Saturday, July 14, 2012

Latest Posts on Coolest Gadgets

Latest Posts on Coolest Gadgets

Telcare Wireless Glucose Meter – New Tech, for an Old Problem

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 10:11 AM PDT

While I don’t have diabetes, it is a disease that my family deals with everyday. I am particularly interested in how technology is able to fight this illness and like so many others, I hope that a one day a cure can be found. I just finished reading an article about Duedenal Bypass surgery and that current testing suggests it may someday be promising in actually offering a cure for type 2 diabetics. That’s certainly something to keep an eye on.

In the meantime, I guess we still need to do all the right things, and monitor our blood sugar. A new way to do that is with the Telcare Wireless Glucose Meter. The Telcare Meter actually automatically uploads your test results online, and the wireless connectivity is free. The meter and the test strips may be covered by your insurance and while you don’t need any additional hardware or an iPhone, there is an associated (award winning) app that auto synchs with your device. The Telcare meter will also remind you when to order supplies, which of course you can do… right from the device!

Your healthcare provider has the option to receive your readings, and to offer you feedback and coaching information right on your meter, and printable reports and graphs are viewable on your PC, Mac or smartphone, allowing you to spot trends, adjust personalized blood glucose target zones, and closely monitor your progress so you can be proactive with your diabetes management.

The Telcare Meter is available for under 100 bucks, with a contract that provides customers with discounted prices on the Telcare BGM and Test Strips, or for around 149 dollars without a contract. The website telcare.com has more purchasing and product information and it let’s you check to see if the cost might be covered by your insurance.

 

[ Telcare Wireless Glucose Meter – New Tech, for an Old Problem copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Parrot ASTEROID – Not your Dad’s Car Radio

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 08:13 AM PDT

I remember when I was in high school, one of the kids drove a car that had an 8 track tape player in it, and yes, we made fun of him mercilessly until he spent the money to get a cassette player. I guess now we can make fun of anyone that still has a cassette player huh? Does anyone think CD’s will become a thing of the past? What about satellite radio? Automobile entertainment sure has had a few interesting developments over the years. What could be next?

Here’s something to check out, the Parrot ASTEROID Media Receiver, not your everyday car stereo, this unique device actually harnesses the power of apps, to adapt to whatever it is you may need at the time. Lost? utilize your available maps and location information, hungry? for Veal Scallopini? check out menus and detailed restaurant information, or maybe you’re just lonely, how about letting the Parrot read you some messages from your friends back home?

Parrot ASTEROID is not a web browser, instead it accesses the web using a dongle or via a smartphone’s Bluetooth connection in order to send and receive app info.The Parrot has an embedded Android operating system that lets chose from a nice selection of road worthy applications and it includes the ability to search for music by voice, and make and receive handsfree phone calls.

The Parrot ASTEROID comes with a detachable faceplate and, for your listening pleasure, a 4x55W built-in MOSFET amplifier (a device that increases the amplitude of a digital signal), a subwoofer output, and 6xRCA preamp-output , it also includes an equalizer with sound effects that can help you rock on down the highway. The Parrot sells for under 280 bucks at amazon.com.

 

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Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote Control

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 06:30 AM PDT

Are you a huge fan of the Doctor Who series? If you are and want to collect all items that are connected to Doctor Who, then you might be interested to pick up the £59.99 Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote Control. This Sonic Screwdriver (in the series at least) is said to be an indispensable tool for any travelling Time Lord, but in real life away from the fictional realm, it does nothing but to send your fanboy blood surging through your body while increasing the adrenaline rush.

This is a die cast metal model that is meticulously hand detailed, complete with a polished copper plating and an authentic soft touch grip. It has been painstakingly built to last for a long, long time, done with a whole lot of care with the occasional battery replacement moments. The Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote Control is a fully programmable, gesture based Universal Remote Control that relies on infrared technology so that you can control home appliances like TVs and DVD players.

[ Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver Universal Remote Control copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Satechi Slim Surge Protector

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 06:00 AM PDT

If you are sick and tired of electrical surges screwing up your gadgets and devices connected to a power outlet, then here is something that you might want to consider. The Satechi Slim Surge Protector is said to come with 2.1 Amps of juice for each port and consists of 5 protected power outlets. It currently retails for a highly affordable $15.99 each, and with 2.1 amps of power, it can charge just about the majority of power hungry devices out there in the market, ranging from the new iPad to the Amazon Kindle Fire, iPhone 4S, and Samsung Galaxy S3 amongst others.

Capable of protecting up to 5 devices from electrical spikes and surges, making sure that your collection of expensive electronic equipment and valuable data will remain safe at all times, there is also the inclusion of the Safety Shutdown Technology that relies on thermal fuses in order to power off the user's system so that it will offer protection against fire and other damage just in case a power spike occurs. The presence of a green LED indicator that lights up will let you know that your equipment is being protected.

[ Satechi Slim Surge Protector copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Genius Lychas HS-G550 Foldable Gaming Headset

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 05:30 AM PDT

Gamers do take their hardware seriously, and apart from the mouse, keyboard and souped up gaming rig, there is another important aspect of the gamer that you will need to look into – and that would be a pair of decent headphones to get the job done. After all, listening to the right kind of audio cues will be able to let you know just where your opponent in the map is (for a 1-on-1 FPS duel), while multiplayer games with huge maps will require you to communicate with the rest of your team mates as you speak into a microphone.

The Genius Lychas HS-G550 Foldable Gaming Headset is the latest member of the GX Gaming Series family, where it will enable you to tune in to the sounds of the battlefield in one ear, while the other ear is free to hear the rest of your team mates give out orders so that you can consolidate the position of your team on the battlefield amidst all the explosions. This is made possible thanks to individual volume controls located on each ear cup.

I guess you can say that the Genius Lychas HS-G550 Foldable Gaming Headset has been specially positioned to be the ideal pair of gaming headphones for LAN parties and competitions thanks to the aforementioned individual volume control. Not only that, if you are going to do plenty of LAN party gaming, then the Lychas should be part of your arsenal’s configuration since it is a snap to tote around, thanks to its design that boasts of swivel ear cups and foldable form factor. Whenever you crank up the volume on both ear cups, the GX Series’ Lychas will not make you deaf, but rather, deliver clear and accurate audio for a tactical advantage in any combat situation.

Of course, the presence of the relatively large 50mm drivers will also do its bit to prevent distraction from background noises. An in-line control box will enable gamers to tweak the master volume and mute the microphone while you are in-game. There is also the presence of an omni-directional microphone on the left hand side, where you are able to rotate it out of view whenever it is not in use. You need not worry about your ears feeling all hot, since it has an adjustable headband that will fit comfortably on any gamer.

Press Release

[ Genius Lychas HS-G550 Foldable Gaming Headset copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Sceptre introduces a budget-friendly 3D HDTV

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 05:00 AM PDT

Have you heard of the name Sceptre before? I am quite sure that those who are constantly on the lookout to upgrade their consumer electronics devices at home without breaking the family’s budget will certainly have come across devices from Sceptre before. The latest 3D HDTV measures 46″ across diagonally, where each purchase will come with four pairs of polarized passive 3D glasses in addition to SRS TruSurround HD Sound in an elegant piano black finish.

The latest 3D HDTV from Sceptre intends to deliver a totally new dimension in entertainment by introducing the latest 3D technology from Sceptre which is said to be able to display eye-popping images at a 1920 × 1080 and 1080P resolution, not to mention warming up your ears with its heart-pumping surround sound capabilities. Apart from that, the 46″ LED HDTV will also be able to hook itself up to external devices including cameras, computers and Blu-ray players in a simple and easy manner thanks to the inclusion of its five HDMI ports, a solitary USB port and a VGA port.

Cathy Chou, Vice President of Operations, Sceptre, "Quality, ease of use and affordability continue to be primary concerns of users seeking a 3D home entertainment experience. Our new 3D HDTV provides the same high quality experience as more costly units at a fraction of the price. In addition, we've made it easy for the whole family to enjoy by including three passive 3D and one passive clip-on glasses."

Thanks to the inclusion of theater quality polarized passive 3D glasses, Sceptre’s latest offering is said to be able to deliver long term cost efficiency when compared to other 3D technologies. After all, passive glasses need not rely on batteries or receivers to get the job done as your eyes enjoy pop up visuals that might just scare you. Come to think of it, how come we have yet to see an increase in horror movies that take advantage of 3D technology? It would really be something, and the Final Destination series do not count in my book. Apart from that, passive 3D glasses are also able to produce a full-color image which has been touted to be a whole lot more comfortable to watch, doing away with headaches and eye fatigue that are often than not associated with active glasses.

It is said that this 46-inch 3D HDTV from Sceptre will be accompanied by 4 pairs of polarized glasses, and you can pick one off the shelf for $999.99.

Press Release

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