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Go round the sun with ChumAlong!

om — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:28:47 +0000

Many solar devices have started invading the market and they prove to be profitable in more than one way. So, here’s ChumAlong - the latest contender in the line-up.

The solar devices are -

1. Economical

2. Eco friendly

3. Durable

And many more advantages. But the problem is that they do not get the full impact of the sun’s rays. The ChumAlong helps to keep the solar cells always towards the sun.

Even as its position changes, the Chumalong makes sure that the panel is always pointed towards the brightest point in the sky so that the full force of the sun’s rays are experienced by the photovoltaic panel.

Your bathroom music system!

om — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:53:00 +0000

Are you one of those who enjoy a shower along with your own favorite choice of music? If your answer is yes, then this is just the perfect gadget for you.

The wireless Bathroom speaker allows you to enjoy music at your bathroom.

The plash proof speaker makes use of the wireless technology to render music for you from the iPod or any other MP3 player.

It also has a built in FM radio in it. Moreover, there is also a LCD clock in it as well.

The transmitter can be left in another room with its jack plugged in to the audio source.

As far as pricing is concerned, it costs about 41 USD!

Cute Puppy Shaped USB Powered Speakers launched

om — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:13:46 +0000

The Cute Puppy Shaped USB Powered Speakers that will line up at both the sides of workstation or laptop and sit beautifully on your table, have been launched today!

These USB powered speakers comprise of two separate breeds, a Dalmatian puppy at the right side and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel at the left side.

These lovely speakers are manufactured by Technology of Japan Trust and are popular as “Wonderful speakers”, as stated by the designer of the speakers.

The speaker is installed on the abdomen of the puppy with sound evading from its unit base.

Though these cute Puppy shaped speakers are placed in the belly of the puppy the quality of the sound coming from these speakers is good enough to listen and to enjoy the music.

What’s more, along with the speakers, a remote control to control the sound comes in the shape of a guitar!

No update on how much they will really cost in dollars, but as of now they’re available only to the Japanese buyers.

Via [ Latest TechNews ] | [ Latest Gadget-Reviews ]

Keep your pets clean the safer way!

om — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:46:35 +0000

Worried about that stinky odor that you have to encounter every time you wish to pamper your pet? There is an easy way to tackle it out today.

The Ionic Pet comb helps you to not just get rid of the odors, but also those flies and other micro organisms around your pet.

What is rather impressive is the sheer fact that it does it all without any kind of chemicals.

This grooming tool emits many harmless ions that kill the fleas and also neutralize the odor of your pet.

This is for sure a healthy and safe groom tool.

Via: [Latest-TechNews]

Thunderbird vs Windows Live Mail: Inconsistencies that you might have never noticed

om — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 22:48:49 +0000

There are few other minor inconsistencies in Windows Live Mail (abbreviated WLM commonly), which not many bother to notice (and it doesn’t really matter a lot), nevertheless they can be surely tagged as inconsistent behaviour of the program.

Let us consider some of them:

Firstly, the “Print” label next to the button is missing (though it doesn’t make too much of difference but it does look odd and definitely a bug in technical terms)

Likewise, when you try to right click the title bar, you’ll see the standard menu bar, and when you try to click-off of the secondary click-dropdown, menu bar suddenly goes off.

There are several other downsides of WLM, which include lack of search options as well as other irritating bugs, which Microsoft doesn’t even accept as bugs, leave aside even thinking about fixing them.

When you consider its close competitor Thunderbird, none of these issues are prevalent. However, Thunderbird has problems with accessing multiple hotmail accounts too.

So, if you’re someone who can’t simply live without adding a new plug-in every now and then, the Windows Live Mail must never be on your cards, but if you don’t really care about these small little things and just wish to access multiple mail accounts, the Windows Live Mail is not a bad option!

You can read a thorough comparative analysis of Thunderbird versus WLM here

Apple all set to release the iPhone 3GS!

om — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 18:36:10 +0000

Apple has maintained exclusive supremacy in the market in field of smartphones, iPods as well as apps for these gadgets. Now, after releasing plenty of apps and OS upgrades for the iPhone 3G, Apple is moving towards the next generation of iPhone - the iPhone 3G S.

Some of them believe that S stands for supreme in the iPhone 3 G S, while the rest don’t really care what it really stands for.

The more interesting part of the story is that the updgraded version of the iPhone 3G will make up for most of the missing features such as video recording, MMS, as well as the lack of a good camera.

The iPhone 3G S will feature a powerful 5Mega pixel camera with autofocus and video recording, along with WiFi, 3G, and all other regular options.

The browsing experience will be taken to the next level, while the disappoint will be brought to an end in all forms.

Probably, the Apple fans would have enjoyed the iPhone 3G with these top end features, even if would have cost another $50-100 extra for the same.

Nonetheless, as the good old saying goes - it’s never too late, at least for Apple, who managed to maintain the lead in the market even with a smartphone like iPhone 3G, which had loads of features missing.

The iPhone 3G S will hit the European and American markets next month, while the Asian customers will again have to wait for another couple of months as usual.

Microsoft to offer FREEWARE?

om — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:19:16 +0000

Microsoft and FREE stuff - ummm sounds too hard to be true! But, this time MS has decided to enter the race of freeware anti-virus packages by rolling out its latest Microsoft Windows Live-one Care security package, which will be called the Microsoft Morro.

Still dumbstruck? Then, here’s some more shocking news!

The Microsoft Morro will be competiting with the likes of MacAfee, Norton, Kaspersky, Symantec, Avira and the other premium anti-virus programs.

The BETA version is under thorough testing at the moment, and is expected to come out anytime next month.

With the full release of Windows 7 around the corner, the Microsoft Morro will be yet another exciting deal from the house of Microsoft, though it’s not a good time to comment about what it would be able to offer.

So’ let’s wait and watch, what kind of show Microsoft succeeds in putting up next month with the BETA release of Morro!

The foot mobile charger!

om — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 11:00:40 +0000

Orange, the world leaders in mobile technology have come up with an outdoor mobile charger called ‘the Power Pump Charger’.

Got Wind has created this compact generator that helps you to charge your mobile from a turbine that is driven by air bed foot pump.

It measures about 154 x 129 x 47mm and is light in weight.

The power taken to inflate a pillow is sufficient to charge the mobile for 5 minutes of talk time.

This charger works with many of the popular mobile handsets. So exercise yourself, and at the same time give life to the battery of your mobile phone as well.

Wanna make your mouse more colorful!

om — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:05:11 +0000

Bored with that usual black and white mouse? Waiting for something funkier? Logitech just read out your mind. Check this out!

Logitech has come up with Logitech V220 cordless optical mouse that has already hit the market. It gives you a graphic design with new and bright colors.

Presently this comes out in blue, pink, red and purple along with various patterns that are present on them.

This works on RF based USB receiver and the three buttons present in it allow it to be used with Linux, Mac OS X and Windows operating systems as well.

This plug and play peripheral can be yours at a cost of just $29.99!

iPod with a Hi-Fi music system?

om — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:59:13 +0000

If you are under the impression that an iPod always comes with those tiny Dockers, then probably you are wrong. JVC has come up with UX LP5,which has an iPod dock that can be opened whenever needed.

This sound system features both audio and video outputs and this allows the users to take not just the music output from the iPod, but also the videos.

The twin speakers provide remarkable audio clarity. With an output of 70W and an Am/FM tuner, it includes a CD and MP3 Player that reads the wma format as well.

It also has a USB port and it is now available for a price of $149.95.