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remembAR facial recognition app for those with poor memories
Placing a name to a face is not something that everyone gets right all the time, especially when the passage of time has taken its toll, and when we meet a stranger on the street (to us, anyways) who greets us and asks how we are, the nervous standard[...]
linkiPad 3 to feature IGZO displays from Sharp?
We reported late last year that Apple might turn to Sharp’s IGZO (Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide) displays for their upcoming iPad 3 tablet, and here is another bit of news that might actually confirm this particular rumor. After all, Sharp is currently[...]
linkiPad 3 announced in first week of March?
AllThingsD suggested in their breaking story that Apple will be announcing the arrival of the iPad 3 sometime in the first week of March, where the event will be held in San Francisco. Of course, we would think that the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts[...]
linkiOS 5.1 out on March 9?
Operator profiles are not exactly the kind of documents that you would dive into even when you have run out of sites to visit on the Internet, and are the perfect material to read if you have difficulty in sleeping. However, thanks to at least one brave[...]
linkZen Table Draws In The Sand For You
By David Ponce If you’ve ever strayed into the household section of a bookstore, you might have seen those little zen gardens with the rake and the sand and the claims to inner peace and all that jive. The Zen Table you see above is centered around[...]
linkWorld?s smallest coffee pot still brews a mean cuppa
There is nothing better than having a nice, hot cup of coffee first thing in the morning (and another right after a heavy lunch which normally sends one into a coma-like state despite sitting in front of the desk and staring at the computer), but apart[...]
linkWearable tech Fitness shirt
2012 will see hyper activity in research and development of smart shirts for sports/fitness apparel – at least this is my view on the ‘killer application’ in wearable tech this year. Smart shirts, having textile sensors integrated that[...]
linkUS Justice Department could approve Google/Motorola Mobility acquisition soon
In 2011, Google announced their plans to buy Motorola Mobility, spending $12.5 billion in the process. Naturally with an acquisition of this magnitude, there would be a lot of red tape, such as approval by shareholders, the US Justice Department and[...]
linkTribler file-sharing technology cannot be taken down
The efforts of governments around the world in trying to deliver a knock out blow to file-sharing sites might eventually amount to nothing, as there is a new kid in town known as Tribler. The creators of this file-sharing software claim that it cannot be[...]
linkTiny HotWheels Are Controlled With Your iPhone
By David Ponce Remote controlled cars are really old tech. But what’s relatively new is the replacing of the controller with an iPhone. These little HotWheels iNitro SpeedCars use an application that gives you a total of 5 different ways to control[...]
linkTiVo HD DVR from DIRECTV now available
Great news if you missed TiVo with your DIRECTV service ? the two companies are now back together again, with the release of the new TiVo HD DVR from DIRECTV. DIRECTV customers can now enjoy the TiVo HD DVR experience with DIRECTV’s lineup of HD[...]
linkThe Pirate Bay backup available for download
With all the file sharing websites being taken down or shutting down voluntarily, online file sharers are looking for alternative ways to keep the file trade going. While some folks have come up with an alternative way of distributing files (Tribler),[...]
linkSquare Enix announces Sleeping Dogs
(more…)By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Square Enix working on an unannounced title, details to be revealed later this year, Square Enix files for "Hitman: Profession" trademark in Europe, ---- link [...]
linkSony Tablet S rooted
Rooting, the act of enabling those who own Android-powered device to obtain privileged control (better known as “root access”) within Android’s subsystem, so that one can change or even replace system applications and settings for a[...]
linkSolar Powered Car concept looks amazing
Right now, hybrids tend to have the upper hand on the road compared to fully electric vehicles, simply because there is always the option to fuel up whenever you run low on gas, and finding a gas station nearby has a far higher probability compared to[...]
linkSkyrim 1.4 patch arrives for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3
It’s been a week since the 1.4 patch for Skyrim arrived on PCs, so it’s about time it made its way over to our living room consoles. Bethesda announced today on its official blog that the Skyrim update is now live for Xbox 360 users. The[...]
linkSharp display panel for iPad 3 spotted?
Just yesterday we reported that despite rumors of Sharp?s IGZO displays not meeting the yield rates set by Apple, there was still a possibility of Apple utilizing said displays for their upcoming iPad 3. Thanks to Japanese blog Macotakara, the photo you[...]
linkScosche bassDOCK gives your iPad audio some oomph
Scosche has announced the launch of a brand new iPad dock called the bassDOCK. It is an adjustable speaker dock that holds your iPad (1 and 2) and boosts the audio from the tablet at the same time. The cradle is rotatable so you can use the iPad in[...]
linkSamsung Galaxy Tab 10.1N gets OK nod in Germany
Apple’s efforts to ban the sale of Samsung’s Galaxy Tab 10.1 has hit a snag, as the reworked version which is known as the Galaxy Tab 10.1N has just been given the go ahead by a German court to hit store shelves. The redesign of[...]
linkREK Bookcase Knows A Thing Or Two About Efficient Packing
By David Ponce People still read paper books and it’s likely to stay that way for a while. Nostalgia and all that. So until then, why not store and display them in a visually (and organizationally) appealing manner? “REK is a bookcase that[...]
linkPlanar Mosaic architectural LCD tiles spruces up your pad
Check out the unique Planar Mosaic architectural LCD tiles – this will definitely find a place in any modern home, considering how it comes divided in smaller displays, allowing you to arrange them accordingly in various patterns to suit the rest[...]
linkPhoenix Suns to incorporate Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1s in their training
So pilots and airlines are slowly starting to replace their flight bags with tablets. For those unfamiliar, flight bags basically contain manuals and documentation that a pilot would require during the flight. They tend to be heavy and bulky and the[...]
linkPentax introduces Optio WG-2, WG-2 GPS rugged digital cameras
If you?re in the market for a rugged compact camera, Pentax has taken the wraps off the Optio WG-2 and WG-2 GPS rugged digital cameras that add to the list of rugged compact cameras available in today?s market. These cameras are the successors to the[...]
linkPegatron receives notebook orders from HP
Pegatron executives must be pretty pleased with themselves for having received notebook orders from HP, which will definitely add to the company’s bottom line for the year after also accepting earlier orders from Toshiba and Acer. Just in case the[...]
linkPS Vita unboxing
It is only a matter of weeks before the PS Vita launches in the US, and surely those who are waiting anxiously would love to devour any and all news concerning the new handheld console. Well, Sony has put up a video of the PS Vita unboxing which can you[...]
linkMass Effect Infiltrator arriving on iOS
Mass Effect 3 might be a month away, but iOS users are going to be able to have their fix of the game before the game hits the streets. BioWare recently announced Mass Effect Infiltrator ? a companion app to the upcoming Mass Effect 3. The game will be[...]
linkMario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games for 3DS released in Europe
Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games has been out for the Wii since last year, and now it’s finally made its way over to the Nintendo 3DS. Featuring numerous mini games inspired by the Olympic Games, players control Mario and Sonic to[...]
linkMSN for iPad app released
iPad users who are fans of MSN will be glad to know that there is now an official app available for the iOS tablet. The app provides users an easy way to stay in the know with MSN except this time around, it’s been repackaged as an online magazine.[...]
linkMIUI 4 arrives on the Kindle Fire
(more…)By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Amazon Kindle Fire: estimated 6 million sold, Amazon estimated to make $100 in added revenue per Kindle Fire sold, ---- link [...]
linkLytro Light Field Camera gets a teardown
If you’re keen on finding out what makes your Lytro Light Field Camera tick without taking yours apart, you’ll be glad to know that some photographs of the camera taken apart have surfaced thanks to the FCC. Inside it is revealed that the[...]
linkLogitec releases One-Seg Tuner LDT-1Si01 for iOS devices
If you have been following the mobile phone news for a while, you will have noticed that one of the features that most, if not all, Japanese phones offer their users is the One-Seg TV tuner that allows users to watch television shows live from their[...]
linkKodak bails out of digital camera market
The day has finally arrived when Eastman Kodak Co, the inventor of the handheld camera, will cease future plans of rolling out any more digital cameras, pocket video cameras and digital picture frames as part of the group’s attempt to lower their[...]
linkKinect used to treat phantom limb syndrome
Phantom limb, in case you didn’t know, is a syndrome that sometimes occurs after a limb is amputated but the mind of the patient still thinks that the limb is attached. This can lead to very painful and frustrating experiences and requires therapy[...]
linkKenwood ODELIC glass speakers look modern
Speakers tend to be made out of wood due to its natural acoustic qualities. This however does not mean that other materials cannot be used. Kenwood doesn?t think so either and has unveiled the Kenwood ODELIC SP0001 Glass Speakers,which if the name did[...]
linkHTC Autonome mobile phone concept is pretty interesting
Let?s face it, with our smartphones performing a good many tasks for us throughout the day, which means that sometimes we?d be lucky if we can make it through the entire day without the phone dying on us. External battery packs are an answer but that[...]
linkGoogle?s Drive ready to rock and roll?
Everyone seems to be taking the cloud storage route these days, and Google is not exempt. The Internet search giant has long been working on a cloud-storage service that is simply known as Drive, and assuming it takes off in a big way, it might just[...]
linkGoogle Wallet service fix being worked on
Internet search giant Google is well aware of a major security flaw that has been discovered on their Google Wallet service, and they are currently working hard to deliver a fix as soon as possible. This major security issue seems to affect only rooted[...]
linkGoogle Store in Europe a possibility
Could it be true that Google might actually open up the doors of its first ever standalone retail store in Dublin, Ireland? This does seem to follow the footsteps of Apple, who more of less wowed folks with their Apple Store when it first opened many[...]
linkGoogle Screenwise collects your browsing habits for $25
How much do you value your privacy? If it’s $25 or less, you might want to take up Google’s latest offer with its Screenwise project. Google wants to improve its products and services and make a better online experience for everyone and to do[...]
linkFord SYNC to arrive on all 2013 Fusion and Flex cars
If you want to make sure that your next car features Ford SYNC, it’s going to be easier to find on cares within the next few years. Today Ford announced that its SYNC technology will be available as standard equipment for its Ford Fusion and Flex ?[...]
linkEminent EM7285 HD
No sooner do I complete my review of the Eminent EM7280hdMEDIA RT3 product than thenext version of this high definition multimedia player arrives fortesting. This new member of the hdMEDIART3 family is the limitededition EM7285 HD media player which[...]
linkEarth Blocks eco-friendly LEGO clone
Have you ever wondered the kind of precision and quality control that goes through each LEGO product that rolls off the manufacturing line? Well, those are made out of non-toxic plastic (since plenty of children let their imagination roam free with[...]
linkE Ink is dying because of tablets
E Ink recently announced its financial results and it looks like the screen technology isn’t doing too well, thanks to the surge of interest in tablets. Apparently the company’s revenue for January was only slightly above $48 million ? 63%[...]
linkDungeon Hunter 3 for Android arriving next month
(more…)By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Gameloft LIVE! launched, Dungeon Hunter 3: Official trailer released, ---- link [...]
linkDog Walk Out for lazy dog owners
If you follow the “pack leader” school of thought when it comes to caring for your canine friend, then you would definitely know that bringing your pooch out for his or her daily walk is extremely important, not only to burn off physical[...]
linkDoCoMo to release MEDIAS LTE N-04D in Japan on February 15
If you happen to live in Japan and want to own a LTE smartphone soon, then look no further than NTT DoCoMo’s stables, as the mobile carrier is working to release the MEDIAS LTE N-04D smartphone from NEC Casio Mobile Communications a day after[...]
linkDirecTV Offers HD DirecTiVo
We thought for sure if we'd be doing a TiVo story in 2012 it would be a "where are they now?" article, but nope, the brand is trying to stay alive and well.Tivo has just released a joint announcement... ---- linkDotGizmo: The Best gadget Blog PostsAll[...]
linkDell XPS X8300-5005BK Desktop
Dell has listed another desktop computer in US market namely the XPS X8300-5005BK. Specs-wise, the desktop PC sports a 8 GB SDRAM DDR3 allow the computer to run smoothly, ideal for those who work hard or those who need to use a computer to run several[...]
linkDeal Of The Day: $900 Off On Sharp AQUOS 70 Inch LED HDTV
By David Ponce Once we get into 65+ inch territory, we’re talking big TVs. This 70 incher from Sharp is a behemoth. Luckily it’s of the LED backlit variety, which means it won’t weigh a ton. Usually ringing the register at $2,799, you[...]
linkCyborg moth could be a spy for the military
Forget about being half-human and half-machine – it seems that it would be easier to churn out a cyborg insect instead, coming in the form of a moth. The US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) are looking in a new generation of[...]
linkChrome for Android Easter Eggs uncovered
Chrome for Android Beta was introduced just yesterday, and we already know that there will not be any Flash support for it – but it sure did not take long for users to discover some Easter Eggs on the latest mobile browser which runs only on[...]
linkBioLight Campstove Heats Your Food, Powers Your Gadgets
By David Ponce Being off the grid is fun, but unless you’re really special, you never go full-off. Most people like to bring at least a cellphone with them, be it only for emergency calls. What better way to charge these then, than with a BioLight[...]
linkAngry Birds for Facebook ? power ups, high scores and mystery gifts
Yes, we do know that Angry Birds will be introduced as a Facebook game when Valentine’s Day arrives, making this game available to over 800 million people in the process. However, we are pleased to bring you news that Angry Birds for Facebook will[...]
linkAngry Birds Birdday Party hits Android platform
Is it just me, or does anyone else think that Rovio is seriously overdoing the whole Angry Birds she-bang? I mean, PopCap Games could have gone the same route and release expansion pack after expansion pack for Plants vs Zombies – a game that[...]
linkAlphaDog outdoor trials begin
The AlphaDog from Boston Dynamics, with the Big Dog as its predecessor when we covered it in the past, is right on schedule with regards to its development. Currently, the AlphaDog is undergoing outdoor trials, where the brains behind this robotic mule[...]
linkAllview Alldro 2 Speed delivers Android goodness on a budget
With Android tablets being released dime a dozen these days with no end in sight, one cannot be faulted to check out the more obscure names just in case there is a hidden gem somewhere out there that is waiting to be discovered. For those who want to[...]
linkAlienware to consider gaming tablet?
At CES 2012, we saw Razer unveil a tablet concept known as Project Fiona which definitely wowed the crowd, considering it bordered on the magical in terms of design and perceived capability. Well, another major player in the computer gaming hardware[...]
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