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• ZOMM keeps your keys and phone close
• The Solar Powered Dragonfly Kit
• Bedside House-Shaped Booklight
• Flexible Mini Capsule Microphone for iPhone 3GS
• Ball Claw holds it in place
• Sense concept plays with your emotion
• LG to introduce mobile DTV in US
• Samsung releases new range of netbooks
• Samsung NX10 digital camera announced
• Gadget Thumbnails for 03-Jan-2010

ZOMM keeps your keys and phone close Posted: 04 Jan 2010 02:34 PM PST Little things like your keys and cellphone are easy to lose.  They’re probably the most commonly lost items for the average person.  Some people find ways to keep track of these items.  However, if you’re still on the lookout for a method that will work for you, then perhaps you could give ZOMM a try.  It’s said to be the world’s first wireless leash for cellphones.  It helps you keep both items close to each other and from getting lost. Of course, if you lose both your keys and your cellphone at the same time, it would cause a problem.  The device connects via Bluetooth to your cellphone and hangs on a keychain with your keys.  Then you set a distance and once the cellphone gets outside that distance the keychain will start to beep at you.  It also will work as a wireless speaker phone and has a panic feature.  The panic portion works when you press the button on the front, it’ll start shrieking and automatically dial emergency services.  It’s rumored that this will be priced at around $80, but as of now it’s not actually out. Source: OhGizmo Introducing Foolish Gadgets because not all gadgets are cool [ ZOMM keeps your keys and phone close copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

The Solar Powered Dragonfly Kit Posted: 04 Jan 2010 01:58 PM PST Lawn ornaments are still found in a great deal of yards, yet slowly they’re changing.  It used to be you could watch them change as soon as there was a strong breeze.  However, instead of these dragonflies flapping their wings with the wind, they are powered by the sun.  Thankfully, they do still keep their power source eco-friendly, but in a slightly more hi-tech way. These solar powered dragonflies come in a set of two.  Their textured wings make an attempt to make realistic movements.  You’ll have to do some assembling yourself, but you won’t have to use any glue.  You just snap together or screw parts of the dragonfly together.  It does require a hobby knife, a side cutter and other basic tools.  You can purchase the kit for $34.05 through Amazon. Source: Technabob Cool Gift Idea: Digital Picture Frames, check out our reviews. [ The Solar Powered Dragonfly Kit copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Bedside House-Shaped Booklight Posted: 04 Jan 2010 01:07 PM PST Reading in bed is a soothing way to unwind from a long day for many people.  With this booklight, you’ll no longer have a need for a bookmark, nor will your book have any dog eared pages.  Just place your current book right on top of the light and you have yourself an interesting way to keep track of what page you’re on. The light uses a low energy 11 watt bulb.  Which means you can leave your book on the light all night long and the bulb will never get hot enough to damage the book.  Just plug the light into the wall and it will give you a soft light to read by.  The dim light would be great to help slow your brain down a little.  Unfortunately, right now the light isn’t available through the Firebox US site.  That means that unless you’re in the UK you may be out of luck.  The price is set at £39.95 and if they come in stock for the US again, they’ll cost you $64. Source: RGS Cool Gift Idea: Digital Picture Frames, check out our reviews. [ Bedside House-Shaped Booklight copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Flexible Mini Capsule Microphone for iPhone 3GS Posted: 04 Jan 2010 06:30 AM PST So you’ve gotten yourself a brand new iPhone 3GS and think that it is the bee’s knees – well here’s news for you. It isn’t exactly the best device out there, as there still isn’t anything which can do everything well, and the iPhone 3GS is no exception. One of its major weaknesses would be less-than-satisfactory sound quality when recording, which is why the new Flexible Mini Capsule Microphone from Brando was introduced – it is highly flexible, allowing you to point the microphone on its swiveling base to receive sound from any direction, and doing so with a 25+ dB gain for enhanced sound clarity and quality. Compatible with the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone 2G and iPod Nano 4G, you will be able to pick up this nifty device for $14. Check out the Coolest Gadgets 2008 Gift Guides, Christmas shopping made easy. [ Flexible Mini Capsule Microphone for iPhone 3GS copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Ball Claw holds it in place Posted: 04 Jan 2010 06:00 AM PST Get your mind out of the gutter – the Ball Claw isn’t some medieval device concocted by the Women’s Lib back then, but is actually a quick and convenient method to keep your collection of sports balls organized, regardless of whether their dwelling place of choice is the basement, garage or bedroom. Not only that, it displays and preserves your sports ball collection with dignity and pomp, and you will be able to choose from basketball, soccer, football and volleyball models. All of them retail for $9.99 a pop, and would make for the perfect present for little Johnny. Cool Gift Idea: Digital Picture Frames, check out our reviews. [ Ball Claw holds it in place copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Sense concept plays with your emotion Posted: 04 Jan 2010 05:30 AM PST We often think that machines are cold and unfeeling devices, making their decisions based on logic and logic alone (those who watched Terminator Salvation ought to be able to relate), which is why we rely on our feelings to churn out more human-like devices, as in the case of CD&I Associates with their Sense concept. The Sense concept is a wireless device which is touted to offer a “more emotional connection between users and experiences” using touch and smell. This would mean users will be able to experience haptic, thermal and olfactory sensations whenever they indulge in games, sit through a movie or even shop online, thanks to a tactile hand sheath and flavor-ink printed output. I’m not too sure about the flavor – would you like to taste your own blood in your mouth after getting pummeled to a pulp by your opponent in Street Fighter IV? How about having a go at Left 4 Dead, only to smell bile and other offending scents which might lead your wife to think you’re secretly harboring a skunk at home. Still, this concept ought to be commended as CD&I Associates wants to elevate everyday experiences like shopping, gaming and watching media online to a whole new level thanks to their wireless sensory aid. The system, with its tactile, heated sheath will be able to stimulate nerve receptors in the hand that in turn recreates the pressure, temperature, roughness, softness, or hardness properties of an object that is currently being viewed. Of course, there is a whole lot of work to be done here since the developers will need to encode the smell, touch and taste variations of multiple subjects being viewed, which is an extremely tedious task to say the least. Half a dozen flavor cartridges will feature in the Sense, where it is capable of mimicking basic flavor types including bitterness, sweetness and saltiness among others. They are also toying with the idea of including seven more wax cartridges with micro emanators to reproduce different types of smell. All in all, the Sense concept looks and sounds like something just for the rich – I would much rather spend my money purchasing an ink cartridge for my printer instead of refilling these flavor and wax cartridges. What about you? Source: Gizmag Introducing Foolish Gadgets because not all gadgets are cool [ Sense concept plays with your emotion copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

LG to introduce mobile DTV in US Posted: 04 Jan 2010 05:00 AM PST South Korean companies have certainly come a long way since they first started off on wobbly ground, and boy are they conquering the global market in many industries. Their automakers, Hyundai and Kia are even able to give the Japanese companies a run for their yen, and Samsung and LG are already global players where consumer electronics are concerned. We’ll be taking a closer look at the latter today, with LG Electronics having the honor of introducing the industry’s first portable, battery-operated mobile DTV Stateside, where it was specially designed to receive new rugged over-the-air signals being transmitted by local broadcasters. The future for mobile DTV looks bright as hundreds of stations are expected to sign on the air this year in order to cater for portable TV reception demand that is currently on the uptrend. Officially known as the DP570MH Mobile Digital Television with DVD Playback, it will be formally introduced to the masses at CES 2010 later this week. According to Tim Alessi, director of product development, LG Electronics USA, “It’s easy to receive Mobile DTV broadcasts with LG’s new Mobile Digital Television set, which comes equipped with a built-in antenna and the ability to play DVD and CD discs. Even on a fast-moving train, a viewer should expect robust reception from favorite local channels – unlike some small digital TV sets currently on the market.” Capable of receiving mobile DTV on demand virtually anywhere and at any speed, the DP570MH Mobile Digital Television ensures you don’t miss a TV moment regardless of where you are. Other features include stereo speakers and a 7″ widescreen display at WQVGA resolution of 480 x 234, where the LG Mobile Digital TV was designed in such a manner that you are able to tilt its display screen to your preferred angle so as not to strain those eyes of yours during lengthy shows. Placing it in your bag is a snap – just fold down the clamshell-style screen and it will transform into a manageable 9.5″ x 6.5″ device. Other abilities include audio, photo and video playback, USB 2.0 connectivity and an integrated DVD player. Expect the DP570MH Portable Television to hit the market later this year for $249. Press Release Introducing Foolish Gadgets because not all gadgets are cool [ LG to introduce mobile DTV in US copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Samsung releases new range of netbooks Posted: 04 Jan 2010 04:30 AM PST Samsung is not going to let the opportunity to introduce new netbooks pass by, not when they are trying to press their advantage to reach the summit in that department worldwide. This has prompted the consumer electronics giant to come up with a wide range of netbooks that are sure to captivate your heart (one model at the very least, of course), in the form of the Samsung N210, N220, N150 and NB30. Specially designed to provide maximum personal freedom, the N210 and N220 are capable of functioning for up to 12 hours of secure connected mobility before requiring a trip to the nearest power outlet, while the N150 is less energetic with an 8.5 hour battery life. As for the NB30, this model is able to go for 11 hours before zoning out. How did Samsung manage to introduce such impressive battery-powered performance? We believe it has something to do with the use of Intel’s latest Pine Trail Atom N450 processor alongside a more energy efficient LED display and Samsung's proprietary Enhanced Battery Life solution. Apart from their superior battery life, the N210, N220, N150 and NB30 also come with a range of display features which will enhance the visual experience, thanks to their new 10.1″ LED anti-reflective display that will fine-tune both movies and images to deliver the sharpest details and boldest colors possible without straining your eyes. In addition, you won’t experience the pesky mirror effect under bright lights or in sunny weather, which goes to say a whole lot. With the use of its integrated Easy Resolution Manager tool, changing the screen resolution to suit the ocassion is a snap, while holding video conferences and calls are easily done thanks to its built-in Digital LiveCam. Another nice touch that Samsung has included would be its mark and scratch-resistant durable casing which prolongs the aesthetic life of your netbook, perhaps making it easier to sell on eBay or other auction sites once you no longer have any more use for it. You precious data within the hard drive remains safer as well compared to conventional netbooks courtesy of its hard disk drive freefall sensor that will park the hard drive automatically whenever the netbook drops. Interestingly enough, Samsung knows that accidents involving fluids around netbooks are prone to happen, which is why they included a water-tight seal around the system to prevent potential damage from contact with up to 50 cc of spilled water if removed within 10 seconds – best to keep a roll of tissues with you at all times then. Press Release Tech Cult – We cover the latest tech news, but always with a funny twist. [ Samsung releases new range of netbooks copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Samsung NX10 digital camera announced Posted: 04 Jan 2010 04:00 AM PST Samsung attemps to light up CES 2010 with another digital camera offering in the form of the NX10, where despite coming in a sleek and compact body, it is able to offer users optimum image quality to help you capture creative shots without any compromise in portability. Being this effective is made possible thanks to a fast and decisive auto focus (AF), 14.6-megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and a special, large 3.0" AMOLED screen, enabling avid shutterbugs to view their images easily despite being under bright sunlight. Sometimes, however, photos don’t tell the whole story (or have a thousand word limit according to tradition), which is why video recording comes in handy as well, with the NX10 being full well capable of handling HD movie recording without missing a beat. Boasting one of the fastest AF in its class on the market, this claim is made possible courtesy of Samsung’s new DRIMe II Pro engine and advanced AF algorithm. Basically, the Samsung NX10 might look like a standard digital camera on the outside, but within it lies the heart of a DSLR, thanks to a successful integration of the APS-C size CMOS sensor with a mirrorless interchangeable lens which results in a sleek, lightweight camera that can be carried around anywhere and everywhere without spraining that shoulder of yours. All HD movie recording will be performed in the H.264 codec for a wider range of playback compatibility. Other features available on the Samsung NX10 aim to help you be a better shutterbug thanks to its integrated technology, featuring in-depth manual controls, a Smart Auto function that is capable of selecting the best shooting mode, a Smart Range feature which lets you express bright and dark areas simultaneously within the same frame, and a Supersonic Dust Reduction system that prevents dust particles from impairing the image. Press Release Introducing Foolish Gadgets because not all gadgets are cool [ Samsung NX10 digital camera announced copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Gadget Thumbnails for 03-Jan-2010 Posted: 03 Jan 2010 09:01 PM PST Machine Gun USB Drive Brain Trainer works your head Battery-Powered Simply Espresso Machine Cool Gift Idea: Digital Picture Frames, check out our reviews. [ Gadget Thumbnails for 03-Jan-2010 copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

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