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Phone Registry Review
I stumbled upon Phone Registry through a Google search. I was looking for a reverse phone number tool. When I got to their site, they claimed they were the #1 site for reverse phone lookups. I took that with a grain of salt because everything online is exaggerated. Nonetheless, I decided to give them a shot, and see if their claim of superior service was in fact valid. They highlight a YouTube [...]
Filed in: Smartphones
Microsoft Surface Pro Review
The second installment of Microsoft’s new hybrid computer, between a tablet and a laptop, hit shelves last weekend. It is still amazing to think that this is only Microsoft’s second computer they have ever made, primarily focusing on software rather than hardware. The Surface Pro is a 10.6 inch touch screen with an optional Snap-On keyboard ($130). It features an Intel processor that is found [...]
Filed in: Computers
HTC Droid DNA Review
The HTC Droid DNA
HTC has seen some difficult times lately, as it has seen it’s place in the smartphone market steadily shrink amid gains by competitors Apple and Samsung. As late as Q3 2011 it was the leading smartphone manufacturer in the United States. The company needs a shot in the arm and believes that the Droid DNA smartphone is the medicine. The question is, will it turn out to be the [...]
Lenovo ThinkPad Twist Quick Review
Lenovo ThinkPad Twist
Years ago there was a clear distinction between computing devices. We had PDA’s, laptops and desktops and that was it. Eventually manufacturers tried their hands at devices that combined the best of each class, culminating into hybrids, like the old touchscreen notebooks with swiveling displays and cumbersome handling. However, Windows 8 has changed the game a bit. Now there [...]
Filed in: Computers, Miscellaneous Gadgets
Swingline Stack-and-Shred 250X Hands Free Shredder Review (video)
With the Swingline Stack-and-Shred 250X Hands Free Shredder, you now have the ability to auto-shred anything! Place up to 250-sheets into the shredder, close the lid, and the work is done . It’s perfect for small offices up to 5 people, and the 250X has near silent operation noise.
Able to shred 250-sheets at once into 3/16″ x 1 1/2″ security level-3 pieces, the Stack-and-Shred [...]
Filed in: Home Gadgets
Accell DisplayPort to DVI Dual-Link Adapter Review
If you use multiple monitors for gaming or multi-tasking, the new DisplayPort-to-DVI Dual-Link Adapter by Accell is your ticket to simplicity. The USB-powered device plugs into your PC’s DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort, and then into either a Single or Dual-Link DVI, providing up to 2560×1600 WQXGA and HDTV resolution over multiple screens.
During testing, we experienced outstanding [...]
Filed in: Computers, Media Gadgets
Samsung Galaxy S III Review
Following the enormous success of the Samsung Galaxy S2, the phone giant has outdone themselves with their third-generation Galaxy S3, which so far has received huge reviews not to mention sales. In fact, according to financials, the Galaxy S III alone has catapulted Samsung into the largest mobile phone manufacturer in the world. While analysts had doubts that Samsung would come out [...]
Filed in: Cell Phones, New Gadgets
Samsung Series 7 Gamer 3D (video)
The Samsung Series 7 Gamer laptop is getting a 3D update to its powerful and lovely screen. The refreshed device is being dubbed as the Series 7 Gamer Yellow 3D, and it’s very sharp with its bright yellow finish. The new over-sized notebook will contain a AMD Radeon HD 7870M GPU and a 14.3-inch SuperBright 3D LED display.
The new guts of the device will also split its twin drive [...]
Snaptracs Tagg Pet Tracker (video)
When your k9 goes missing, it’s never a good feeling. Let me paint the picture: You run around the neighborhood with an enormous pit in your stomach, whaling his name, which echoes throughout your entire subdivison. Believe me, I’ve been there, and it ain’t no picnic. These are the times when that “teach your dog how to use a cell phone” class would [...]
Filed in: Miscellaneous Gadgets, New Gadgets
HEX Code Folio for iPad 3 Review
The boys and girls over at HEX have just come out with a killer case for the iPad 3, the Code Folio. It’s spattered in smooth genuine leather and has an elastic-band closure attached. To close and secure, you simply fold the band over the other side of the case to lock in place. It keeps your valuable tab safe and sound.
Opening the Code Folio up, you’ll find a soft-touch [...]
Filed in: Media Gadgets, New Gadgets
G-Project G-Go Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker review (video)
With water-resistance as its selling point, design firm Boombang’s latest creation, the G-Project $69 G-Go Bluetooth speaker has hit the market with a fury. It just became available in Target stores, and is available in three stunning colors. This little baby not only give your portable hi-fi set-up some flair, but it also sound like a speaker that could be significantly more costly.
The [...]
Filed in: Media Gadgets, New Gadgets
Wireless Broadband Counterbalances Loss of Landlines
You are probably aware of the increasing wireless trend. With all the advancements that have been made, it is not surprising that people want to be online more of the time. However, with all the people switching from wired landline connections to wireless internet, operators will have to do something to counterbalance the lost revenue. Listed below are the four most common ways of regaining [...]
Motorola Droid 4 review
The Motorola Droid 4 ($200 with a two-year contract on Verizon) is the latest keyboarded version of the Droid family. And while Droid hasn’t had a big push on the keyboard-style designs, this one takes the grand prize in terms of usability and function.
The Droid 4 reminds you of the Droid Razr, except significantly thicker, measuring in at 2.75 by 4.98 by 0.50-inches. It [...]
Filed in: Cell Phones, New Gadgets
CamOne Infinity Action Cam
The CamOne Infinity is more than just an action cam. It offers some sophisticated features in a compact package, including an interchangeable lens system. Measuring at 1.9 x 1.7 x 1.3 inches, 3.1 oz and shoots in 1080p at 30 fps and 720p at 60 fps.
The biggest distinguishing feature of the Infinity is, as mentioned, the interchangeable lens system. The camera marries novice [...]
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Acer Iconia Tab A510 (video)
First announced at CES in January, the Acer Iconia Tab A510 is the successor to last year’s Acer A500 Tablet. The A510 can be pre-ordered today in the US and Canada, with a price of $450. Though you can get it in black or white, it’s available in one 32GB configuration for now.
Spec-wise, this is a quad-core slate with 1GB of RAM, a 10.1-inch (1280 x 800) display, 5-megapixel [...]
Crux360 keyboard case for new iPad (video)
If you’re looking for a keyboard case for the new iPad, look no further than the Crux360 by CruxCase. This is the next-generation CruxCase, with some newly added features. First, the clamshell now features a snap in front design that allows for quick access when the case isn’t needed. There is also a “window cover” that now fully protects the rear panel [...]
Filed in: Computers, New Gadgets
Commodore Amiga Mini PC
Commodore is following up its retro throwback, the C64x, with a new small-form-factor PC, the Amiga Mini. Stuffed inside is a 3.5GHz Core i7-2700k CPU, 16GB of DDR3 memory, NVIDIA’s GeForce GT 430 (1GB), a WiFi radio and a 1TB HDD that can be swapped out for a 300GB or 600GB solid state drive. There’s a slot-loading Blu-ray drive by default and internal space for a pair [...]
Filed in: Computers, New Gadgets
Yamaha singing Vocaloid Keyboard (video)
The new Yamaha Vocaloid Keyboard transforms the Vocaloid software into a ready-to-play device. 16-keys represent consonants and vowels, while at the same time selecting a tone on the keyboard. An LED display prints out each letter as its plays, ensuring that you aren’t making any playing errors. Experienced musicians who have used the device found that they were able to [...]
Filed in: Media Gadgets, New Gadgets
Sony Bloggie Sport HD (video)
Adventurers wishing to record their outings on video now have another camcorder at their disposal, the Sony’s Bloggie Sport HD. It’s a ruggedized version of the company’s existing Bloggie camera, which includes a 2.7-inch touchscreen display.
The Sport model records 1080p video, and can also capture 5.1-megapixel stills, even while shooting video. It has a dust-proof casing, [...]
Filed in: Media Gadgets, New Gadgets
Droid RAZR MAXX Review (video)
Let me start by saying that this is my new favorite phone. In short, the Maxx is the Droid Razr with an extended battery, and despite that it’s doubled its battery life, the Motorola Droid Razr Maxx still maintains a very slim, attractive, and durable design with the same gorgeous display, a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, and fast Verizon 4G/LTE data speeds like its predecessor. It [...]
Filed in: Cell Phones, New Gadgets
Upcoming Motorola DROID Fighter
An image of what could be the unannounced DROID Fighter has published on PhoneHK, a Chinese forum. The handset is said to be equipped with the same whopping 3,300 mAh battery that is found in the RAZR MAXX, and a 4.6-inch high-definition display. The image of the phone also shows that the Android navigation buttons that appear on the RAZR model is no longer present, leading speculation [...]
HTC Vivid gets Ice Cream Sandwich (video)
AT&T just announced that their HTC Vivid will start receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) update now. This update also includes Sense 3.6, and it brings the company’s Beats Audio technology to the 4G LTE handset as well. The ICS update will deliver advanced voice and text input to the device, along with Face Unlock, UI improvements and improved email. The HTC [...]
Samsung Galaxy S III will have Quad-Core Exynos Chipset
An executive at Samsung has confirmed that the company’s highly anticipated Galaxy S III smartphone will be equipped with a quad-core Samsung Exynos chip featuring on-board LTE and WCDMA radios. Other features would include 1.5GHz speed, a 4.8-inch full HD 1080p display, a 2-megapixel front-facing camera, an 8-megapixel rear camera, a ceramic case, 4G LTE connectivity and Android [...]
Is the HTC One X Sprint’s new Flagship Phone?
While the Samsung Galaxy Nexus and LG Viper will be the first 4G handsets to launch on Sprint’s upcoming LTE network in the second quarter, there’s a new report that suggests Sprint will follow these models up with a flagship launch early this summer. Blogger S4GRU on Sunday reports that a smartphone code-named the HTC Jet will hit store shelves on June 10th, nearly two [...]
Snap Folding Skateboard Review (video)
SNAP Skateboard has just created the world’s first folding skateboard, an aluminum board that folds into three segments so that you can easily transport it wherever you go. The hinged, aluminum board is designed for both tricks and riding, and when this standard wheeled board is folded, you can carry it in a bag or under your arm for those times when you can’t ride it.
Instead [...]
Filed in: New Gadgets, Sports Gadgets
Sony Mobile Debuts Xperia Sola with Floating Touch Screen Technology
Sony Mobile just released a video showing their new floating touch screen technology on the SM Sola smartphone. The new technology allows you to hover over the screen to move a virtual mouse pointer around, and when links are highlighted, you can then tap the screen to click on it.
The new technology allows you to interact with your smartphone up to 20mm away from the screen.
Features [...]
iPad Hits Stores Today (video)
This post is for those who have been living under a rock for the last month. Otherwise, you can ignore. Apple’s latest generation, the iPad, or iPad 3, or iPad HD, whatever you want to call it…..Apple is just calling it the iPad…..IS AVAILABLE IN RETAIL STORES STARTING TODAY!!! Of course, those following the iPad launch news knew that you could pre-order it two [...]
PRINCE EXO3 Tour 100 16×18 Tennis Racquet review
The softer feel and an increase in power is what you’re going to get with the new Prince EXO3 Tour 100 16×18 racquet, especially if you’ve used its predecessor, the Prince Ozone Tour. It’s relatively light at 11.5-ounces strung, and is a very good 100 sq-inch-head racquet if you’re looking for a bunch of control and maneuverability, thanks to its [...]
CompuLab Intense PC, Their Most Powerful Miniature Fanless PC to Date
Israeli-based CompuLab has announced there most powerful miniature fanless PC to date for a second-quarter release. Designed for customization and extensibility, and based around Intel’s second generation Core i processors, the Intense PC features a 6Gbps SATA 3 connection for internal 2.5-inch format hard drive or SSD storage, an HDMI 1.4 port with support for up to 1920 x 1200 screen [...]
Filed in: Computers, New Gadgets
Sazzi Brings Barefoot Technology to Sandals (video)
The ancient Anasazi civilization provide the inspiration for Sazzi Toe Motion Footwear, which extends the individual-toed footwear trend seen on the likes of the Vibram Five Fingers to sandals.
“The Anasazi, ancestors to the Hopi people, were truly ahead of their time …” Sazi explains on its website. “Their sandals utilized two toe posts to stabilize their feet [...]
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