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Anti-iPod campaign launched by SanDisk

post from Ubergizmo on 22 May 2006 11:42:02 PM. © Ubergizmo

The iDon't campaign by SanDisk champions the company's Sansa e200 music player, portraying owners of iPods as unoriginal and followers. There are plenty of links to other anti-iPod websites at iDon't, and SanDisk has even planted foot soldiers across university campuses to give out free t-shirts to students. Will this rather drastic move dent iPod sales? Only time will tell, but this campaign might come across as a case of sour grapes to iSheep, I mean, iPod enthusiasts.

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MobiBLU DAH-1900 boasts 153 hours of battery life

post from Ubergizmo on 22 May 2006 11:31:41 PM. © Ubergizmo

MobiBLU DAH-1900 boasts 153 hours of battery life Do you fancy an MP3 player that needs to be recharged bi-monthly? The DAH-1900 from MobiBLU boasts a jaw-dropping 153 hours of battery life! Assuming you listen to your music for 2 hours per day, you will need to recharge it only once every two months! So far nobody has managed to back up MobiBLU's claim, but even half that performance is something worth getting excited about. The DAH-1900 is available in 2 models - both 1GB (£109) and 2GB (£139) versions come with a 4-line dual-color OLED display, an FM tuner, a voice recorder, USB 2.0 interface, and MP3/WMA support. Great for travelers and those going for a long holiday.

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LG launches MFJM53 MP3 player

post from Ubergizmo on 22 May 2006 11:23:48 PM. © Ubergizmo

LG launches MFJM53 MP3 player LG's MFJM53 MP3 player has been quietly launched in the U.K. to provide an alternative to the iPod. This 8GB HDD-based MP3 player looks extremely sleek adn boasts a 1.77" touch-sensitive OLED screen in a brilliant 262k colors. This is mainly a Windows Media-based device that supports tracks with and without DRM, as well as MP3, WAV, and Ogg formats. Compatible with Windows 2000/XP only, the MFJM53 comes with a microphone, line-in port, and a built-in FM radio. It plays back MPEG4-encoded AVI files, displays JPEG and text files as well. Battery life is estimated at 30 hours for music playback, while video playback will only garner you 4 hours. Available in black and white color cases, the MFJM53 measures 10.1cm x 4.8cm x 1.4cm and weighs 88g. Pricing and availability details are unknown as at press time.

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Waterproof keyboard from Lenovo

post from Ubergizmo on 22 May 2006 11:15:32 PM. © Ubergizmo

First we have waterproof cellphones, and now waterproof keyboards? Lenovo showcased a waterproof keyboard that is compatible with any PC workstation, and this bodes well for those who have a tendency of knocking over their cups whenever elbows are in the vicinity. It does boggle the mind, though, where a spoilt keyboard could be easily replaced by another for around $10. Is the investment worth it? After all, spilt coffee might not spoil the keyboard, but it sure will leave some unsightly marks across the all important WASD keys (to FPS gamers, at least).

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USB-powered Ultrasound probe

post from Ubergizmo on 22 May 2006 11:03:59 PM. © Ubergizmo

This USB-powered ultrasound probe sounds like a pretty nifty device, but you can't purchase it yet at the moment as it is awaiting approval from the FDA. It weighs a mere 7.5 ounces and works flawlessly for B-mode imaging. This ultrasound probe comes with its own suite of software that processes the captured image and it will be available in 3.5MHz, 5.0MHz, 7.5MHz and 12MHz configurations. It should cost around $3700 when available commercially.

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Toshiba Portege M500 notebook

post from Ubergizmo on 22 May 2006 10:56:58 PM. © Ubergizmo

Working professionals who are in the market for a new notebook ought to take a look at the new Portege M500 from Toshiba. Toshiba has included the Intel Core Duo processor T2400 (1.83GHz) as the heart of this 12.1" sub-notebook, along with a 80GB SATA HDD, a DVD super multi-drive, and Toshiba's very own Clear Super View (CSV) display. The Portege M500 weighs in at 1.86kg, making it easy to lug around without suffering a strain on your shoulder.

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Mac receives TVMicro

Mac receives TVMicro You can now capture images directly from the TV with the TVMicro USB TV tuner device. It comes with a remote control and is compatible with Mac OS X 10.4 and above. It doesn't matter whether your Mac runs on the PowerPC or Intel chip - the TVMicro works just as well on either. The Eye TV 2 software is bundled along and records in MPEG1 & 2 formats in resolutions of 720 x 480, 352 x 480, and 352 x 240 pixels. You also have the choice of editing the recorded shows and leaving commercials out of them. The TVMicro will go on sale this June in Japan and will retail around $100.

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Altec Lansing inMotion iM9 Portable iPod
Speakers: Portably Big Sound!

It's been a week since we last blogged on anything iPod related and we didn't want you guys to think that the iPod well had dried up. So today we introduce the Altec Lansing inMotion iM9 Portable iPod Speakers. Following in the grand traditional footsteps of the inMotion range, the iM9 speakers have one thing which sets it apart from the rest: true portability. Other iPod speakers claim to be portable due to the fact that they can be powered by batteries. But really, who wants to carry around an 8 kilo behemoth, even if it is battery powered? After all, the iPod is a portable player right? The iM9's even come with a carry back pack and it is designed to be shock and splash resistant. It's compact design also make it ideal for dorm rooms and small apartments. But don't let it's small stature fool you into thinking it has small sound. Like all the other inMotion speakers, this small package packs a big punch!

Features of the Altec Lansing inMotion iM9 Portable iPod Speakers:
- Huge, crystal-clear sound with large speakers
- AC or Battery-operated
- Charges your iPod
- MaxxBass Technology
- Retractable Dock
- Shock-resistant design
- Video Output for iPod photo and new iPod video
- Deluxe Backpack included

Order your Altec Lansing inMotion iM9 Portable iPod Speakers here at Mr.Gadget Australia today!

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FREE Geek Credits -> FREE Rewards!

post from Gizmos for Geeks :: Whoever Has The Most Toys Wins! | on 22 May 2006 07:00:00 PM. © Gizmos for Geeks :: Whoever Has The Most Toys Wins! |

Sign Up!We'd like to reward member loyalty to Gizmos for Geeks by allowing our valued users to earn free Geek Credits for various activities on the site. Earn enough credits, and you're automatically entered into monthly and yearly giveaways. All you need to do is become a GfG member, and start earning credits!

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