Nokia sees graphene as new super material

post from Ubergizmo on 16 June 2011 11:51:58 PM. © Ubergizmo

Nokia might have stumbled upon something interesting that could usher in a new age of devices with the possibilities offered by graphene, a new kind of super-material. Graphene isn’t exactly well known, where it is an allotrope of carbon alongside a 2D structure that measures a mere one atom thick – or should we say, thin? Despite being that thin, it is still one of the strongest materials tested ever, boasting a breaking strength that is 300 times greater than steel while being super flexible, light and is an intrinsic conductor par excellence. Industry observers do wonder whether this could be the material of the future, replacing silicon as the base for all electronics – what do you think about it?

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Facebook does iPad app at last

post from Ubergizmo on 16 June 2011 11:41:06 PM. © Ubergizmo

Facebook does seem to have yielded to the pressure of not having an iPad app – never mind that the iPhone already has a Facebook app on the Apple App Store when it opened in July a few years ago. Winds of change are a-comin’ as there are industry insiders who claim that Facebook is on its way to introduce a free iPad application which has been specially designed and optimized for the tablet.
In production for almost a year, and having gone through several design iterations, it should be in its final stages of testing now. Other than that, no further details were released, since the product plans are strictly confidential.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab USB Adapter

post from Ubergizmo on 16 June 2011 11:29:11 PM. © Ubergizmo

Own a new Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1? Well, you can transform it into a USB host right there and then with the Samsung Galaxy Tab USB Adapter. All you need to do is fork out $19.99 and you can bring home this nifty little USB device, allowing you to hook up compatible USB accessory devices such as keyboards, mice, thumb drives and others to your Tab. The adapter will enhance the capabilities of your Tab, delivering a way for you to introduce user-friendly removable data storage to your Tab, as well as the ability to share of your favorite multimedia files.

If you want to be more efficient with emails, just use a USB mouse or keyboard with this to be even more productive when you’re on the move. To make the entire package even more complete, there is the Samsung 30-Pin to USB Charging Data Cable that lets you hook up your Galaxy Tab 10.1 to your compatible host PC, turning your Galaxy Tab into an external modem – juicing up said tablet and synchronizing your data simultaneously.

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LG Optimus 3D set to ship

post from Ubergizmo on 16 June 2011 11:19:38 PM. © Ubergizmo

LG has revealed that they will be shipping their Optimus 3D soon – hitting Europe first before it arrives in the US. This will be their flagship device which is already available for pre-order at Amazon UK, targeting a July 13th shipping date, and if you want to purchase it without a contract, then the price will be a rather steep $969 thereabouts, after conversion, of course. More than 60 other regions will be on the receiving end of the new Optimus 3D within the next several weeks, dropping yet another hint that the AT&T Thrill 4G might be out before summer is over.

The LG Optimus 3D in all its different versions will rely on a dual-core TI OMAP4430 processor to get the hard work done, boasting a 4.3″ glasses-free 3D display as well as the ability to record 3D video in 720p or 1080p video in 2D using its twin rear cameras. Other hardware specifications include an HDMI 1.4 output and DLNA video sharing which sends 3D video over to TVs and the local network.

LG Optimus 3D set to ship, By Ubergizmo. Top Stories : Galaxy Tab 10.1 Review, Atrix Review,

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Actiontec Multi-LAN Network Adapter

post from Ubergizmo on 16 June 2011 11:08:00 PM. © Ubergizmo

All-in-one is an idea that has certainly caught on in the world of consumer electronics, where convergence devices are aplenty. The Actiontec Multi-LAN Network Adapter is one multi-purpose home networking technology product, where it will open up new connectivity options to your home. Imagine you have a set-top box or other device which has an Ethernet port, but require wireless connectivity – what do you d? Just plug in the network adapter to the device’s Ethernet port, and the device will be connected to the wireless network.

Assuming you have wireless dead spots in the home, that’s not a problem at all. All you need to do is plug this device in, and you can extend and create the fastest possible wireless network with the adapter, doing away with the need of worrying about losing your connection, or waste valuable time buffering the video on your tablet or smartphone.

The adapter itself will come with a quartet of Ethernet ports, letting you connect a plethora of devices with ease. Accessibility and freedom of wireless networking alongside the reliability and performance of a MoCA (multimedia over coax) connection is not a problem with the Actiontec Multi-LAN Network Adapter. No idea on pricing just yet.

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Nextbook Premium 7 from E FUN

post from Ubergizmo on 16 June 2011 10:57:14 PM. © Ubergizmo

A tablet a day keeps the doctor away – or does it keep boredom away? That’s what the Nextbook Premium 7 from E FUN is all about, where this 7″ capacitive touch-screen Android-powered computer will feature Flash 10.1 support, coupled with Wi-Fi connectivity, an e-reader functionality, Kobo app, SlideME application manager, and the new OfficeSuite Viewer and ASTRO File Manager.

You won’t find Android 3.0 Honeycomb here, so there really isn’t any optimized Android tablet experience, but will instead be powered by Android 2.3 Gingerbread. On the bright side, at least the Nextbook Premium 7 can be upgraded in the future thanks to Over The Air (OTA) capabilities. Other hardware specifications include a 1GHz processor, 4GB of built-in flash memory, a SD memory card slot for expansion purposes, a G-sensor and integrated speakers.

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HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse is now available

post from Ubergizmo on 16 June 2011 10:48:27 PM. © Ubergizmo

As promised, the HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse is now available for the masses, just in time for Father’s Day to boot – making it the perfect gift for those who have dads who live out of a suitcase because they do a whole lot of traveling in their line of work and need to work from a notebook all the time. This is different from Bluetooth technology, as it relies on Wi-Fi connectivity and HP Link-5 technology instead to promote mobility and ease of use.

Not only do you get to enjoy a wireless lifestyle, you also have the assurance of extended battery life since this little pointing device sips so little juice in the course of working. Another main advantage that we like about the HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse would be doing away with the need for a USB dongle, since it will connect to your notebook via its Wi-Fi receiver – unless you are using a really, really old school notebook that does not have Wi-Fi.

With up to nine months of battery life, 5 customizable buttons, a smooth, four-way-tilt scroll wheel, and a 30-foot working range amongst others, the HP Wi-Fi Mobile Mouse will retail for $49.99.

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ASUS P8H67-I Deluxe mini-ITX H67 Motherboard

post from Benchmark Reviews: Performance Computer Hardware Tests on 16 June 2011 08:00:00 PM. © Benchmark Reviews: Performance Computer Hardware Tests

By now we have all heard of the media capabilities of the Intel H67 Chipset. With so much going for it in this aspect, it seems like an H67 motherboard would be great as a starting point for the perfect Home Theatre PC. ASUS has decided to take this idea to the next level with the ASUS P8H67-I Deluxe mini-ITX motherboard. In this article, Benchmark Reviews will break down all the special features ASUS has included in the P8H67-I Deluxe motherboard to see if it is ready to provide a comprehensive solution for the HTPC enthusiast.

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Wattbike measures how much power you generate
during cycling

Wattbike

If you?ve always wondered about how much power you produce whenever you?re cycling, you won?t have to wonder anymore. (In case you were wondering, cyclists do measure their power output as a way to compare their skills and to measure their growth and progress as an athlete.) Unfortunately, most bikes don?t have the capability to accurately measure how much power a cyclist produces during a bike ride.Well, the folks over at Wattbike have decided to come up with a bicycle to solve such problems.

Wattbike measures how much power you generate during cycling, By Ubergizmo. Top Stories : Blackberry Playbook Review, Dell Streak 7 Review,

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Tilto: the DIY Segway

Tilto

Segways are cool and plenty of fun to ride but they cost a bomb to purchase. Well, a hobbyist by the name of Marcelo Fornaso decided to put his smarts to the test and came up with his own version of the two-wheeled vehicle. But instead of following the build of the Segway down to a T, Fornaso chose to improve the design by allowing users to turn the vehicle without having to lean outside of the device?s frame.

And thus, Tilto was born. Tilto uses accelerometers and gyroscopes just like the Segway to make it go back and forth, however, it gets rid of the handlebars in favor of a tilting system to turn the vehicle. If users want to turn Tilto, all they have to do is tilt their bodies in the direction they would like to turn to, just like they would if they were on a bicycle. A pretty cool idea, though I doubt we?ll be seeing this device mass produced for everyone to use. Check out a video test of the Tilto in action:

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