Ustream, not to mention YouTube. T-Mobile has a streaming content service offered on many of their smartphones, Windows Phone included as well. Check out our review of the Nokia Lumia 710 for one example of a T-Mobile device with their streaming television app and service.

The Time Warner Cable service is likely to take shape in a new application that will stream their channels through a pay service. The update comes from @jeffTWC who says that the update date is “VERY loose” so we shouldn’t be surprised if there isn’t a brand new Time Warner Cable app at the end of next month.

Meanwhile you can get TWC TV on iPad or iPhone now

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Shoot Around – 180 Degree Basketball Return System

by vinayak mathur

As its name suggests, the whole point of basketball is getting the ball in the basket. So it makes sense to incorporate plenty of target practice into your training. But who can be bothered wasting time retrieving the ball from around the court or fetching it from under the basket? Not us, so we use the ingenious SKLZ Shoot Around (180° Ball Return).

Simply attach this chute-style thingummy to your basketball hoop and watch in why-didn’t-I-think-of-that? tinged amazement as it returns the ball to the same spot every time, rapidly and consistently. This allows you to spend more time working on your game, and less time retrieving balls.
Spend more time shooting hoops and less time chasing the ball after

With the Shoot-Around’s rotating 180-degree ball return, you can take aim from any area around the hoop.

 Product Features:
  • Provides 180 degree rotation without having to remove from the rim
  • Non-distracting mono-chromatic color keeps you focused on rim
  • Easily attaches to any standard rim with four snap-on straps
  • Ideal for height adjustable backboard
  • Includes Shoot-Around ball return chute (4 pieces), attachment nuts and bolts, and rotating insert ring with four rim straps and hooks

buy it here for $29.99

AOC to Unveil High Definition USB-Powered 22-inch Monitor

by vinayak mathur

AOC, who’s announced its new e2251Fwu 22-inch USB monitor, a sizable step up from last time. Taking power and signal from the same lead means one less wall port and less desk-spaghetti, which it claims makes it ideal for multi-screen computing. Spec-wise, we’re looking at 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio (far less at native, no doubt), 1,920 x 1,080 resolution and a 5ms response time. The plug and play device should work on all your favorite operating systems, when it lands in February for $199.

Specifications
• USB-powered LED display
• 250cd brightness
• 20,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio
• 5ms response time
• 1920 x 1080 @60Hz resolution
• HDCP compatible
• Ultra-slim (10.6 mm)
• Supported on all leading operating systems including Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7 & Apple MAC OSX Tiger / Leopard and Lion

Trek Support Backpack

by vinayak mathur

With all the technology you’re going to be dragging around campus, smartphones, laptops, iPads and the rest of it, you’re going to need access a lot of outlets to ensure that everything you need is charged and ready to go.

With the Trek Support, you don’t have to concern yourself with sitting by an outlet during class; it is a backpack that powers and protects your laptop and gadgets when you’re on the go.

The bag contains a removable battery-powered USB gadget dock, which can charge three electronic items at a time. The rechargeable battery can last up to seven hours at a time, making it possible to fully charge all your devices.

Razer Blade – a true gaming laptop

by vinayak mathur

Gamers looking to treat themselves this holiday season, might be interested to know that Razer’s new Blade gaming laptop is approaching pre-order status, and deliveries will be made in time for the holidays, says Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan.

Shipping has already started to selected gaming CEO’s and pre-order are expected to start for us in a few days time for around $2,800.

key features :

  • • Intel® Core i7 processor
  • • Dual core – 64Bit
  • • CPU: 2.8 GHz/ 3.5 GHz (Base/ Turbo)
  • • 8GB of 1333 MHz DDR3 memory
  • 17.3” (Diagonal), 16:9 ratio, 1920×1080 LED backlit
  • Integrated Graphics for mobile mode
  • • 320GB 7200rpm SATA

                                    

QlockTwo – time in words

by vinayak mathur

 

This unconventional looking typographic clock is a creation of Biegert & Funk – straight from Germany

QlockTwo tells the time by illuminating words with LEDs. The clock is fitted with light sensor for automatic adjustment to ambient light. The magnetic front part can be replaced without any visible attachments so you have plenty of color choices to suite your mood.

QLOCKTWO makes you pause and allows a different view of time. The typographic front combines the moment with the written word and makes it a statement. „It is half past eight.“

This clock forms a perfect square and seems to hover freely at the wall. A matrix with symmetrically arranged characters constitutes another square in the interior. Some of these characters shine in pure white to form words that describe time.

QLOCKTWO is available in several languages, you only need the appropriate front panel.

All colours are each available in german, english, french, italian, dutch, russian, danish, swedish, arabic, swiss german and spanish.

Technical Data

  • Size: 17.72 x 17.72 inches
  • Weight: approx. 8.8 pounds / 4 kg
  • Power supply: 110V / 220V
    less power consumption due to LED technology
  • Solid acrylic stands for upright standing version
  • Handmade in Germany
    Biegert & Funk
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