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Iron Man 2 USB Drive
The Dog Walker Dumbbells
Solar Elephant Night Light
Western Digital announces WD TV Live HD media player
Sony enhances its range of Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HXs
WonKey comes in handy just about anywhere, anytime
Gadget Thumbnails for 10-May-2010
Moshi unveils mini DP to HDMI adapter
Shock absorbers are capable of generating electricity
Sony ready to roll out new VAIO P Series

Posted: 11 May 2010 03:00 PM PDT

Now that Iron Man 2 has hit the theaters and most people have had a chance to swing by and watch it, if you liked it you might want a little gear to go with it. Thankfully Tyme Machine has a small but useable item to show off your love for the new movie. Normally he looks like just a cute miniature of Iron Man 2, but if you pop off his head it’ll reveal a USB drive stored within.

The drive is a fully sculpted 3D drive that comes in several different sizes. Those being 4GB, 8GB and 16GB. Sadly they don’t say if he lights up at all when he’s actually plugged into a USB port. To get your own 4GB it costs $34.99, for the 8GB it’s $44.99 and the 16GB is $59.99. If you intend to use it for music the site lets you know exactly how many hours of music you’ll get with each individual drive.

Source: CrunchGear

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The Dog Walker Dumbbells

Posted: 11 May 2010 02:25 PM PDT

Anyone that prefers walking with weights to get the most out of their walk would normally have a little bit of a balancing act if they’re going with their pet. Granted my dog yanks on the leash hard enough that it gives me a good enough work out that I don’t really feel the need to add to it. Those of you that have a calm dog, this Dog Leash Weight Set is a great way to make it easy to carry a weight and a leash.

Each of the weights has something for your dog stashed directly on them. One side has the 16′ leash with a 3-way trigger. Then on the other is a compartment to hang onto things like treats and bags to clean up any messes your dog happens to leave behind. The dumbbell itself weighs 4 and ½ pounds, so it’s not exactly a heavy weight. You can purchase the full set for $59.95 through Hammacher.

Source: OhGizmo

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Solar Elephant Night Light

Posted: 11 May 2010 02:11 PM PDT

Giving a child a little comforting light means using a little extra power within your home to keep a night light up and running. That is unless you happen to pick yourself up this very cute little elephant. The blue elephant happens to get his source of power from somewhere other than your outlet, which means paying less on those power bills that come around every month.

During the day the blue elephant absorbs all of the power it needs from the sun’s rays. Then by night it shines just bright enough to offer a little comfort while it’s dark. The light is actually behind the elephant, which makes it so the elephant is just a silhouette. The panel is on the back of the elephant as well, so you just have to make sure the back is facing a window. To pick one up it’ll cost you £25.99 or about $38.

Source: EnviroGadget

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Western Digital announces WD TV Live HD media player

Posted: 11 May 2010 06:30 AM PDT

Set top boxes seem to get more and more popular these days, and it is no wonder since folks have been conditioned to get things instantly as well as on-demand, leading to an ever increasing pace in our lifestyle which has side effects such as unwanted stress as well as being in a rush all the time. Well, Western Digital surely doesn’t help slow down your life, as it introduces its WD TV Live HD media player that boasts network capability and Full HD 1080p resolution support, making it the first network media player that is compatible with Windows 7 in the market. The WD TV Live HD media player is pretty easy to use, as virtually anyone is able to play media stored on USB and network drives, through any PC on the home network, alongside content from popular websites, all in the comfort of your living room and on the biggest screen in your home. Makes perfect sense to upgrade that TV now, eh?

With the help of Windows 7 Play To feature, users are able to initiate and control the streaming of video, music or photos to the WD TV Live HD media player and home entertainment systems using just about any Windows 7-based PC on their network. As long as your media file is compatible as well as accessible from the PC, you can play it straight to the WD TV Live just by right clicking on the file name in the folder or directly from within Windows Media Player 12 while selecting WD TV Live HD media player as the playback device of choice. Of course, current WD TV Live owners will need to make sure their device is updated to the latest firmware before they are able to take advantage of the Windows 7 Play To feature.

Among the features that are available in the Windows 7-compatible WD TV Live HD media player include :-

Full-HD 1080p video playback and navigation with the included remote control and crisp, animated navigation menus
Play a wide variety of file formats including support for the most popular file formats with no need to spend time transcoding
Play videos, music and photos from the Internet on your big screen TV and discover new music with Pandora Internet radio or listen to thousands of radio stations via Live365 Internet radio
Ethernet port for wired or WiFi connection to access files anywhere on the network to play movies, music, and photos from any PC or drive on a home network
Turns a USB drive into an HD media player and plays content from most popular USB drives, and digital cameras, camcorders, and portable media players that can be recognized as mass storage devices
Unlimited media collection, just add more USB drives for more space
Two USB ports for seamless media playback from multiple USB drives and ability to access them simultaneously while a media library feature collects the content on all the drives into one list sorted by media type
Transfer files by copying, moving or deleting files stored on a USB drive, a network drive, a camcorder, or a camera to the attached USB drive using the on-screen menus
Picture Transfer Protocol support to show photos and movies directly from digital camera or video camera and/or any digital imaging device that supports Picture
Transfer Protocol
Advanced navigation options including thumbnail and list views, media library and search
Photo viewing to create custom slide shows, zoom and pan and search
Movie viewing with fast-forward, rewind, pause, zoom and pan, view subtitles, and search
Music playback with fast-forward, rewind, pause, shuffle, repeat and search
File copying between USB devices
HDMI 1.3 port, composite video and component video output for the highest quality HDTV or home theater
SPDIF digital output that sends digital signals to your AV receiver for the best surround sound experience
Ultra-compact design to fit easily into a home entertainment center

Interested? The WD TV Live HD media player will retail for $149.99 with a 1-year limited warranty.

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Sony enhances its range of Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HXs

Posted: 11 May 2010 06:00 AM PDT

Sony knows how important it is to have the right equipment go along with your digital camera equipment, which is why they have not compromised when it comes to rolling out great lenses as well as a host of memory cards which are able to catch up with all your shots fast enough without leaving you missing out on some crucial shots. Today, we have news that there will be a new range of Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX memory cards from Sony that will boast a 30-megabytes-per-second data transfer rate, basically crowning it as the fastest memory cards on the market from Sony. Needless to say, they are Sony s highest performance memory cards and were specially designed to support and enhance features of Sony hardware devices.

At first glance, the Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX might not look like much, but if you’re a serious consumer who has a DSLR and want to bring it out for various activities like burst shooting as well as recording video in High Definition resolution, then you will definitely find the Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX to be beneficial to your cause. Just to get a better idea on how the Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX can add value to your everyday shutterbug exploits, a 32GB capacity HX series Memory Stick in an Alpha DSLR camera lets one shoot around 260 images thereabouts in a single minute (JPEG mode/Large [14MB]). To put it into context, this is around 160% more images than on a standard PRO Duo Memory Stick. For folks who prefer toting around a Handycam camcorder, you can transfer around 175 minutes of HD video or a 30GB file (recorded in 1,920 x 1,080 resolution on the Handycam HDRCX110) in just 17 minutes thanks to its compatible high-speed adaptor, which is roughly 75% faster compared to the amount of time required to download from a 32GB PRO Duo Memory Stick. Needless to say, these results were achieved under controlled test conditions, so actual results may vary depending on hardware and settings.

Depending on your needs, you can choose from various capacities that start from 8GB and goes all the way to 32GB. The Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX series will start from $59.99 upwards as an incentive to get you going, Apart from that, all Memory Stick models will come with x-Pict Story software that makes it easier for on-line photo sharing, alongside data recovery software that helps you rescue wayward or damaged files.

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WonKey comes in handy just about anywhere, anytime

Posted: 11 May 2010 05:30 AM PDT

Ever gone to eateries where you realize that the table you’re seated at has a bad case of the wobbly table syndrome? Well, there is not much you can do if the restaurant is packed to the brim, and the waiters are all too busy to bring you some pieces of cardboard or a stack of coasters in order to stabilize your table. Good thing you had the foresight to pick up the WonKey that retails for £4.99, as this unique keyring not only holds your key securely, it is made up of rubber and can be wedged under wobbly table legs to help keep things level throughout the duration of your meal, letting you enjoy it in peace and contentment with your date.

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Posted: 10 May 2010 10:01 PM PDT

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Moshi unveils mini DP to HDMI adapter

Posted: 11 May 2010 05:00 AM PDT

The most recent refresh of the MacBook Pros from Apple now come with video and audio output support via their mini DisplayPort (mini DP), and Moshi is quick to react to the situation by being one of the first few companies to roll out a mini DP to HDMI adapter that supports both audio and video using a solitary cable. With the help of their adapter, you are able to output both video and audio from your MacBook Pro over to a HDTV or alternative display via HDMI. It comes with a stylish aluminum casing that is not only meant to be there for cosmetic purposes, since it also helps reduce EM interference. While it will hit Apple stores throughout the US from the end of next week onwards, those who want to try other channels can check out Moshi’s own online store. The Moshi mini DP to HDMI adapter retails for $29 each.

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Shock absorbers are capable of generating electricity

Posted: 10 May 2010 07:00 PM PDT

Shock absorbers are an extremely important component of any car, as it provides you with a comfortable ride no matter where you want to go. Well, the boffins at Cambridge, MA-based Levant Power have come up with a new form of shock absorbers which are touted to lower fuel consumption by 1.5% to 6%, depending on the type of vehicle it is used in and driving conditions. Not only that, the new shock absorber system is touted to improve vehicle handling for motorheads who place a great amount of emphasis on performance. Apart from that, what sets this shock absorber system apart from the rest in the market would be its ability to take advantage of potholes – assuming you could not avoid one in time, it will be able to turn the situation in your favor, turning vibrations and jolts from rough roads into electricity.

Levant has already run demonstrations of its technology in road tests with a Humvee, and they hope to expand testing to trucks, buses, and other vehicles later this summer. The shock absorbers do not look out of place at all, being pretty much conventional ones from the outside, although you will find a power cord coming out of one end. It can be retro-actively installed in ordinary vehicles by mechanics, and will come plugged into a power management device which will also help manage power from other sources including regenerative braking systems, thermoelectric devices that convert waste heat into electricity, or solar panels. All juice will then be sent into the car’s electrical system, further reducing the amount of load on the alternator.

As with a conventional shock absorber, the Levant technology relies on a piston that moves through oil to damp down movement. Levant improves on this idea by using a modified piston head which comprises of parts that spin as it moves through the oil, helping turn a small generator housed within the shock absorber. A power controller relies on information from accelerometers and other sensors to change the resistance from the generators, resulting in better handling thanks to automatic stiffening and softening of the suspension. The company currently does not have any plans to manufacture the technology itself, but would prefer to license it to a manufacturer or create a joint venture.

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Sony ready to roll out new VAIO P Series

Posted: 10 May 2010 06:30 PM PDT

Folks who are looking for a cute little portable computing device without cost being a factor might want to look at the new and improved Sony VAIO P Series. The original which was unveiled to the masses at CES a year ago comes across as a wondrous portable computing device, where it packs enough power to get basic work done on the go while maintaining a form factor that allows you to stash it in your back jeans pocket without missing a beat. Well, the VAIO P is now new and improved, and you will also be able to enjoy an array of built-in one-touch buttons which allows you to instantly access the web, adjust screen resolution and even tune-up your PC from the get go. A trackpad has been built directly into the LCD bezel for a novel way of interaction, while a mobile nav grip have also been added to make life easier than ever, letting you access content on-the-go. Sony also knows that you want to look good while using gizmos, which is why they introduced it in five vibrant new colors – electric orange, neon green, hot pink, icy white and classic black. Let’s check out its specifications and features further after the jump.

Measuring roughly the size of a business envelope and somewhat as thin as a cellphone, the VAIO P Series tips the scales at a mere 1.4 pounds, where despite its diminutive size, it will integrate full PC features and capabilities, letting you edit documents, watch online videos, and organize photos all with an ultraportable design. Of course, battery life in such a small device will not be conducive for you to work for long hours on end without a power plug nearby. Still, let it not discourage you from picking one up since you get interesting features such as these :-

The new PC features one-touch buttons providing convenient shortcuts with just a click.
Press the WEB button, and this Instant mode option launches directly into your browser. You can even press it when the PC is turned off and it will launch you into your web browser without a full boot through the Windows® operating system.
The ASSIST button launches Sony’s own VAIO Care software, an easy-to-use program that lets you tune-up, maintain, update and troubleshoot the PC.
A resolution button lets you increase or decrease screen resolution for optimal viewing.
The P Series also boasts a unique mobile nav grip to surf the web without a mouse or keyboard. A trackpad and left- and right-click buttons are built right into the LCD bezel, providing a creative solution to navigate the web and a new way to interact with a PC.
It features a high-resolution, 1600 x 768, LED backlit 8-inch ultra-wide display (diagonal), making it easy to view everything from entire spreadsheets to full web pages. Plus, for a more convenient way to read long web pages without all the scrolling, turn the P Series on its side to change the viewing orientation from landscape mode to portrait mode. A new array of stylish carrying cases and wireless mice are now available.
GPS and Digital Compass
Accelerometer sensor
Built-in Everywair 3G
Clear, bright, widescreen VAIO Display Plus
Easy to use with Quick Web Access