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- Flex-Fire makes you a better shot on the Move
- Umbrella doubles as a squirt gun
- Turn the back of your hand into a trackpad with this wrist sensor
- Genius G-Pen F610 writing graphic tablet
- Dell Latitude XT3 convertible is tough as nails
- Vertical Turntable laughs at gravity
- Mad Catz starts to ship Cyborg R.A.T. Albino Gaming Mouse
| Flex-Fire makes you a better shot on the Move Posted: 15 Aug 2011 08:31 AM PDT
According to the official company site, it has been shown to increase gamers’ winning edge by 19 percent. The reason why is because this PS3 Move accessory has a flexible “barrel” that allows the player to shift targets with a flick of a wrist, instead of moving the whole rifle accessory. The Flex-fire has a flip down handle, plus an extendable shoulder support. It also has a way to “stiffen” the flexible barrel if the player wants to go that route. It all feels like you have a real gun. Okay, now that we are past the jump, I will let you in on a little secret, the Flex-Fire can work for the Wiimote. It is not marketed to work for the Wii, and yet it does. I did some experimenting, and discovered that the Wiimote fits in nice and snug. It feels like it was made for it, and the handle feels like it was made for a Wiimote. I can testify that you can’t connect the Wiimote and the Nunchuk, but if you use the B key on the Wiimote, you got yourself a Wii accessory with the Flex-Fire. In fact, the Flex-Fire probably was made for the Wii, I remember talking to one of the people at the Flex-Fire booth, and he said that it was originally made for the Wii. However, there were “problems” with Nintendo, and they ended up marketing it for the PS3 Move. If Nintendo is listening, I have to say: “what is your problem”? Are you worried that you aren’t going to get your cut from Prodagen with this? This is a perfect Wii accessory, get on board, Nintendo. If you want the Flex-Fire for the PS3 Move, you can get it here for pre-order for $39.95. Coolest Gadgets UK – For all your UK centric tech and gadget news. [ Flex-Fire makes you a better shot on the Move copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Related Posts:
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| Umbrella doubles as a squirt gun Posted: 15 Aug 2011 08:15 AM PDT
After all, if it is raining outside, you might as well be funneling the water on the top of the umbrella into a squirt gun on the handle. Too bad this gun is too obvious, as it would have been better as a concealed weapon. After all, who wouldn’t want to be the only one who stays dry in the midst of umbrellas while it is pouring out? Let the other umbrella-bearers be wet and not know why. You will notice in the image that someone with an umbrella is using it to block this squirt-gun umbrella. I would imagine that this person who is blocking the water attack is probably getting more wet from the rain. I don’t know about you, but I remember being the only one with an umbrella in the midst of a crowd, and you don’t need a squirt gun if you want to get someone more wet. Just tip the umbrella down and dump the water on top of them. I’m not saying that this squirt-gun umbrella would not be needed, but getting people wet could be easier. This is presently a concept by Alex Woolley, but I can see it being marketed as a joke gift. Conference Calendar – The global conference and expo finder. [ Umbrella doubles as a squirt gun copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Related Posts:
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| Turn the back of your hand into a trackpad with this wrist sensor Posted: 15 Aug 2011 08:00 AM PDT
It uses infrared detection to figure out where the user’s finger is, and special piezoelectric sensors to detect what a “tap” or “click” would be. Just think of the back of your hand as a Wacom Pad and your finger is the pen. There is a video after the jump so you can understand what it can do. You have to ask yourself whether you want it. It is under development, and it can’t do pinch or rotate gestures as it is. Also, the apparatus is wired and quite big for an average wrist. Do we want to have an interface like this? Probably not for a smartphone or a tablet PC, but for a wrist watch, you might have something. After all, our smartphones probably need to get smaller, and if they were located conveniently at our wrist instead of in our pockets, then we would be able to answer calls better. I think we used to dream of an era where everyone had a two-way wrist communicator like Dick Tracy, but the age of cellular phones makes that practically obsolete. An interface like this could bring that back. Conference Calendar – The global conference and expo finder. [ Turn the back of your hand into a trackpad with this wrist sensor copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Related Posts:
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| Genius G-Pen F610 writing graphic tablet Posted: 15 Aug 2011 06:30 AM PDT
This graphic design tablet will be slightly different from others, as it is not only super slim in nature, measuring 6″ x 10″, but it will also be wireless – so you need not remain tethered to your computer all day long. On the other hand, anything that is wireless needs to be juiced up, so make sure that the Genius G-Pen F610 has enough battery life inside before you start off with your work, aye? Touted to offer better control compared to a conventional mouse, the Genius G-Pen F610 will be able to play nice with both PC and Mac platforms, where it will function as a perfectly good tool for taking notes, handling emails (heck, you can even take the step to perform handwritten emails if you so desire), handwriting recognition support and professional graphics design. It will come with 29 programmable "Hot-Key" areas that allows you to set up shortcuts for word processing, Internet and operating system tasks. All you need to do is plug in the F610 into your computer via USB and you will be able to enjoy the built-in, Vista-like functions, including pen flick navigation among others. The G-Pen F610 Writing Graphic Tablet is also compatible with just about any display size, where it is equally at home with both flat and wide screens. Just what else does the Genius G-Pen F610 deliver? How about a pen that has two buttons and 1024-level pressure sensitivity, letting graphic artists enjoy the subtlety of more pressure levels, not to mention having both pen buttons doubling up as left- and right-click mouse buttons? The pen’s built-in battery is said to be able to last up to a year – although I do wonder whether this figure includes a full 8 hour day’s worth of solid use for the entire year. Expect the Genius G-Pen F6 Graphic-design Tablet to retail for $99. Check out the Coolest Gadgets 2008 Gift Guides, Christmas shopping made easy. [ Genius G-Pen F610 writing graphic tablet copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Related Posts:
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| Dell Latitude XT3 convertible is tough as nails Posted: 15 Aug 2011 06:00 AM PDT
The Latitude XT3 convertible tablet PC, however, was specially constructed to aid mobile professionals out – especially those who prefer to work without boundaries with all the productivity, power and functionality of a standard laptop, while bringing to the table the flexibility and dynamic interface of a responsive touch-screen tablet. Needless to say, the Dell Latitude XT3 is not meant for those who love sitting behind their cubicles all day long – instead, it will target healthcare professionals, educators and service personnel, allowing them to work almost anywhere. The Dell Latitude XT3′s display has been given an upgrade to hit the 13.3″ form factor, boasting of an HD LCD in the process. This delivers bigger landscape and wider viewing angles, letting it be worth looking into in either laptop or tablet modes. Not only that, you also have the option to include an outdoor viewing screen on the XT3 if you tend to work in sunlight for the most part. Underneath the hood lies a bevy of new Intel Core i processors to choose from, letting it handle just about any computing job that you throw towards it. You can opt to stash up to 320GB of storage space on this puppy, but if you prefer non-moving parts, there is always the choice to include a SSD. Depending on its configuration and programs that you run, the Dell Latitude XT3 can run up to 8 hours, while you can always Latitude ExpressCharge the battery to hit 80% in around an hour, how does that sound for convenience? Other hardware specifications include a four-finger capacitive multi-touch surface, pen, touchpad, full keyboard (optional backlit functionality) and mouse capabilities. This tough as nails puppy is compliant to MIL-STD-810G testing, thanks to its strong magnesium alloy reinforcements behind each corner and a spill-resistant keyboard. Coolest Gadgets UK – For all your UK centric tech and gadget news. [ Dell Latitude XT3 convertible is tough as nails copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Related Posts:
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| Vertical Turntable laughs at gravity Posted: 15 Aug 2011 05:30 AM PDT
This is perfect for those who live in cramped apartments, where it will secure your precious record to its platter thanks to a locking mechanism that delivers smooth, uninterrupted play. The turntable relies on a two-speed belt drive to spin 33 1/3- or 45-speed LPs, where it will have a ruby-tipped stylus that picks up the nuances of vinyl recordings. A couple of integrated 5-watt speakers with volume control delivers crystal clear audio, and once you’re record is done, the turntable will stop automatically. It runs on a quartet of AA batteries, so we would suggest getting rechargeables if you want to keep this for the long run. While that might mean more hassle than a direct connection to a power outlet, at least it is far more portable without being confined to the length of a wire.  Conference Calendar – The global conference and expo finder. [ Vertical Turntable laughs at gravity copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Related Posts:
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| Mad Catz starts to ship Cyborg R.A.T. Albino Gaming Mouse Posted: 15 Aug 2011 05:00 AM PDT
The asking price for this? $99.99, which might sound rather steep to some people in these times of economic hardship, but bear in mind that your purchase will net you a free Cyborg G.L.I.D.E. 7 Gaming Surface that is valued at $24.99, although this offer is good while stocks last. Apart from the rather sharp design of the R.A.T. Albino, we are also stoked about the trio of palm rests as well as an equal number of pinkie grips, where they are both made out of the same soft-touch material that is found on the body of the R.A.T. You can slap on the version that you want for better grip, as everyone’s hands are of different sizes. As for some of us, we like the mouse to be heavy, others prefer a lighter configuration. It doesn’t matter, since the R.A.T. Albino sports five 6-gram weights that can be added or subtracted in a jiffy, letting you enjoy the perfect weight for a perfect feel. Seems to be more than a half-decent affair, no? Tech Cult – We cover the latest tech news, but always with a funny twist. [ Mad Catz starts to ship Cyborg R.A.T. Albino Gaming Mouse copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Related Posts:
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I first encountered the 
Just to let you know, this particular device is not out on the market yet. Which is too bad, as I can think of a few mischievous uses for an umbrella that also has a squirt gun. 
What you are seeing here is a type of interface that could easily be the future. Designed by Kei Nakatsuma, a PhD student at the University of Tokyo, it allows the user to use the back of their hand as a mouse pad and a finger as a mouse. 
While digitizer tablets aren’t exactly the kind of tablet that your little one would love to find underneath the Christmas tree, preferring one with an “i” prefix, that doesn’t mean there isn’t a market for writing graphic tablets. Genius knows this, which is why they have taken their successful G-Pen F610 Writing Graphic Tablet and introduced an upgraded version which will carry the latest software and package for Windows 7. 
There are times in life when you need to stamp your authority, being a no-nonsense character – and that might also mean you are prone to flashes of anger that could cause you to throw your notebook against the wall in frustration simply because the software was way too hard to figure out, even with a manual and a call support system. Well, just to make sure your notebook survives the throw, perhaps you could have gotten the 
There is just a very stabilizing feeling to know that you’re firmly rooted on the ground because of gravity, but sometimes, design of devices might take a less conventional approach in order to grab your eye (as well as those of your guests). Enter the 
You know, color can be a very sensitive issue, but good thing Mad Catz does not think so with their latest gaming mouse – the Cyborg R.A.T. Albino. Seems familiar? Yeah, those of you who are close to the gaming industry will realize that this is actually the R.A.T 7 Gaming Mouse – albeit the fact that it comes in a different color, which comprises of an all-white version. Cosmetic changes alone are not what the | You are subscribed to email updates from Coolest Gadgets To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now. | Email delivery powered by Google |
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