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Friday, August 6, 2010

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NERF Longstrike Sniper Rifle
Sanyo offers new full HD waterproof camcorder – the Xacti VPC-CA102YL
V-MODA introduces new colors for its Crossfade LP line
MIT project working on heating and cooling video game controllers
Woman types emergency Instant Message with her toes
Build your own Monopoly Game with U-Build version
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Posted: 05 Aug 2010 05:30 PM PDT

We’ve covered our fair share of NERF products in the past, and here’s one for those who prefer to remain in the background when they operate – we’re talking about the covert NERF Longstrike Sniper Rifle. Of course, it won’t be able to fire rounds from miles away like an actual sniper rifle, but at least you need not be too near your target to hit him/her/it. Measuring a meter long, this is the longest NERF gun to date, boasting a range of 35 feet – which is over 10 times the range of what a regular NERF pistol is able to achieve. If you happen to have your private room which is far away from everyone else’s cubicle, then it might be the perfect tool to have when you want to initiate a NERF gun fight in the office. At $49.99 a pop, it will come with a blaster, barrel extension, flip-up sight, quick-reload clip, six darts, and relevant instructions.

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Sanyo offers new full HD waterproof camcorder – the Xacti VPC-CA102YL

Posted: 05 Aug 2010 05:15 PM PDT

Sanyo’s range of camcorders more often than not fall under the Xacti line, and today Sanyo targets those who are far more adventurous than your usual birthdays, weddings, prize giving ceremonies and funeral shooting folks. We’re talking about the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA102YL camcorder that is the perfect companion for folks who lead a much more active lifestyle than normal. This new Dual Camera is able to record your favorite memories in full HD resolution, storing more than 480 minutes of digital memories of 1080 Full HD video on a single 64GB SDXC memory card, while capturing 14-megapixel still photos. Sounds normal? How about this then – it is also capable of achieving those from a depth of ten feet underwater. Yes, you read that right, this Xacti VPC-CA102YL is waterproof up to that level of depth, which means you can also bring it with you on your next camping trip, come rain or shine, it will still keep on rolling effortlessly.

Being small enough to fit perfectly in the palm of the user’s hand, you can also easily slip it into a pocket, backpack, or purse. Thanks to its utilization of the convenient video format, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, sharing videos with friends online or over blogs is now a snap. Apart from that, all media created can also be edited and exported to portable media devices in a jiffy, and you can also hook it up to your HDTV via its Mini HDMI port to view them in full HD glory. Relying on a proprietary “double-range zoom”, it is capable of zoom operation of up to 12x while filming video, while its High-Speed Sequential Shooting mode can capture up to 22 photos at 7 frames per second.

There’s only one color to choose from at the moment, which is bright yellow, but we suppose that is OK and essential since you might lose it accidentally when outdoors, making its bright color all the easier to identify when you launch a search and rescue operation. Expect this model to hit the market this month for $249.99. Other features are as follows :

Full-HD videos, 1080 60i (1920 x 1080 pixels)
14MP photos
Waterproof (can be used in water up to 10 ft depth)
Compact, vertical form factor
CMOS sensor (14.4MP)
38 mm wide-angle lens
5x optical zoom, 12x double-range zoom
Compatible with SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory cards
Wireless data transfer via Eye-Fi SD cards
2.7-inch TFT LCD display (can be turned 285 degrees)
“Face Chaser” and “Target a Color” functions
Mini-HDMI port
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Rechargeable via USB port

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V-MODA introduces new colors for its Crossfade LP line

Posted: 05 Aug 2010 04:57 PM PDT

Do you love being fashionable, and must absolutely have the most fashion forward of everything ranging from your wardrobe to the vehicle you drive, and even gadgets in your home? If the answer is in the affirmative, chances are you will have as many jackets for your iPod as you do handbags or shoes (assuming you’re female, of course). Well, today we have V-MODA bringing you a couple more colors to its best selling Crossfade LP range of headphones, targeting music lovers with an eye for design, in the form of the new Rouge and Nero models. What do they offer? Well, how about fashionable crocodile etchings on the metal ear cups alongside eye-catching color accents on the headband?

The Crossfade LP Rouge will come with red accents on the headband, a red and black audio cable, alongside an all black three-button remote cable. As for the Crossfade LP Nero, it will feature royal purple headband accents and be accompanied by a black and purple audio cable, and also an all black three-button remote cable similar to the Rouge. It isn’t just all about looks, however, as you will find that both models will sport patent-pending 50mm Dual-Diaphragm High-Definition Drivers that are more than capable of delivering multiple driver sound with the efficiency of a single driver. Thanks to its unique dual-diaphragm construction, you will be able to enjoy deep vibrant bass, organic mid-range, and crystal clarity on portable devices without having to carry around additional batteries for dedicated external speakers.

You’ll be the cause of envy among your friends, as these new models are made out of ultra lightweight metals and luxurious fabrics to make you feel regal whenever you wear them. After all, aren’t scarlet and purple considered to be royal colors in certain context? The Crossfade LP will come with a detachable cable featuring a three-button remote control as mentioned, alongside a high-fidelity microphone that makes it a snap to change volume and answer or end phone calls. Expect to pick it up for $249.99 a pop – similar to other V-MODA Crossfade LP models.

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MIT project working on heating and cooling video game controllers

Posted: 05 Aug 2010 04:00 PM PDT

Imagine that you were using a video game controller, and it suddenly got very hot.

I’m sure all of you who have experienced the overheating Xbox 360 would probably say “Uh-oh”, but this is not a result of technical failure. You see, this video game controller can get very cold as well.

Yes, this is a little project at MIT that gives the player a chance to feel hot or cold sensations in a video game. It works by having a pair of thermoelectric surfaces that are located on either side of the controller itself.

I think we know what this could be used for. You know how most video games have an icy level that is really hard because you can slip on the ice? The controller would be very cool at that point, like you are in the arctic. You know how most video games have a “lava level” where it is also really hard because you stumble on the lava. At this point, the video game controller will get warm.

Unfortunately, I don’t know what will be the first console to receive this controller, but it could easily be the next motion controller or shaker thing for video game controllers.

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Woman types emergency Instant Message with her toes

Posted: 05 Aug 2010 03:35 PM PDT

I’m not certain if this is really one of the coolest gadgets that we report on, but this is definitely one of the best demonstrations of how technology can help us out, in an unconventional way.

The story begins with Amy Windom, who had her home invaded, and was tied up to her bed by an armed man. The burglar went through her belongings and stole her car.

She was afraid that he would return, but there wasn’t really a way she could call for help. That is, until she managed to get her legs to her laptop computer. She then typed the IM message that you see in the photo with her feet.

Yes, she really typed it out with her toes. She said that the real hard part was hitting the Ctrl, Alt, and Delete keys to turn the computer on. She then used her toe as a mouse, but she says that she couldn’t type with her big toe. Oddly enough, my source does not explain how her toe-typing worked.

After Amy sent this message to her boyfriend, the police came. There is no word whether or not the police caught the man who did it or not.

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Build your own Monopoly Game with U-Build version

Posted: 05 Aug 2010 03:01 PM PDT

We’ve reported on many a Monopoly game before, such as the version that uses Google Maps.

Hasbro has done another rework on this most famous franchise with the U-build version. Of course, they did not mess with the rules, but you know how Monopoly games can be very long? This is the best way to really have a short game.

The U-build has all the spaces from Monopoly in the form of configurable tiles so you can eliminate all of those pesky properties in the middle. For example, those stupid dark green properties near Boardwalk and Park Place that everyone lands on but no one ever buys.

Of course, you don’t know what kind of game you might end up with. Maybe you will get one that is a little too short. You will notice that there are some nice updates like stack-able houses, along with hotels, skyscrapers, and factories.

You should be able to get U-Build Monopoly for about $19.99. As far as I know, I don’t know whether Hasbro is planning any more U-Build games, but I’m trying to think of some options. For example, Chutes and Ladders, Candy Land, or any other classics. I suppose we could make Battleship into a 4 x 4 grid, but that would be a quick game.

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