At 60,000 feet Google's Nexus S works fine

LONDON: Google techies have been taken by pleasant surprise after Nexus S, the new Android smart phone the company launched early December, was found ticking even from the Earth's outer atmosphere - at 60,000 feet. The tiny Androids strapped to seven payloads to test the outer limits of Nexus S were carried into the Earth's outer atmosphere using weather balloons, the Daily Mail reported. "We wanted an opportunity to collect some interesting data about the sensors in Nexus S - GPS, gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer," the report quoted Zi Wang of Google Android as saying. The phones were running a variety of applications such as...

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Dell Streak Tablet for $100

Get Dell Streak Tablet for $100 @ Best BuyBest Buy is offering the Dell Streak tablet for $99.99. Geeky Gadgets points out that Best Buy is currently selling the 5-inch Dell Streak tablet for $99.99. Naturally the low cost comes with a hefty price-- a signed 2-year contract with AT&T. Currently the wireless carrier is selling the Android-based device for a heftier $299.99 pricetag in-store, so in some aspects the Best Buy sale is a rather tasty deal for tablet hunters this holiday season. Available in both black and white, the Dell Streak features a 5-inch WVGA capacitive multi-touch display with a default resolution of 800 x 400. Under the...

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Acer's Tegra-based Android Tablet on Video

Leaked videos show Acer's 10-inch Android tablet in action. Engadget points to three videos listed on YouTube that briefly demonstrate Acer's upcoming 10-inch Android tablet. Currently very little is known about the device, however it will supposedly be powered by Nvidia's dual-core Tegra 2 platform and offer custom Acer Android apps. As seen in the three leaked videos, Acer is utilizing the tablet's gyroscope to allow touch-free page turns. It also appears that Acer is trying to use the gyroscope for zooming in and out of photographs without using fingers, however in its current state, the function doesn't appear to be working correctly. There's...

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LG E90 Ultra Slim LED Monitor Is Just 7.2 mm Thick

Having announced this 21.5-inch LED-backlit monitor globally earlier, LG has launched it in India now. Among the highlights, are the full-HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels), 2ms response time, and lower power consumption as it uses an LED backlight (most LCDs use CCFL backlight instead). The "ultra slim" title of course, is because the LG E90 is claimed to be only 7.2 mm thick - less than one cm, which would make it the slimmest monitor in the market so far For connectivity to PC, the LG E90 offers DVI, HDMI and VGA input ports. The power socket and power supply for the monitor are placed behind its stand, which LG calls "EZ cabling". The E90...

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What will the next sony PSP look like?

Sony's PlayStation Portable could be in for a serious makeover.Speaking to The New York Times yesterday, Sony Computer Entertainment chief Kaz Hirai said that the next PSP could boast both a touch screen and conventional controls to give casual and hard-core gamers the opportunity to play titles in a way they prefer. "Depending on the game, there are ones where you can play perfectly well with a touch panel," Hirai told the Times. "But you can definitely play immersive games better with physical buttons and pads. I think there could be games where you're able to use both in combination." Hirai acknowledged that the portable gaming space is changing,...

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Skyfire iPad App with Flash Added to App Store

Skyfire's iPad app, which brings Flash content to the Apple tablet, was added to the App Store Wednesday night. The app is available now for $4.99. It acts as a Web browser, converting Flash video into HTML5 and playing it back in a separate window. With the iPad version, that window can be expanded to full-screen mode to take advantage of the iPad's 9.7-inch screen. While Flash videos are supported, Flash games and apps are not. That being said, not every Web video site - like Hulu - will work with Skyfire for iPad. "We are working hard at it," the company said. Users outside the U.S. might also not be able to access their local TV Web site...

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update 2012 nokia terminal mode

Most of the changes to the restyled 2012 C-Class are under the hood and in the car.(Credit: Mercedes-Benz) Mercedes released photos of its updated 2012 C-Class, adding to the entry vehicle lineup a generous handful of technology upgrades and improved fuel economy. The vehicles are set to receive Attention Assist, Adaptive Highbeam Assist, Parking Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Blind Spot Assist for added safety. The next generation infotainment and navigation system will get new features, including the ability to display text messages. But it may also add Nokia Terminal mode, according to an article in Telematics News. Citing AutomobilWoche.de,...

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Pogo Jumping Robot Could Rule Low Gravity Worlds

adRobot.logAd("160x600", "added"); adRobot.logAd("160x160", "added");     Japan, no stranger to work that involves delivering robotics to every facet of human society, thinks it may have figured out the best way for bipedal robots to move on low gravity worlds like the Moon. Enter the pogo stick: Using a two-footed, high hopping approach, the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) believes something resembling the venerable pogo stick, not traditional human locomotion, could be the perfect way for a two-legged robot to traverse the moon. But why hop? Because, simply, with lower gravity a robot has more time to correct...

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Programming robots helps youngsters learn

  Youngsters can learn while having fun with LEGO� robots in Stretching Mind s courses  formatPubDate("Sun Dec 19 15:00:00 GMT 2010"); Two computer-whizz mums are providing fun learning courses for children which combine a classic construction toy with the latest technology. Caroline Piper who lives in Southam and her colleague Geraldine Spelman of Coventry have launched Stretching Minds, a company which uses robots made from LEGO® to teach youngsters various skills in fields such as IT, mathematics, design and technology and science. Pilot sessions held at after-school clubs have been well received and the pair will offer...

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Nvidia: Gaming on Intel's next-gen chip

Graphics-chip supplier Nvidia says it will do just fine despite claims by Intel that its next-gen chip will offer the best gaming performance to date. Nvidia discrete graphics chips are in Apple's 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pros.(Credit: Apple) Slated to debut at the Consumer Electronics Show on January 5, the Second Generation Intel Core--aka, "Sandy Bridge"--boasts improved graphics performance, allowing PC makers to offer low-cost laptops that are more adept at games and multimedia. In short, no extra graphics chip from Nvidia or Advanced Micro Devices will be required in certain laptop models. But Rene Haas, general manager, notebook products,...

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android 2 2 update for intercept galaxy s froyo

Sprint is one of the most popular carriers over Android thanks to their 4G network and the inclusion of the HTC EVO 4G. However, just like pretty much every other carrier on the market they have seen delays when it comes to the Android 2.2 update. Luckily, they have been quite good getting the updat eout and today they have exciting news for owners of the Android powered Samsung Intercept. If you couldn’t guess, yes, the Android 2.2 update is officially rolling out for the Samsung Intercept and will finally give consumers a some sweet Froyo. However, that’s not all this update will be bringing with it as a few bug fixes...

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alif.estates@gmail.com recommends iPad hits 50,000 apps in eight months

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LG STEAM DISHWASHERS – GOOD FOR YOU AND YOUR DISHES

by Julie - on December 2nd, 2010Theres a big difference between what I wish my dishwasher could do, and what it actually does. I guess if I’m trying to be honest, I pretty much wash my dishes BEFORE I put them in the machine, and my grandmother’s china has never even seen the inside of a dishwasher, until now.The folks over at LG have revolutionized dishwashing with the advent of the Steam Dishwasher. No longer do you need to run separate cycles for crusted pots and pans and delicate glassware. This baby lets you choose different spray settings for the top and bottom racks with their Dual Intensity Mode. This line of LG dishwashers also has...

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The Parker Brothers Choppers makes Tron Light Cycle

by Mark R - on December 3rd, 2010I’m sure that we all know that this Tron Legacy film is probably going to be a hit amongst geek sectors (unless it utterly sucks). Of course, what really has kept the Tron legacy alive for over 30 years is that super-cool looking light cycles. If you have ever wanted one of these in real life, you will be able to get your chance as Parker Brothers Choppers has made some street-legal ones. Granted, it doesn’t have the ability to make a wall in its wake, but it does have a steel frame, fiberglass bodywork, and a V-twin engine from a Suzuki TLR1000. The bike weighs 474 pounds and is 100 inches long and 23 inches...

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iBoss – Keeps kids safe without all the yelling.

by Julie - on November 25th, 2010My daughter is only 7, she has her own computer but has yet to develop a cruising style. She goes to a few kid-friendly sites, plays some PC based games and has a limited e-mail account. She is not allowed on Facebook or MySpace and would have no idea what to do there without my help. But I am keenly aware that the need for some sort of internet security is fast approaching, and Mom the eagle eye just isn’t going to be enough.Enter the iBoss, an internet filtering device that allows you to control the on-line activities in your household with computer hardware, not an easily bypass-able software program. The...

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Battelle TAILS is the grappling gun you always wanted

by Mark R - on November 24th, 2010We have reported on the T-PLS Grappling Gun before, and I’m not certain if this Battelle’s Tactical Air Intiated Launch System (TAILS) is the same one, but they sure do look the same. Clearly, the TAILS is meant to capture a dream we all have. That is, the one where we can just shoot a grappling hook and swing or climb to where we get to go. The TAILS has the ability to shoot a titanium grappling hook attached to a Kevlar line up to 100 feet up in the air and 60 feet away. The TAILS looks like it is perfect for spies, because the shooting the hook itself doesn’t make any noise, as it is pneumatic. Of course,...

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Apple Patents 3D Projection – no glasses required

by Julie - on December 6th, 2010Okay, okay, I know what I’m dealing with here. There are huge fans of Apple, and then there are, well, everyone else. Honestly, I’m not a diehard fan either way, I find uses for both a Mac and a PC. I really love the iPad, but I’m no snob, show me something that does more stuff, and I’ll switch in a heartbeat. That being said, I am still excited about Apples jump onto the 3D bandwagon.Apple has a patent for a 3D display that doesn’t require glasses, this patent was approved only several days ago, even though it was applied for in September of 2006. Of course Apple is not the first company interested in these displays....

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ANYBOTS – Finally, a robot that will go to work for you

by Julie - on November 24th, 2010I’m still laughing… since I was a child I had dreams about the future, and how one day, I would be able to sit in my pajamas all day with the TV on and still be able to make the big bucks. I’m not exactly sure how this next product fits into that dream, but I’m having a darn good time imagining it.The Anybot is a robot that becomes your eyes and ears, anywhere that you are not. It allows you to be a part of whatever’s happening, from wherever you are. Connected via the internet with a Wi-Fi connection, the Anybot utilizes a speaker, camera, microphone and video screen in order to bring your presence to the masses....

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Augmented Reality, now in candy form

by Mark R - on December 2nd, 2010We have talked about augmented reality more than once on this site, and usually it is about putting things in front of a webcam to create some interesting 3D graphics that the user can manipulate by moving the object around. This would be the first time that I have seen augmented reality come in the form of taste and not sight. I’m not certain whether you can call it augmented reality, really, but hey, we might as well use the buzzword. Keio University’s TagCandy allows the user to put a lollipop candy on some sort of fancy stick, and then connect the stick to a computer. Apparently, the user can control the...

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Ark Encounter park in Kentucky attempting to build a lifelike Noah’s Ark

by Mark R - on December 3rd, 2010It’s always a matter of finding the coolest attractions when it comes to amusement parks. That Ferrari roller coaster certainly looks thrilling, as well as the Harry Potter ride. However, this particular new exhibit in Kentucky goes back to biblical roots for inspiration. The designers fully intend to create a full scale Noah’s Ark, with live animals on it. Clearly, these designers have been hearing the call of Evan Almighty to create this exhibit straight out of Ned Flanders’ Praiseland. Yes, I realize that those are two comedic references, and to make this report even more comedic, this Ark will have dinosaurs....

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Wii Connect 24 service

Nintendo Wii - White Color Product Details Design Featuring a compact design that makes it a natural addition to any television setup, the Wii console is white in color and can be displayed either vertically or horizontally. Size About 8.5 inches long, 6 inches wide and less than 2 inches thick (roughly the size of 3 DVD cases stacked on top of each other). Network The Wii console communicates wirelessly with the Internet via wireless or a Wii LAN adaptor. Wii also can connect wirelessly with Nintendo DS. CPU / GPU PowerPC CPU (code-named Broadway), made with a 90nm SOI CMOS process, jointly developed with and manufactured by IBM; GPU developed with ATI. Media A single self-loading media bay plays single- or double-layered 12-cm optical discs for the Wii console, as well as 8-cm...

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iPad 2 begins shipping from Foxconn in February for April launch?

By Thomas Ricker posted Dec 7th 2010 1:15AM The source is DigiTimes so take this rumor for what you will. Nevertheless, the Taiwanese tattle house is citing sources at local component makers claiming that Foxconn has been notified that it must ship Apple's "iPad 2" within the next 100 days or as early as the end of February. DigiTimes says that Apple's plan to start mass production in January had to be pushed because of ongoing firmware testing. Note that this doesn't mean that the second generation iPad will ship to consumers in February since Apple would be stockpiling units ahead of a global launch in April, according to DigiTimes. The original...

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DARPA creates flying Humvee with the TX

by Mark R - on December 3rd, 2010Every once in a while, you see DARPA flexing its military and scientific muscles, and you’ll see some sort of cool device that looks like it has leaped out of a science-fiction story. Take this particular vehicle that is half Humvee and half helicopter, and the TX (which is what this vehicle is called) has the ability to do 65 miles per hour on land and 150 mph in the air. It is hard to believe that this thing can actually fly, but it is apparently made from a composite anti-blast armor and ballistic proof windows. I don’t really know if this particular vehicle has retractable wings or if those long appendages...

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Electro Hub universal wireless charger to debut at CES 2011

by Mark R - on December 2nd, 2010We have reported on many supposedly wireless chargers before, such as the Powermat and Wildcharger. There was also that one from Energizer that is Q1 certified, so that someday, we will all just lay down our mobile devices on charging pads and we’ll say good-bye to our charging cords forever. This is the ElectroHub, another wireless charging station to join the club, and is planned to make its shining debut at CES 2011. As someone who is thrilled to see that their invitation to CES has been accepted, I can’t wait to see it. One thing that is promised to make the ElectroHub unique is that it occasionally doesn’t...

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Google Chrome OS gets detailed, first laptops from Acer and Samsung coming mid-2011

By Nilay Patel posted Dec 7th 2010 2:20PM Google just demoed Chrome OS running on a piece of reference hardware at its event in SF. It just takes four steps and less than a minute to set up a brand-new Chrome OS machine -- it pulls all your Chrome themes and settings from the cloud, so it's ready to go almost right away, and changes can propagate in less than a second in some cases. The reference machine demoed was able to come back up from sleep almost instantly -- Google says the limiting factor is actually how fast the user can move their hand. (It wasn't that fast in the demo, but it was still really fast.) The OS also supports multiple...

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SkyKap – It’s like a caddie in your hat

by Julie - on December 2nd, 2010Let’s face it, to some of us golf is more than just a game. Okay, to some of us, it’s a lot more. Some of us are completely addicted to it. In fact, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sat around on a Sunday and wondered just how long it was going to take that golf loving husband of mine to come home. Geez.Maybe the SkyKap Advisor, is just the thing to get him home faster. A hands free, voice activated microcomputer GPS system contained in the brim of a regular golf hat. With some pretty amazing technology, The Advisor provides personal audio responses activated by the golfer’s commands. The Advisor gives the...

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Dell Streak is the strongest contender

The good: The Dell Streak offers an unprecedented combination of processor power, screen size, and design quality. Support for 3G, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth hit all the wireless sweet spots, while photo, camcorder, and calling capabilities blur the boundaries between tablet and phone. The bad: Battery life isn't great, the touch-screen keyboard is awkward, music quality is below average, and the position of the camera tends to cloud photos and video. The bottom line: The Dell Streak is the first Android tablet worth taking seriously, though its size puts it on the fence between tablets and smartphones. Review: Editors' note: The following review...

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Microsoft’s plan for shape-shifting touchscreens

by Mark R - on December 1st, 2010One of the problems with touchscreens is that they are way too…flat. That, and there is often very little tactile feedback. If I want to type, I want to feel physical keys underneath me. That way, if I hit a “g” instead of an “f” key, I can feel it. I don’t want to have to look at my text to find out that I screwed up. According to my Source, Microsoft filed a patent last year that “details a light-induced shape-memory polymer display screen. In a nutshell, that means a touch screen that has a real texture and tactile feedback to it, making people feel as if they’re touching an actual object”. This screen would...

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Dell Streak reviewBy Richard Lai posted Jun 6th 2010 6:03PM Review Streak. It needs no introduction, as this slate's been gaining a lot of attention amongst gadget lovers around the world. Thanks to the UK launch last Friday, we were one of the first on this planet to procure Dell's finalized Android 1.6 phone from O2. Yep, you heard right -- Engadget's now in possession of two Streaks, with the older one still in its original and somewhat unstable prototype state. Our new toy sports a matte "carbon" finish instead of chrome (no word on future availability; the red version's coming in two weeks' time), and now 399MB of RAM instead of 405MB...

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