Daily Digest Coolest Gadgets for 11/10/2012

The latest and coolest gadgets daily digest Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Nov 10, 2012 11:00 am | Alison A True Lifesaver Whether warfare, police work, fire danger or toxic areas – society has not come up with a foolproof method of entering into unseen places. Fiber optic cameras have proven useful, but have time and distance limitations. Sure, animals are being used in some situations. But should any life – human or otherwise – have to be lost? Unfortunately, lives are often lost in the attempts to understand the extent of danger or damage. Bounce Imaging developed a solution that looks to end the potential sacrificing of lives in hazardous situations. Their ball shaped gadget contains cameras to capture panoramic views and sensors to measure things like temperature. Consider it the first eyes on the scene. Data and images are then transmitted to a mobile device. Of course being a ball you can throw it. No need for elaborate setup. The device is gaining momentum. Recent press and awards give credence to its viability as a solution for dangerous or hazardous situations. In fact TIME magazine recently named it one of the Best Inventions of 2012. And with an estimated cost of just $500 a piece, I find it hard to believe why any law enforcement or military establishment would not invest. Especially if lives can be saved. [ A True Lifesaver copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Nov 10, 2012 04:30 am | Edwin Star Wars R2-D2 Inflatable R/C The world's – or should I say, the galaxy's most beloved astromech droid, R2-D2, has just gotten yet another boost to its portfolio of devices and toys that will further enslave the minds and wallets of parents (and Star Wars fans) everywhere, coming in the form of the $59.99 Star Wars R2-D2 Inflatable R/C. Yes sir, can you say that this is the ultimate galactic accessory? Since this is one R2-D2 that is inflatable, it is a good thing each purchase will be accompanied by a pump for easy inflation, instead of you having to huff and puff your way while roping in the help of a certain Big Bad Wolf. Unfortunately, while you cannot send any kind of holographic messages on this puppy, this inflatable and feisty droid measures over 65cm in height, and has detachable drive units that ensure R2-D2 remains compatible with other Star Wars characters. You can opt to spin it 360 degrees, drive forward, back, turn to both left and right, and get this – in the indomitable spirit of R2-D2, it also boasts of a self-righting system that ensures it remains upright even when knocked over or driven down stairs. Up to 3 units can be driven at once for some R2-D2 mayhem at home, and the handset requires a single 9V battery, while the drive unit runs not on lightsaber crystals, but a quartet of AA batteries. [ Star Wars R2-D2 Inflatable R/C copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Nov 10, 2012 04:00 am | Edwin Angry Birds Air Swimmer So just when you thought that you have managed to escape the shadow the of Angry Birds franchise, here we are with another "attack" of those feathered fiends, where it will tear out a £49.99 hole in your pocket, as though there were some Bad Piggies residing in there. The Angry Birds Air Swimmer will literally be transformed from its presence in smartphones, tablets and Smart TVs to the air, and you need not exhaust yourself by flinging it, but rather, use a far more elegant method of piloting it via remote control. Of course, it goes without saying that common sense needs to be applied when you fly the Angry Birds Air Swimmer around the home – it is best to avoid expensive vases or the urn that holds your great grandmother's ashes, while not touching moving ceiling fans is also another brilliant idea. It is filled with helium, and each purchase will also come with a King Pig balloon for you to re-enact the final level in Angry Birds games. Touted to be of high quality and durable, this Angry Bird is capable of remaining inflated for weeks on end, and is a snap to refill. [ Angry Birds Air Swimmer copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More In This Issue A True Lifesaver Star Wars R2-D2 Inflatable R/C Angry Birds Air Swimmer Recent Stories People-Powered Medical Devices? Molecular Inspired Comfort Angry Birds Star Wars makes a landing, the Egg is strong in this one Swissvoice ePure cordless phone announced Boombox Metal Wristwatch

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Daily Digest Coolest Gadgets for 11/09/2012

The latest and coolest gadgets daily digest Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Nov 09, 2012 10:30 am | Alison People-Powered Medical Devices? Medical devices seem to get smaller every year. Think of something as simple as a pacemaker or hearing aid. Like their bretheren PCs, these gadgets that help enhance and extend our lives continue to shrink. Yet the size of a power source to drive the device cannot decrease in size at the same rate. Like with solar power, what if power for medical devices could be generated by natural means – our bodies? There would truly be no limit as to how small an electronic medical device could get. And therefore replacement surgeries could be a thing of the past. Did you know our bodies maintain fluids in the ear that contain an electrochemical gradient? A report in Nature Biotechology featured Boston scientists who harnessed power from this liquid in the inner ear of a guinea pig. Using a tiny circuit board implanted into the furry friend's ear they measured electricity via radio waves. Though only a nano watt every 5 hours, it is a start. It certainly won't power the world, but the important thing to know is the guinea pigs hearing was not harmed in the entire process – making the experiment a minimally invasive process with no damage. So yes, perhaps a day will come when our bodies can be used as a power source and decrease the need for replacement surgeries on life saving devices.   Thanks: Technology Review [ People-Powered Medical Devices? copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Nov 09, 2012 10:00 am | Alison Molecular Inspired Comfort Somewhere in the world exists the ultimate lounging furniture. Recliners are ok, and certainly have come a long way. Heck you can get massagers, phones, heating and even a fridge built-in. And comfort is good, but it is still a chair. Bean bags have made a resurgence. But have you ever tried to nap on a bean bag? You can't get away from constantly shifting foamy bits inside. The creative brains at AnimiCausa found a line of  stylish furniture that can join in the "ultimate comfortable seating" game. Welcome to the Feel Seating System. Composed of a number of soft round cushions, you arrange the Feel System based on your needs. Stretch it out as a bed, curl up one side as a chair or couch, or just create a nest based on how you want to cozy up. The design was inspired by molecular structure if that helps illustrate its versatility and flexibility. Do a Google search for Feel Seating System for more ideas on how to fold it, bend it and shape it. Like the recliner or bean bag – there are drawbacks. In the case of the Feel Seating System price may play a part. The small child version, the Petit, goes for $599 with the mac-daddy deluxe going for $7,950. So though it may not be an addition for the average household, for businesses or agencies looking for a stylish addition check it out. And perhaps the day will eventually arrive when the ultimate in comfort and price arrives. We shall see. [ Molecular Inspired Comfort copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Nov 09, 2012 05:30 am | Edwin Angry Birds Star Wars makes a landing, the Egg is strong in this one Do you find it rather interesting that a game like Angry Birds have actually branched out to be such a phenomenally successful gaming franchise, so much so that I believe anything else that Rovio releases (which they did with Amazing Alex) will never be able to live up to the Angry Birds folklore and reputation. In fact, you can call Angry Birds as the Golden Goose of Rovio, and another golden egg has just been laid – this time around merging with yet another hugely successful movie franchise that was recently sold to Disney – Star Wars. What do you get when you put two and two together? Why, Angry Birds Star Wars, of course! It should not be too difficult to find someone who is a fan of both Angry Birds and Star Wars, and you would be pleased to hear that Angry Birds Star Wars is now available for download over from the Windows Phone 8 Store. Basically, both Red Bird and Pink Bird have undergone an epic transformation in their timeless (and endless, at this point in time) battle against the Bad Piggies. Be prepared to go on an intergalactic adventure by grabbing your lightsaber, although it does make me wonder just how birds are able to grasp a lightsaber considering they lack the necessary digits to do so save for feathers. You will be able to visit iconic Star Wars locations such as Tatooine, the Death Star and the beyond. After downloading the game, in can be installed right away. For folks who are still running on Windows Phone 7.5, there might be hope for you just yet as there is a possibility of Angry Birds Star Wars arriving on that particular platform. The thing is, both Rovio and Nokia want to do everything in their power to ensure that the Angry Birds Star Wars experience on the older version of Windows Phone will not arrive gimped, making sure that some semblance of quality control has been put in as well. Keep your feathers crossed, folks! Press Release [ Angry Birds Star Wars makes a landing, the Egg is strong in this one copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Nov 09, 2012 05:00 am | Edwin Swissvoice ePure cordless phone announced How many of you still have a landline at home? If you have answered in the affirmative, then you are surely part of a dying breed. In fact, mobile phone proliferation has been going on for quite some time already, that I cannot remember the last time someone called me on my landline. Wait a minute, it was a couple of weeks ago when one of those pesky telemarketers who seem to know just when you are about to sit down and have a delicious, home cooked meal, when the phone rings. Well, our landlines tend to be boring and of course – wired, but Swissvoice has a different idea with their ePure cordless phone. The Swissvoice ePure cordless phone will deliver unprecedented audio and ergonomic comfort, bringing the DECT cordless phone category to an even higher level than before, making it the ideal upgrade to landline calling. You can be sure that with the ePure cordless phone, your home phone will never be the same again. It will deliver a stylish statement as a functional piece of art in any home that wants to look modern. Sporting a generous acoustic chamber as well as speakers that help optimize sound volume and clarity wherever you go (within range of the wireless signal, of course), the ePure cordless phone will come in an ergonomic design so that you can hold the handset in comfort even though you are about to sit down for a marathon catching up session with your girlfriend whom you have not met for a decade. Other attractive features that are packed into the ePure cordless phone include a backlit LCD display, up to 10 hours of talk time on a full charge, an alarm to wake you up, different ringtones for that added bit of variety in life, and auto answer. Not only that, Fulleco technology has been used to lower the body's exposure to electromagnetic emissions by 65%, not to mention it has been specially designed to consume less power so that our environment can get a breather. The ePure cordless phone can be yours for $99.99 a pop. Press Release [ Swissvoice ePure cordless phone announced copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Nov 09, 2012 04:30 am | Edwin Boombox Metal Wristwatch Now here is a "boomtastic" timepiece to wear around your wrist, where it merges the old school with the new. The $89.99 Boombox Metal Wristwatch comes with an LCD digital time display, allowing you to read the time at but a glance. Sure, it is not going to consume a whole lot of D batteries unlike boomboxes of old, and it will be unable to play back your favorite MP3s (although we do wish that there was an edition that could, but then again, it would mean a pretty big wristwatch to accommodate the larger battery), but at the very least it conveys a sense of style to those who come across your path. Features of the Boombox Metal Wristwatch include a locking clasp, side push buttons, and a display that will shut itself off automatically after just three seconds in order to conserve battery life in the long run. I do not think that this is suitable for action at a corporate boardroom meeting, but it might be the ideal Christmas gift for your teen who is into all things retro. Surely he will be the envy of his friends, don't you think so? [ Boombox Metal Wristwatch copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More Nov 09, 2012 04:00 am | Edwin Pac-Man Ghost Lamp So, you have a very soft spot for all of those retro video games that you grew up with, ranging from Centipede to Dig Dug, Asteroids, and of course, the wakka-wakka sound of Pac-Man. Here we are with a blast from the past, although this would mean you are on the bad guys' side this time around with the £34.99 Pac-Man Ghost Lamp. There is nothing quite as classic as Pac-Man, where this is one of the four ghosts that go around haunting Pac-Man – at least until he gets to a nearby Power Pill and turns the tables on them ghosties. The Pac-Man Ghost Lamp does what it does best – lighting up your room with a ghostly glow, and not only that, it can be remote controlled and is a 100% authentic lamp to light up your room (or wherever else you decide to place it). Unlike the ghosts in the original Pac-Man game, the Pac-Man Ghost Lamp is capable of delivering a spectrum of 16 different colors in a range of settings, among them Strobe, Flash, Dim and Smooth Fade. While this is not an actual ghost, you will need to ensure it remains plugged into the mains at all times to work. [ Pac-Man Ghost Lamp copyright by Coolest Gadgets ] Read More In This Issue People-Powered Medical Devices? Molecular Inspired Comfort Angry Birds Star Wars makes a landing, the Egg is strong in this one Swissvoice ePure cordless phone announced Boombox Metal Wristwatch Pac-Man Ghost Lamp Recent Stories Kitchen Convenience Charge On-the-Go Edifier e10 Exclaim 2.0 speaker system So Much More than a Longboard

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