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Harman Kardon MAS 102 delivers fantastic quality without breaking the bank
Star Wars: The Complete Saga is now on Blu-ray
The Prism 200c Backpack can see through walls
The SuperTooth Bluetooth Stereo Speaker produces 28 watts of wireless power
Microsoft shows off the house of the future
12 of the Strangest Star Wars Gadgets
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Harman Kardon MAS 102 delivers fantastic quality without breaking the bank

Posted: 04 May 2011 01:01 PM PDT

Harman Kardon is a name that is synonymous with quality audio systems, so it is no surprise to hear of their latest release, the Harman Kardon MAS 102, delivering top notch performance – although we would have to take a listen for ourselves before agreeing with what the press release has to say. The Harman Kardon MAS 102, in essence, is a four-piece integrated system which will comprise of an amplifier, a CD player and loudspeakers that do not stray far from the familiar Harman Kardon signature form factor.

Being compact and yet aesthetically pleasing, the Harman Kardon MAS 102 will deliver both performance and style into the home for all music lovers. Advanced loudspeakers in the MAS 102 are capable of ensuring that your room is filled with clean, powerful sound, even when you decide to place it discretely on a bookshelf or tabletop. As for its gorgeous speaker cabinets, those are extremely easy on the eyes, and it does not matter whether you want to adorn those with a speaker grille or not.

Metal matrix waveguide-mounted tweeters might be small in size, but they do deliver big hi-fi sound regardless of where you place the MAS 102. Of course, similar to its predecessors, the MAS 102 will come with CD playback capability, an integrated FM radio as well as a bevy of analog and digital inputs to playback music from external devices.

What is there to brag about something new if it does not have innovative features? Some of the newer introductions to the system will comprise of digital audio connectivity, iPod/iPhone compatibility via a Bridge III dock (available separately for purchase) and a phono input which will let it connect straight to a turntable without any hassle. Acting as a bridge between the old and new devices, the MAS 102 ensures that compatibility is taken to the next level.

The Harman Kardon MAS 102 prides itself in being a complete, integrated audio system, and you can bring one back to your living room for $999 a pop.

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Star Wars: The Complete Saga is now on Blu-ray

Posted: 04 May 2011 12:54 PM PDT

What happens when companies come up with a content vehicle that is able to tote around a whole lot of information on a single disc? Why, production houses try to cram in as much information as possible, more often than not re-releasing old stuff with slightly more updated data. I must say that George Lucas is a master of earning every single last penny from you after making you hooked on the movie franchise opium known as Star Wars.

His latest money making foray is not yet another trilogy with a terrible storyline and poorly renditioned aliens, but rather, to release the entire Star Wars saga on a Blu-ray set. Aptly known as Star Wars: The Complete Saga, this 9 disc Blu-ray set (yes, you read that right – we are looking at nine discs, and hours upon hours of content!) might just overload you with a lifetime’s worth of Star Wars that you end up switching allegiance and be a Trekkie instead after that.

Star Wars: The Complete Saga from Lucasfilm Ltd. and Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment will hit the markets this coming September 12th internationally, while those living Stateside will have to wait for at least four more days. In the 9 discs, you are able to revisit all of your favorite Star Wars moments, right from the moment when you first saw the Death Star to the transformation of Anakin Skywalker into Darth Vader, and of course, your eyes will be treated to a gorgeous high definition display accompanied by pristine, 6.1 DTS Surround Sound.

There are more than 40 hours of special features, highlighted by never-before-seen content which have been specially sourced from the Lucasfilm archives to keep long time fans happy. This comprehensive collection will also come with a bunch of deleted, extended and alternate scenes, new documentaries and a cross-section of the countless Star Wars spoofs that have made their way in pop culture over the course of 30 years.

Would you be getting a slice of the action for yourself? At least it keeps the PSN-less PS3 active as you use it to watch those Blu-ray discs…

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The Prism 200c Backpack can see through walls

Posted: 04 May 2011 11:20 AM PDT

Before I begin this posting, let me put an image in your mind that is straight out of a spy thriller. It starts with a guy like the one in the image, wearing a backpack and leaning up against a brick wall. He then takes out a cell phone and Bluetooth earpiece and looks like he is texting and talking on the phone at the same time. However, this is not the case.

The man who is just chillin’ is actually a federal officer. The backpack he is wearing is actually the Prism 200c, and it is giving him a 3D view of what is behind the wall. He is using his smartphone as a display, and, on his Bluetooth headset, he is instructing his strike team their next move.

It sounds like what Jack Bauer used to do on 24, but this Prism 200c is true. The 200c, developed by Cambridge Consultants, is able to use ultra-wideband signals in order to see through brick, concrete, or wood to obtain a 3-D view of the people inside from in front, to the side, and even overhead.

So if you are going to raid the room, this will let you know how many people are waiting for you inside. Granted, it will not give you a 3D view of who you are going to meet. Think of it as outside-of-the-room radar.

Still, for police or military operations in which room after room has to be taken, a device like this is needed to reduce surprise. The Prism 200c doesn’t seem targeted at the typical consumer. It is made for police and military organizations, so I don’t have a price.

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The SuperTooth Bluetooth Stereo Speaker produces 28 watts of wireless power

Posted: 04 May 2011 10:58 AM PDT

I got a chance to meet up with Supertooth at CTIA Spring 2011 in Orlando last month, and this was where I first encountered the Disco.

I finally got a chance to try it out at home, and synced it to my phone via Bluetooth. In a matter of seconds, I was listening to 28 watts of sound total (one 12 watt subwoofer and two 8 watt stereo drivers). By the way, if you can’t figure out the Bluetooth, the Supertooth Disco comes with a cord that plugs into the headphone jack of your tablet, phone, or laptop, and you will be wired to the speaker.

I cranked the dial on the front all the way to the right, and I found that the sound was loud, but not too loud. I had some children sleeping in the next room, and this did not wake them up. I have seen smaller speakers put out louder sound, and, just so you know the size of this speaker, it is about the size of your forearm.

Please do not mistake my last paragraph as a bad review. The purpose of the Supertooth Disco is to be that external speaker that you need, and not meant to rock the house. It is simple to use and produces the sound that I wanted, which was just loud enough for my desk. You should be able to get the Supertooth Disco from the Supertooth store for about 119,00 €.

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Microsoft shows off the house of the future

Posted: 04 May 2011 10:30 AM PDT

About two years ago, we reported on a video of what Microsoft’s version of 2019 would look like. As I recall, it was full of giant touchscreens, and simple handhelds that can do just about anything. What you can see after the jump is another video showing what the average house of the future could look like.

Not surprising, there is a place to put your mobile when you come in, like a Powermat. The difference is that this apparatus can take information off the device. It looks like tour guide did that with her watch.

I’m not certain if the info from the phone or the watch ended up on the big screen before them, but I wouldn’t be surprised if it did. What is interesting is how she brings up a photo of a pub, and there is an “image to image” search. This image-recognition technology can identify the backpack, the bus schedule for the route to this pub, and info on the pub itself.

Of course, what really sold me on this house was a room that the guide said belonged to her daughter. Instead of wallpaper, there are moving images that must stem from projectors that I don’t see. The wall can be transformed to be about anything, and can instantly display text messages.

Yes, the future is looking pretty bright indeed. I found that some of the most interesting things are that which aren’t shown, like the mirror display and the digital bulletin board. I think Microsoft is trying to make me beg for more.

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12 of the Strangest Star Wars Gadgets

Posted: 04 May 2011 04:11 AM PDT

To celebrate Star Wars Day (May the fourth be with you) we present you with 12 of the most unusual Star Wars related products that we could find. Please Let us know in the comments what you think is coolest, strangest or just plain idiotic )

Carbonited Han Solo Ice Cubes

Han Solo was certainly the one of if not the coolest guy in Star Wars and this is one of the coolest products on our list, make your own frozen Han Solo in Carbonite ice cubes and R2makes such a natural ice bucket

More info over on Slash Film.

Luke Skywalker Ceremonial Jacket with Medal Of Yavin

This is an absolute classic, if you own one please send us a photo and we’ll publish it here (check reviews on Amazon for some darn funny comments)

The well reknown ceremonial jacket that Luke Skywalker wears in episode IV after destroying the Death Star and saving the rebel base from a horrific fate. Constructed of nylon with a polyester lining, this coat is an athletic cut, and features no zipper. The ceremonial medal that Luke was rewarded is included with this jacket. All detail to this jacket and medal is true to Episode IV and is an identical replica of that found in Lucasfilm Archives. This fully licensed jacket comes with a nice clothing bag for protection, and a full color certificate of authenticity.

More info over on Amazon.

Garden Jawa Lawn Ornament

Having garden gnomes is pretty sad, having garden Jawas however is the height of nerdy cool.

Sculpted to look like a classic garden gnome, the Garden Jawa Lawn Ornament comes in just under a foot in height. Made of solid resin and fully painted, he’s ready for any weather, rain or shine. And the ultimate bonus – he’ll totally sell your junk at your next yard sale and get top price.

More info over on TG.

Women’s Slave Leia Perfume

If there’s a certain Jabba in your life that you want to get all hot and bothered why not seduce him with this exclusive Leia perfume as worn by the princess herself. The perfume is a mix of cashmere woods, musk and night-blooming jasmine (if that makes any difference whatsoever to your buying decision).

More info over on Star Wars Shop.

Star Wars™ Flexible Spatula Set

Is there no end to the Star Wars franchise, we share the Star Wars Flexible Spatula Set (I was shocked to learn they were made in China of all places).

Whether the mission is baking cookies or flipping pancakes, young Padawan cooks will love using our official Star Wars spatulas featuring the fearsome Darth Vader and an Imperial stormtrooper.

More info over on Williams Sonoma.

Star Wars™ Cookie Cutter Set

So you have the Star Wars spatula set, now you need to find something to bake and use them with, what better than Star Wars shaped cookies. The following ships and characters can be created: Darth Vader, Yoda, Boba Fett, stormtrooper, Millennium Falcon, Vader’s TIE Fighter, X-wing Fighter and Death Star. Let the whole family play with their food.

More info over on Williams Sonoma.

Ladies of Star Wars Playing Cards

Get your hands on and play with all of your favourite Star Wars ladies, both humanoid and alien, which is your favourite?

More info over on TG.

Men’s Eau Lando Cologne

We had Leia’s slave perfume for the women now here’s some Lando Cologne for the men. If you’re ever approached by a shady so called friend that smells of mandarin (warmed with incense and lotus flower, exotic woods, dark violet and sensuous musk) your spider sense should be tingling.

More info over on Star Wars Shop.

Inspired by the arctic beast of burden seen at the beginning of The Empire Strikes Back, the new tauntaun sleeping bag has everything a drowsy Jedi needs to survive the night — a soft tauntaun head pillow, plush lightsaber zipper, and cozy tauntaun “innards” lining. Smell not included.

More info over on Star Wars Shop.

Star Wars Pet Costumes

Oh dear!!!

Should you be a fan of dressing up your dog, we offer you these three fine choices from the Star Wars universe. Doggie Darth is perfect for your evil pooch: you know, the one that only poops in the corner when you’re NOT looking. Leia is a fine choice for your little furry princess. And for the dog who is wise beyond his years and full of goodness and light, Yoda is an obvious match. What dog wouldn’t want to be a Jedi master? Each costume contains a headpiece, jumpsuit, and attached human arms.

More info over on TG.

That’s all folks, so what do you think is the strangest/coolest gadget of them all? if you think we’ve missed any other oddball Star Wars products please let us know in the comments.

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