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• Golf Ball Launcher fires Titleists
• Bloxels glow-in-the-dark interactive blocks
• Bionic Ear with Headphones let you spy on the neighbors
• Single Handle LED Glass Sink Faucet
• Round 2 of Crazy Earphones from Solid Alliance
• Thanko HDD Media Player
• Venturer HD action camcorder
• Gadget Thumbnails for 27-Dec-2009
• Cydle to offer new devices at CES 2010
• Angle Tracking and Location at Home System (ATLAS) bimanual rehabilitation glove
• Metro Pink Cosmopolitan phone
• Mini Folding Fan for notebooks

Golf Ball Launcher fires Titleists Posted: 28 Dec 2009 04:41 PM PST I’m not the type who is really into golfing. Heck, I’ve never even hit a ball on the driving range. I can imagine that it must be difficult to hit a tiny ball on the ground with a small pole with a wedge on the end of it. I’m sure I would get frustrated with it really fast, and I would probably want to shoot something. (Something not alive, just so no one thinks I’m crazy!) Maybe this is why someone invented the Golf Ball Launcher, a gun that can shoot a golfball at about 300 yards. I’m not certain if the $795 pricetag is worth it, because this thing is just plain fun. Too bad they don’t make a rapid-fire version of this, because I wouldn’t mind spraying a few things with it. (Things that are also not alive, by the way.) By the way, the Golf Ball Launcher actually has a warning on it that warns the Golf ball shooter not to use it on a driving range if the course does not respect it. Man, I wouldn’t think you would need a warning label like that. Perhaps a better warning label would be: “don’t shoot anyone with this”. By the way, just because this involves golf and a device that can inflict damage, doesn’t mean that I need to tell some weak Tiger Woods joke. Source Cool Gift Idea: Digital Picture Frames, check out our reviews. [ Golf Ball Launcher fires Titleists copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Bloxels glow-in-the-dark interactive blocks Posted: 28 Dec 2009 04:15 PM PST Bloxels aren’t just any blocks, but they can change color and glow. Of course, it uses the power of technology to create this luminous and colorful effect. Think of it as some colorful Legos, and each of the blocks has a transmitter so you can make some beautiful designs. Bloxels are not just some glowing cube, but the Bloxels work by obtaining its color data from the lower level Bloxel. Somehow the data is transmitted through a series of infrared high-speed flickers. Bloxels are the creation of Jinha Lee, who had a vision of pixels that “escaped the monitor screen and became controllable by people”? I suppose the name Bloxel comes form a combination of the word “block” and “pixel”. Each Bloxel consists of two full color LEDs for display, nine infrared LEDs for data transmission, a photo detector, battery, and micro controller. As I mentioned before, this is from the creation of Jinha Lee, but there doesn’t seem to be any toy companies in line to purchase this. I suppose that it could be sort of educational, and maybe they could figure out a way to make the blocks in all sorts of building block shapes. Of course, there are a lot of batteries to be sold separately here. Source Tech Cult – We cover the latest tech news, but always with a funny twist. [ Bloxels glow-in-the-dark interactive blocks copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Bionic Ear with Headphones let you spy on the neighbors Posted: 28 Dec 2009 11:00 AM PST For those of you that enjoy listening to conversations at a safe distance, now you can have a gadget to help you out with that.  You can also watch intently through the built-in monocular.  Of course this could be used for things besides spying.  For nature lovers you could sit in the woods and watch a far off deer or listen to the birds. The Bionic Ear can hear faint sounds from up to 20-30 meters away and then loud noises from up to 100 meters away.  The device can also record up to 12 seconds of sound at a time.  Then you can have those 12 seconds to listen to again and again.  You can even adjust the frequency to improve the clarity of sound.  The monocular offers 8x magnification.  You can purchase it for $39 through Chinavasion. Source: TechChee Tech Cult – We cover the latest tech news, but always with a funny twist. [ Bionic Ear with Headphones let you spy on the neighbors copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Single Handle LED Glass Sink Faucet Posted: 28 Dec 2009 09:29 AM PST LED lights seem to show up in the strangest places, including the faucet for your sink.  This one changes how water pours into the sink.  Instead of your average type of faucet, this pours through a very flat looking piece of glass.  Making washing your hands a miniature light show every single time.  Don’t worry, despite that this sink is quite a bit different from the normal faucet, it isn’t too outrageously priced. The faucet is said to have an extremely easy installation process, even for those that have no experience installing faucets.  Although these faucets feature LED lights, it doesn’t appear that these change colors at all.  The faucets have proven to never leak thanks to its durable ceramic valves.  You can purchase this Single Handle LED Glass Sink Faucet for $65 a piece from Shop Kami. Source: ChipChick Check out the Coolest Gadgets 2008 Gift Guides, Christmas shopping made easy. [ Single Handle LED Glass Sink Faucet copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Round 2 of Crazy Earphones from Solid Alliance Posted: 28 Dec 2009 08:32 AM PST There’s nothing quite like owning a pair of earphones that make it appear as if you have a mushroom growing out of both ears.  You’re bound to turn heads, but you may cease to turn the heads of the opposite sex in a way that you’d prefer.  Instead of a come hither look, you may begin to receive that social leper look.  However, if you can ignore all of that, you’ll have some of the most unique and hilarious earphones around. These Crazy Earphones will be released next month.  It appears that it’ll only include four different versions.  There are the mushrooms, the arrow through an apple, a miniature ear and then a katana.  Each one begins one one ear and makes it appear as if it goes through to the next.  Each pair will cost you $22.  Although they’re only being released in Japan, so it may be difficult for those outside Japan. Source: Crunchgear Coolest Gadgets UK – For all your UK centric tech and gadget news. [ Round 2 of Crazy Earphones from Solid Alliance copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Thanko HDD Media Player Posted: 28 Dec 2009 04:30 AM PST Thanko is back with yet another device, and good thing this one is not silly or impractical, but offers those bitten by the digital entertainment bug another option to view all their favorite movies and listen to their well-loved tunes. The Thanko HDD Media Player doubles up as a cradle for 2.5" and 3.5" SATA hard drives while featuring an SD memory card slot that is able to handle up to 16GB SDHCs. Connectivity options are aplenty here, where you can choose from HDMI, Component (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr), S/VGA and Composite, allowing you to enjoy it over a computer or a TV. Apart from that, you get a one-touch backup button for easy duplication of your essential data. Source: Akihabaranews Coolest Gadgets UK – For all your UK centric tech and gadget news. [ Thanko HDD Media Player copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Venturer HD action camcorder Posted: 28 Dec 2009 04:00 AM PST Are you one who always loves living life on the edge? Why not record all your experiences in full High Definition with the Venturer HD action camcorder? This camcorder will capture your videos in 1080p glory, while being able to snap 8-megapixel photos at the same time without being larger than the average cellphone in terms of size. Boasting a swivel camera, you are better able to aim your shot while checking out a live preview on its LCD TFT display. If you prefer standard definition videos, it will do so in 60fps for unprecedented smoothness. All videos are stored in the universal MPEG-4 format for easy playback across a myriad of other devices. With an HDMI out port, you will be able to relive those hair-raising moments on your large screen HDTV with others. Heck, it is more affordable compared to other HD camcorders in the market, retailing for $118.58 although it might lack the brand power. Check out the Coolest Gadgets 2008 Gift Guides, Christmas shopping made easy. [ Venturer HD action camcorder copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Gadget Thumbnails for 27-Dec-2009 Posted: 27 Dec 2009 09:01 PM PST Cydle to offer new devices at CES 2010 Angle Tracking and Location at Home System (ATLAS) bimanual rehabilitation glove Metro Pink Cosmopolitan phone Mini Folding Fan for notebooks The USB Duckling 4 Port Hub 4GB Spy CMOS Camera Cap With Remote Control Machine Gun Ammo USB Drive Cool Gift Idea: Digital Picture Frames, check out our reviews. [ Gadget Thumbnails for 27-Dec-2009 copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Cydle to offer new devices at CES 2010 Posted: 27 Dec 2009 08:28 PM PST CES 2010 is the launchpad for many companies where new products are concerned, and Cydle isn’t going to miss out on the party next January by offering to unveil the first portable GPS with built-in HD Radio and free HD live traffic updates in the world. The Korea-based company hopes that their portable GPS system will turn any vehicle into a haven, even if it is a bone shaker, offering the driver with various options to get to their destination accurately within the routes selected, or keeping the kids in the back seat entertained while one’s family is on a long road trip in order to avoid the dreaded repetitious question, “Are we there yet?” New technology employed includes GPS with HD Traffic Update, where one is able to receive Live Traffic updates up to 10 times faster compared to its competitors. The new T43H from Cydle will feature integrated HD Radio, where one will receive free HD Traffic. Inside the T43H will also feature both internal and external antennas, where they will refresh automatically to include the most up-to-date information concerning accidents, traffic speed and road construction areas. All you need to do when behind the wheel is to key in the destination and receive real-time alerts as they go, but do use some common sense as well since it has been proven that not all GPS maps have been updated to reflect real world conditions. Other features of the T43H goes include a high-resolution 4.3″ screen, audio and video playback alongside support for a wide variety of multimedia file formats. You can also use this to flick through photos of your favorite memories, although we would recommend you keep your eyes on the road instead. Retailing for $299 a pop, there won’t be any hidden costs or subscription fees attached to the Cydle T43H. No idea on when the exact release date would be alongside the markets it will be rolled out in, but we guess that more light will be shed when CES 2010 rolls around. Source: Slashgear Cool Gift Idea: Digital Picture Frames, check out our reviews. [ Cydle to offer new devices at CES 2010 copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Angle Tracking and Location at Home System (ATLAS) bimanual rehabilitation glove Posted: 27 Dec 2009 08:19 PM PST Strokes are one of the more serious diseases to strike anyone, and in some cases, it could prove to be fatal. Otherwise, others might get off lightly with a change in diet and lifestyle required, while a handful will suffer from limited movement and some degree of paralysis. Apart from getting the proper medical treatment and love from the rest of friends and family, rehabilitation is also important if one wants to regain some semblance of motor functions. The Angle Tracking and Location at Home System (ATLAS) bimanual rehabilitation glove was developed by students at Northeastern University, where it supposedly helps post-stroke patients recover their motor skills. This is made possible thanks to integrated sensors in the ATLAS system alongside a feedback mechanism which interfaces with a computer to allow hand training at home. This is one ATLAS that might not enhance your geographical knowledge, but it will definitely be a boon to those who can’t drive to the location themselves to receive proper physical therapy or find it just too expensive. At least you can rehabilitate yourself in the comfort of your own home, where a series of sensors within the ATLAS offers resistance in hand exercises. Virtual reality games are displayed on a computer which is synchronized to the glove, making the entire rehab experience all the more fun minus any drab. We’re hoping that the final product would be a low-cost virtual-environment based glove system which can be utilized by all and sundry to be used for motor retraining of the arm, hand, fingers and thumb in patients. Of course, where low-cost is mentioned here, it more or less applies to developed nations, where those living in emerging countries might find it a whole lot more expensive due to their lower purchasing power. No pun intended, but if this were to be released, it would win the other rehab options hands down. Source: MedGadget Coolest Gadgets UK – For all your UK centric tech and gadget news. [ Angle Tracking and Location at Home System (ATLAS) bimanual rehabilitation glove copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Metro Pink Cosmopolitan phone Posted: 27 Dec 2009 07:52 PM PST If you’re the type who love standing out from the crowd and yet don’t want to jump aboard the branded items bandwagon, the Metro Pink Cosmopolitan phone might be just the handset for you – assuming you’re in the market for one, of course. This unique dual SIM swivel screen QWERTY handset is relatively affordable at $100 a pop, where it will come unlocked, while boasting a design that looks totally different from what you’ve seen on the market. It is impossible to classify this as a candybar or a slider, but more of a square-slider. Each handset works across all four bands, where each purchase will come with a free 2GB microSD memory card. Something tells me that the user interface isn’t going to be as sweet as the design though. so caveat emptor applies here. Coolest Gadgets UK – For all your UK centric tech and gadget news. [ Metro Pink Cosmopolitan phone copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Mini Folding Fan for notebooks Posted: 27 Dec 2009 07:46 PM PST Most notebook cooling fans look the same – they all come in a single, rectangular design that is more often than not boring to say the least. This one from UXSight, however, is slightly different, as it does bear some resemblance to shurikens from ninjas of yore, coming in the form of a Mini Folding Fan. Yes sir, this black notebook cooling pad features an integrated fan which will help dissipate hot air away from your notebook to keep things running nice and cool. As we all know, electronics are loathe towards heat and dust, so this kills two birds with one stone. Boasting a low running noise, it requires not a power adapter since juice is provided directly via a USB port. When not in use, you can fold up the fan’s “fins”, so to speak, for easy transportation. It costs a mere $9.69 – any takers? Check out the Coolest Gadgets 2008 Gift Guides, Christmas shopping made easy. [ Mini Folding Fan for notebooks copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

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