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October 29, 2005

ZyXEL AG-225H Multi-Purpose Device

The AG-225H is a multi-purpose device, it's about the size a USB flash drive, but includes all the functionality of a WiFi finder and a USB wireless adapter. And it does this for both the 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands, so it supports 802.11a, b, and g. Additionally, ZyXEL went to the trouble of including Soft AP drivers, so when you use the device with your PC you have the option of being a node on the net, or acting as an access point for others. With all these bells and whistles, it's not only a wonder that they were able to squeeze everything into the package, but that all the features work.

WiFi finders are a dime a dozen these days, so it stands to reason that any manufacturer contemplating the creation of one of these things better be thinking of what features that they can add to stand above the crowd. A basic WiFi location device can be purchased for under US$10, so why would anyone even consider this ZyXEL device with a MSRP of US$99?

It's really an issue of the sum of the parts being greater than the whole. The AG-225H is basically made up of 3 parts: (1) a stand alone dual band WiFi Finder, (2) a dual band USB WiFi adapter, and (3) ZyXEL's Soft AP software. In an era where most new notebook PCs have WiFi built in, this may seem a bit redundant, and it would be if the Soft AP software that lets you configure the AG-225H's WiFi as a WiFi access point and share whatever Internet connection your PC has with other devices.

Posted by gizmoFan at 10:46 PM

ReplayTV, another choice for PVR

If you love television, or even if you only have time for a few shows a week - it's time for a DVR. And if you want the finest DVR made, there is another choice. ReplayTV®.

One-Touch Record: Scroll to a show in a familiar looking 12-day channel guide and press record. You're done. A red icon confirms that your show will record. Want the program to record for the entire season? Just press the record button a second time. It's that easy.

Find Shows: Know you like a certain actor but don't have time to research when his movies are coming on? The intuitive Find Shows feature will find every program he's going to be in-including guest appearances on talk shows, TV shows and movies. If your guy is going to be on TV, ReplayTV has the power to find him for you. Search by actor, director, title or subject.

Every Episode or Just the New Ones: ReplayTV DVRs allow you to choose to record every episode of a show or just the new ones and skip the repeats.

Internet Scheduling: On a trip and realize you forgot to record your Alma Mater's big game? Go online and tell your ReplayTV DVR record it. Talk about remote control.

Longest buffer: Sometimes 30 minutes isn't enough. Unlike other DVRs, the ReplayTV DVRs' live TV buffer uses all of the available storage capacity allowing you to pause 33 minutes or 3 hours - you won't miss a thing.

Total Control

Show|Nav™: Power jump forward and back to show segments to get right to the parts you want to see.

QuickSkip®: Skip through your show 30 seconds at a time to get to the stuff you want to see. Make an hour-long program 40 minutes by skipping over the fluff.

Instant Replay: Miss a line of dialogue? Don't understand a plot-twist? Hit Instant Replay and watch it again-whether it's live or recorded television.

Jump Anywhere: You can jump to anywhere in a show by pressing a number followed by QuickSkip. It's great for skipping to the 4th quarter of a game, or to your favorite part of a movie.

Intelligent Networking

Room-to-Room Streaming - Watch It Anywhere: Now all ReplayTV DVRs come with built-in home networking capabilities that allow you to connect 2, 3, up to 8 ReplayTV DVRs together*. Anything you record can be streamed in real-time to any networked DVR in your house. Want to enjoy the big game on the good TV but the kids are watching the big dinosaur? Send the dino into the den-the kids won't miss a minute. After the game, bring the family together for the Sunday night movie that was recording upstairs. A built-in RJ-45 Ethernet connector works with wired and wireless networks (802.11G suggested for wireless streaming).

Watch and Record Anywhere: Schedule two or more shows to record at the same time. You can record shows on any networked DVR in your home without getting up from the living room couch. Then watch whatever's been recorded from whichever ReplayTV DVR you're in front of*.

Resume a Show Anywhere: Start watching a movie in the living room, and if you feel yourself nodding off, pause it, and resume watching right where you left off, in the comfort of your bedroom.

Posted by gizmoFan at 10:18 PM

New: Gizmondo in USA

The Gizmondo is powered by a Microsoft Windows CE.net platform, boasts a 2.8-inch TFT colour screen with a Samsung ARM9 400Mhz processor and incorporates the GoForce 3D 4500 Nvidia graphics accelerator.

It provides cutting-edge gaming, multimedia messaging, an MP3 music player, Mpeg4 movie playing capability, a digital camera and a GPRS network link to allow wide-area network gaming. Additionally, it contains a GPS chip for location based services, is equipped with Bluetooth for use in multi-player gaming and accepts MMC card accessories.

Gizmondo sets the standard for mobile gaming. With 400Mhz of processor power, a state of the art graphics chip from Nvidia and a huge, high resolution TFT screen, Gizmondo totally outclasses all other mobile gaming devices.

Built-in GPS technology allows players to discover the true meaning of mobile gaming. Some of the most exciting, innovative and interactive experiences the gaming industry has ever seen are currently in development.

High quality multi-level games can be installed through an SD card or downloaded remotely via the mobile phone network.

Unlike other mobile gaming devices, Gizmondo puts you in total control with an eight-way D-Pad, left and right triggers and four face buttons.

Posted by gizmoFan at 10:04 PM

New: myTV2go

With MyTV2GO, you’ll never miss your favorite TV shows again! Great for entertainment and productivity, MyTV2GO turns your Mac into a virtual TV replacement when set to full screen TV mode. Or put MyTV2GO's resizable TV window on your Mac desktop while working in any application.
It's also a full functioning QuickTime video digitizer, providing video input and capture. Whether its capturing PICT files from your VCR, capturing short QuickTime movies from your camcorder, being the input device for videoconferencing, or serving as a FM stereo receiver, MyTV2GO provides the solution.

Best of all, it's USB Plug & Play so installation is a snap!

- Watch TV on your Macintosh; full screen or in a window
- Includes a 125 channel cable ready TV Tuner
- Listen to FM stereo radio on your Macintosh (MYTV2GO-fm only)
- Includes EskapeTV for TV viewing and image capture
- Grab still images and short Quicktime movies from TV, VCR or camcorder
- Small size for easy portability
- Plugs into your Mac's USB port for easy installation
- Bus powered – does not require a seperate power supply!
- Compatible with powered USB hubs

System Requirements:
350Mhz G3 processor (minimum)
- Apple® factory USB
- Macintosh with analog audio input*
- MacOS 9.1 (or higher)
- QuickTime 4.0 (or higher)
- Available high powered USB port
- 64MB RAM (minimum)

Compability
- G3 & G4 Macintosh computers
- Factory installed USB port with or without powered USB hub
- MacOS 9.1 (or higher)
- QuickTime 4.0 (or higher)
- Television: non-scrambled cable TV or over the air broadcasts
- Video sources: NTSC, PAL & SECAM from s-video or composite video

Posted by gizmoFan at 5:33 PM

New: myTVPVR

What you want:
Watch live TV, scheduled recordings, or listen to FM radio.
When you want:
Watch it live or watch a recording, Pause, rewind, fast forward it
Where you want it:
Watch it on you MAC desktop, notebook or play it back from DVD*

With myTV.PVR, you’ll never miss your favorite TV shows again! myTV.PVR turns your Mac into a Personal Video Recorder - a virtual VCR and TV replacement when set to full screen TV mode. Or put myTV.PVR resizable TV window on your Mac desktop while working in any application.

Best of all, it's USB Plug & Play so installation is a snap!

Pause your TV shows with instant replay, fast forward and rewind.
Watch TV in a resizeable window (or full screen) on your desktop or laptop screen. Surf the net, answer e-mail or do any other PC function while watching TV!
Schedule your TV recording with WinTV-Scheduler. Use the internet Electronic Program Guide, TitanTV, to view and schedule your TV programs.
Record TV or home videos to your hard disk using high quality MPEG compression. Create MPEG movies in DVD quality up to 12 Mbits/sec, or make VCD or SVCD compatible movies. You typically use 1 to 2 Gigabytes of hard disk per hour of high quality recorded video.

System Requirements:
- 500Mhz G4 processor (minimum) 900mhz G4 recommended
- QuartzExtreme video card
- Apple® factory USB
- MacOS 10.3.8 (or higher)
- 256MB RAM (minimum)
- 3GB hard drive space (minimum) 10GB recomended

Compability:
- G4 & G5 Macintosh computers
- Factory installed USB port with or without powered USB hub
- MacOS 10.3.8 (or higher)
- Television: non-scrambled cable TV or over the air broadcasts
- Video sources: NTSC, PAL & SECAM from s-video or composite video

Posted by gizmoFan at 5:26 PM

Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X

If you plan to compete in the iPod-dominated digital music player market, you better be something more than a pretty face. At first glance, the Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X ($159) brings a lot of different features to the 1GB flash music player table, including a 1.8-inch, 64,000-color LCD, photo-viewing capability, and an SD memory card slot. Unfortunately, these features, along with direct MP3 encoding, an FM radio, and a voice recorder, are overwhelmed by lazy execution in both hardware and software design, as well as a shockingly short battery life.

At 3 by 2 by 0.6 inches, the shiny black Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X is about half the size of a standard iPod. Adjacent to the LCD is a four-way transport-control joystick. On the top spine are four function controls--EQ, record/A-B, menu/hold, and escape/power--along with a pinhole microphone, all of which makes the MP313X difficult to handle without accidentally hitting a button, unless you remember to hold down the menu button for 3 seconds to put the player on hold. On the left spine are the line-in, headphone, and USB 2.0 jacks; on the right spine is the SD slot.

Included with the Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X are USB and power cables (the player can be charged with either), along with a case, an armband, and a CD with the TMusic music-management software and a more extensive manual than the included multilingual paper instruction guide.

The Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X's built-in lithium-ion battery requires 3 hours to charge, but the manual stipulates a 5-hour charge after the first full discharge, a caveat we've never encountered. Eight function options are arrayed on the opening screen: Music, Voice Recorder, Radio, Games, E-text, Picture Gallery, System Setup, and Memory Management, with a battery icon in the lower-right corner. You use the joystick to navigate through the functions and resulting choice lists, and you use the Escape key--rather than the menu button--to step forward and backward through the varying menu screens.

Transferring music is an immediate issue with the Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X. Windows Media Player 10 doesn't support the player, though it identifies an inserted SD card. You can use Windows Explorer to drag and drop tracks from your My Music folder or install Truly's truly abysmal TMusic. In this software, columns of song information are limited to track name and a redundant Title column, as well as artist, album, track length, and genre; the software doesn't identify a track's file format (WMA or MP3), DRM status, or purchase site, for instance. Populating the software with around 1,100 tracks from the My Music folder took nearly half an hour, and even then, track meta tags were not automatically filled in. Transferring music to the player was not much speedier; we averaged 0.68MB per second. And every time we launched the software, we had to go through the same half hour to repopulate the song information and 2 minutes to repopulate the player's music population. This is unacceptable in our book.

Similarly thoughtless control and function missteps are rife in the Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X itself. TMusic has no image transfer or management controls, for instance, requiring you to drag and drop photos to the SD card; we got a Null icon when we tried to drop image files directly to the player. And you have to use the memory-management function to tell the player whether to read the built-in or the SD card; the player doesn't combine content into single piles.

There's even less organization for the music list on the Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X. Instead of having the ability to be sorted by title or artist, tracks are listed helter-skelter--sometimes by album track number, track name, or artist--which makes searching for a specific track nearly impossible. Navigating with the joystick steps through only one track at a time; holding it in the plus (+) or minus (-) position doesn't enable speed scrolling. Since the player can hold nearly 200 tracks, that's a lot of thumb-twitching for finding a single track.

Even the black mini-gavel-shaped earbud design exposes a lack of care; the L and R designations on the earbud stems are embossed in black and nearly impossible to delineate. You do get plenty of--in some cases, too much--information on the playback screen. When you're listening to music, the screen displays a nine-bar volume indicator, the track number (out of the total number of tracks), the track time elapsed, a separate track progress bar, the play and EQ mode, a battery meter, and for some reason, an L/R balance meter such as the ones on old component cassette recorders. While the MP313X's screen is the same size as the one on the photo iPod, displayed images suffer from a severe case of the jaggies.

Audio performance on the Truly Pic 'N Roll MP313X is decent, at the very least. Music quality is good overall, even through the included earbuds. Battery life, however, is abysmal. CNET Labs got a paltry 5.6 hours (audio only) out of the MP313X's internal lithium-ion battery.

Posted by gizmoFan at 2:40 PM

uSport Headband for iPod Shuffle

What makes the uSport Headband so unique is that it is the first iPod Shuffle headband accessory on the market. There are many armbands and standard cases for the Shuffle, but this product is in a league all its own. By attaching the Shuffle to a uSport Headband, your motion becomes completely unhindered by earphone wires.
Head movement will never again cause the earbud wires to pull your earphones out, and your arm motion is completely unhindered so that playing sports like tennis or squash do not interfere with your listening pleasure. Listening to music during activities where quick changes of movement occur finally becomes a viable option.

The great thing about the iPod Shuffle and uSport Headband combination is that it is so light that you don't even feel like you're wearing anything more than just a headband!

The uSport consists of two main components. The first is the neoprene case, in which the ipod shuffle is encased, and the second is the high absorbtion, high quality cotten, polyester, rubber blend headband that has custom sewn elastic loops in it.
Once the shuffle is placed inside the neoprene casing, the headphone wires are wrapped up and placed underneath the cord management pocket on the underside of the case. The case is attached to the headband by velcro and the earbuds slide through the rubber band on the headband to achieve the minimal amount of loose cord. The headband is then put on and the freedom of the uSport Headband begins

Step-by-step instruction and full colour pictures are available by clicking the Setup link above.

Features
- Novel design and wire management system
- Sweat-proof case
- Compatible with any earbud style headphone
- Convenient carrying case
- High Quality Sweatband
- Nearly eliminates the problem of the headphones being pulled or falling out while running or doing anything else!

Posted by gizmoFan at 2:35 PM

Sony NW-A1200 8GB MP3 player

Sony announces in Japan a 8GB version of its Sony NW-A1000 series mp3 player.

The Sony NW-A1200/B comes only in black as the model number indicates. This Sony Walkman is one of the first 8GB mp3 players out there.

Besides the 8GB, the NW-A1200/B features the same specifications of the other already announced Sony A-1000 series mp3 players. Outside of Japan, the Sony NW-A1000 (6GB) was announced in the UK so far. Amazon UK has them up now for pre-order. They ship November 7th for £149.97 (~$263).

Posted by gizmoFan at 1:04 AM

JVC Alnea XA-HD500 6GB MP3 Player

JVC has introduced the Alneo XA-HD500 alongside the headphone-styled XA-A50 and flash-based XA-MP101. The 6 GB XA-HD500 will be competing head-on with players from more established brands including Apple and Creative, yet aims to stand out through longevity and JVC's K2 audio technology.

According to JVC, its K2 audio enhancement technology - featured in JVC home audio components as well as in JVC recording studios - relies on the company's CC converter in an bid to improve the sound quality of compressed music by reclaiming information lost when music is compressed to formats including MP3 and WMA.

These above formats are also the two exclusively supported by the Alneo XA-HD500, including the WMA DRM format which has gained increasing support as of late. The audio player offers four digital surround listening modes and JVC's Active Hyper Bass feature, with other highlights including a backlit LCD display, USB 2.0 connectivity and a charging cradle with audio outputs. Also, the XA-HD500 supports USB charging.

Measuring in at 3.6 x 2 x 0.7 inches and 3.2 oz, the XA-HD500 comes bundled with an infrared remote control for home use, which, when used, automatically enlarges the font size of the audio player's display.

Claiming a playback time of up to 30 hours, the JVC Alneo XA-HD500 is immediately available in the US, selling for $250 USD.

Posted by gizmoFan at 1:00 AM

Nokia 770 Internet Tablet

Go ahead - move the Web! With the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet you can browse your favorite sites and catch up on your email - from right where you are. Whether you're relaxing on the sofa or enjoying the moment at your favorite café, if you have broadband access over WI-FI the Nokia 770 Internet Tablet gives you instant wireless access to the Web. You can also stream files, tune in to Internet radio, News Reader, or play your favorite videos and music.
The Nokia 770 Internet Tablet is easy to use, and easy on your eyes too, with a truly portable design, fashionably discrete brushed metal cover, and an ultra sharp widescreen display that's optimized for viewing online content.

Display
High-resolution (800x480) touch screen with up to 65,536 colors

Applications
Web Browser, Email Client, Internet Radio, News Reader, Media players, Image viewer, File Manager, Search, Calculator, World Clock, PDF-viewer, Notes, Sketch, Games

Operating system
Internet Tablet 2005 Software Edition

Memory On-board Memory: Flash 128MB (>64MB for user)
Expansion Memory Slot: 64MB RS-MMC (Reduced Size - MultiMediaCard)

Supported File Formats
Audio: MP3, MPEG4, AAC, WAV, AMR, MP2
Image: JPEG, GIF, BMP, TIFF, PNG, Animated GIF format, SVG-tiny, ICO
Video: MPEG1, MPEG4, Real Video, H.263, AVI, 3GP

Connectivity
WLAN: 802.11b/g
Bluetooth wireless technology (for file transfer and optional Internet connection via mobile phone)22
USB PC connectivity
Memory Card expansion slot for RS-MMC
3.5 mm stereo audio out
Power connector (2mm)

Specifications
Dimensions: 5.5 inches x 3.1 inches x 0.70 inch
Weight: 8.1 ounces
Operating Temp.:-15°F to 130°F
Color: Black

Language Support
User Interface: American English, British English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

770 Battery Life Standard Li-ion Battery 1500 mAh
-- Browse Time up to 3 hours*
-- Standby Time up to 7 days*

Posted by gizmoFan at 12:09 AM

October 28, 2005

iPod Vending Machines

Apple wants to spread around and is looking for opportunities. They are now installing iPod vending machine in airports. As an example, if you fly to or from Atlanta, you may want to tour around and find this gadget vending machine, where you will find iPods, Shuffles and who knows what now.
The curious thing now, is how are you going to hear any music if there is no MP3 Downloading Machine. It will be great to have it just beside. So if you buy an iPod, you can stuff it with some music somewhere. We will just have to wait for something like that, because who will like to wait in the airport, with a brand new iPod gizmo without any music on it.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:29 PM

Xpower Pocket Powerpack

This XPower Powerpack is the one stop solution to all of your gadget power woes. It is a battery and power inverter that supports a whole slew of powering options that will could support any gadget out there. The inverter has both AC power support and even USB support for you trendy iPod users. It can runs a PSP, laptop and portable DVD player for an extra two hours over its standard charge time while also recharging cell phones, PDA’s and digital audio players in 30 minutes. Just want to use the inverter? Just detach it from the battery and use the car DC or airplane plug. This entire unit is about palm sized and weighs about the same as a bottle of water. Unfortunately this handy charger will set you back around $120.

Posted by gizmoFan at 10:20 PM

Nakamichi Soundspace 10 Audio System

A new product concept for Home Theater System integration that requires simply the addition of a television monitor to create a comprehensive, and high-performance audio/video system. Based on the design-driven SoundSpace product platform, the SoundSpace 10 provides a stunning combination of versatile features, functions, outstanding sonic performance, and sleek, modern styling. The SoundSpace 10 consists of a sensational combination of cosmetically matched components, including a 5-disc MusicBank DVD/CD Changer, A/V Tuner/Processor Unit featuring Dolby Digital and DTS Surround Decoding, 5-Channel Satellite Speaker System, Dual, Active Subwoofer System and a learning-type LCD touch-panel Remote Control. The SoundSpace 10 is unlike any home theater system you have ever seen or heard. It's unparalleled design and sonic performance will enhance any room you dedicate to music and movies.

Unequaled operational convenience is achieved by the use of two separate remote controls. The full-function remote is a wireless, infrared, learning-type remote designed to be placed on a tabletop. All major command keys, including power on/off, source selection, DVD/CD player transport functions are large and logically arranged on a touch-sensitive panel. The LCD panel is back-illuminated for easy operation in low light conditions and integrated display icons visually display operational status and system condition. Furthermore, infrequently used keys are hidden beneath a panel to prevent the disturbance of critical settings and to make everyday operation easier. A compact "egg" shaped remote is also supplied to provide a simple way of controlling all major system functions. Ergonomically designed, this sub-remote fits precisely in your hand, and due to the oversized push-buttons, makes "blind" operation possible.

To capture and reproduce all musical nuance and the visceral impact of low frequency effects, dual active subwoofers are employed. By incorporating a highly efficient 20cm driver mounted in a bass-reflex type enclosure, dynamic reproduction of low frequencies as required in the Dolby Digital format is assured. Each enclosure houses the amplifiers for entire system (3 channels on one, 4 on the other) mounted on the subwoofer's rear panel. By doing so, all speakers are perfectly matched to the power amplifiers, achieving the best possible fidelity and dynamics. Also, by using two independent subwoofer systems, the ideal "twin-mono" configuration is achieved, providing excellent bass frequency propagation and unprecedented placement flexibility.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:46 PM

Podlockers: Security vs Torn Clothes

So here’s another product meant to add some security to your life that may in fact leave you worse off than you would have been without it. The PodLocker is an aluminum frame that slips over several different iPod models and comes with a carabineer-style Master Lock for securing to your clothes, bag, or desk. On the surface, this seems like an idea whose time has surely come, what with the recent spate of podjackings that have plagued music-loving subway riders worldwide. Though this can have a drawback. What we will face now, is if we have a strong cloth to which attach the Podlocker. Podrobbers may still grab you iPod, ripping apart your clothes, bags, etc where the iPod is visibly secure, but not rigged too tight. If you mind having your iPod this way, just be sure nobody can rip it off.
Nice ide, but still with a headache potential problem.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:31 PM

Zicplay Slidekay MP3 Player

Swiss manufacturer Zicplay will be unleashing a new MP3 player on the British Isles in mid-November, a small flash-based model called the Slidekey. As its name suggests, this unit has a four-line, seven-color display that slides away from the base to reveal a circular navigation button and the standard, never-used voice recorder. The Slidekey will come in three capacities, 1GB (which adds an FM tuner), 512MB, and 256MB, for $178, $107, and $89, respectively.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:22 PM

Micro Robodoc for Remote Control Surgeries

Researchers at the University of Nebraska are developing a lipstick-sized robot that can be controlled from thousands of miles away, with the goal of using the bot as a remote-operated “doctor,” able to be inserted into an incision to perform surgery. According to the developer, Dr. Dmitry Oleynikov, the bots have already been successfully tested on animals, and may be used by NASA as early as next spring. For NASA to use the bots in space, however, they would have to be controlled by astronauts, rather than Earth-based doctors. We can imagine that at least some astronauts might balk at the process of inserting one of these and telling it what to do — though we assume that Dr. Oleynikov has a way to shut it down in an emergency.
My questions are, how much does this Microdoc charges? And how can you pay if you are in space?

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:15 PM

iPods want to Treat or Trick this Halloween

If you think Halloween outfits for dogs and cats are ridiculous, you probably won't appreciate the latest fad: costumes for cell phones and iPods.

Yes, Americans are dressing inanimate, everyday objects in seasonal garb. One expert says that's unprecedented -- but to be expected.

Given how Halloween retail sales are now second only to Christmas, "It was probably inevitable that the holiday would collide head-on with the hottest products," said Lisa Morton, author of "The Halloween Encyclopedia."

"Since you can't feed an iPod candy or carve it into a jack-o'-lantern," she said, "all that's left is dressing it in costume."

Thus your iPod portable music player can become a jaunty pirate on Oct. 31, complete with teensy eye patch and sword. Your flip-phone can masquerade as a fuzzy monster named Ruphus. Or maybe a pink monkey.

"That's good for Halloween, since you don't find pink monkeys in nature," noted Shari Maxwell of Extreme Halloween Inc. in Dania Beach, Fla. Sales of the $10.95 outfits on the "Cell Phone Costumes" section of the company's Web site, anniescostumes.com, are so brisk that the staff is having trouble keeping up.

Shanalyn Victor's Pixelgirl Shop (pixelgirlshop.com) sells furry "iPod monsters" in various colors for $30. They're handmade by Ann Arbor, Mich., artist Marty Flint -- and hard to keep in stock.

"It takes him an hour for each case," said Victor, also of Ann Arbor. "We've sold 30 or 40 in the last month or two."

And yes, Victor said, an iPod is fully functional while dressed as a monster.

Cell phone outfits have been around for at least seven years. That's when the Fun Friends idea took root in Julian Parry, after he spotted a fisherman in South Africa carrying a phone inside a plush lobster toy.

Now, "We have 500 or 600 different styles," Parry said from Funfriends.com headquarters in Sarasota, Fla. Standards include a dog, cat, bear, frog, pig and monkey, available for flip-phones as well as bar-style; most retail between $7.99 and $9.99.

Halloween-theme Fun Friends were offered (and sold out) in the past, but not this year. "We're concentrating on Christmas right now," Parry said.

Basketballer Shaquille O'Neal, actress Hilary Duff, singer Avril Lavigne and model Heidi Klum have been spotted with Fun Friends on their phones.

Parry also is the father of tiny floppy-dog costumes for TV remote controls and staplers. "It's a fun little puppy dog, it's like he's taking a bite out of your paper," he said of the stapler version.

Over at iAttire.net, it's "Your Music in Costume."

Jo Ann Villalobos of Los Angeles was in an Ikea late in August when she ran across finger puppets that nearly fit her iPod Shuffle, a slim version of the player.

"But it wasn't a perfect fit. I'm a textile artist, so I started finagling with it," she said. "I finally realized that rather than re-engineer it, I'd come up with my own."

Her first design is still "everybody's favorite" -- a cowboy costume complete with hat, chaps and neckerchief. "My sister even found the tiniest checked fabric for the bandana," she said.

Villalobos began handcrafting various designs (seven especially for Halloween), and partner Rob King of San Francisco created the Web site, which launched this month. Halloween costumes sell for $39.99.

"We had to put up an FAQ, and of course the first question we answered was, `Is this a joke?"' she said.

Nope.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:02 PM

Samsung SC-M105S Camcorder

Get the ability to perform many convenient functions with this little gadget, the Camcorder SC-M105S. With superior camera features and built-in memory, as well as MP3 capability, you can lighten your load while touring or hiking and have all the needed functions to make your day more enjoyable right at your fingertips.

10x Optical Zoom

provides incredible zooming ability. Variable speed control is activated by automatic sensing of the amount of pressure applied to the zoom tab.

MPEG4 Video Clip Recording

can record an MPEG-4 digital video clip, which has high picture quality and takes up little memory space. Video can be stored directly to your Memory Stick or transferred to your PC via USB.

512MB Built-In Memory

allows you to take photos and MPEG4 movies more conveniently. Using built-in memory instead of memory cards reduces your cost while providing high capacity compared with other units.

PictBridge™

PictBridge™ technology enables you to connect the camcorder directly to any printer which supports PictBridge™ standard via a USB cable.

Two Way Memory System

combining Built-In Memory and Memory Stick Pro allows you to store your important documents and files in order to review them anytime anywhere.

Posted by gizmoFan at 1:13 PM

Samsung SC-X105L MPEG4 Sports Camcorder

You finally did it. You landed the jump, climbed the peak, bungeed the gorge. The only problem is, there was no one there to see it. That's one place our new line of Digital Memory Camcorders can fill the bill. Compact, lightweight and easy to carry these models are ideal for the active person who doesn't want to miss an opportunity to record a great feat.
Samsung's MPEG4 Sports Camcorder offers the ability to capture those thrilling moments. Whether you're snow boarding or skiing you can capture the moment with the remote lens.

10x Optical Zoom/100x Digital Zoom

Provides incredible zooming ability. Variable speed control is activated by automatic sensing of the amount of pressure applied to the zoom tab.

MPEG4 Video Clip Recording

Record an MPEG-4 digital video clip, which has high picture quality and takes up little memory space. Video can be stored directly to your Memory Stick or transferred to your PC via USB.

680K Movie Optimized CCD

Delivers high-resolution video images with superior color resolution and detail. It surpasses the conventional camcorder with digital quality and its high performance PC interface.

Suitable for outdoor activities

Camera body is pocket-size and offers a non-slip surface. The included external remote lens offers wide-angle capabilities, is weather-resistant, and allows for hands-free shooting.

Multi Function Capabilities

MP3 Player, Voice Recorder, Data Storage, Web Cam.

Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS)

Minimizes unwanted picture shaking caused by hand movement during recording.

Photo Mode Function

Allows for easy picture taking (800 x 600 resolution) and the ability to save still pictures into Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO.

512MB Built-in Memory

Allows you to take photos and MPEG4 movies more conveniently. Combining built-in memory and Memory Stick PRO allows you to store your still images, MPEG4 movies, and important documents and files allowing you to review them anytime, anywhere.

Posted by gizmoFan at 1:08 PM

October 27, 2005

Monolith II MP3 Player

The Monolith II is a revolutionary MP3 player; the term “revolutionary” is often over-used, but in the case of the Monolith, such plaudits are justified. There is a massive range of MP3 players available on the market today and any new MP3 player entering the market must offer something unique. The Monolith II is fused into a solid 1.5mm aluminium casing (called X-Protect); not stuck together with glue or screws – ‘fused’, in a unique manufacturing process pioneered by the manufacturer, Estar Laboratories. This makes the Monolith II practically indestructible; it was run over with a car, shot the player with a BB gun, thrown the player against a brick wall – it just doesn’t break. There are more practical uses for this strength including making the Monolith II the ideal MP3 player for exercising or extreme sports and you simply won’t need to worry about the player if it’s just chucked into your pocket! Don’t worry about the battery either, with an internal lithium-ion rechargeable battery (featuring over 19 hours of playback time) all you need to do is connect the player to your PC’s USB port (or purchase the optional AC Power Adapter) and the player will be fully primed for action in 3 hours time.

What about audio quality? There’s not much point having a Superman of an MP3 player if it sounds like a kid’s toy! The Monolith II’s audio heart is a 24bit Wolfson sigma delta DAC; one of the most sophisticated audio processors available in a portable MP3 player today, driving an impressive 13mW of sound output per channel with a clarity of sound previously unheard of. You’ve also got a slew of core features that you’d expect in an MP3 player of this class including multi-codec support (MP3 and WMA files), an FM tuner, FM recorder, Direct MP3 Encoding, sophisticated bookmarking, digital voice recording and a lot more.

You’ve probably come to expect such features in a normal mid range MP3 player, so what’s the big deal with the Monolith II? This player goes one step further with each of these features; let me give you some examples: the screen on the Monolith II is not just black and white, it’s a two colour, 16 shades of grey, super bright, smooth scrolling, OLED display to maximise readability (before you consider a full colour screen – check out an OLED display screen, much easier to interpret and it looks cool!). Each Monolith II can be uniquely customised by downloading your own pictures / animations to use as the start up sequence or logo. Most players also have an FM recording function, the Monolith II doesn’t just offer a simple FM recorder; it offers intelligent FM timed recording (specify a time and date and it’ll start recording the radio) along with full bookmarking support within recordings. Haven’t got access to a PC but your friend is playing a track that you just have to get? Connect a cable to the Monolith II’s Line In socket and record directly into MP3 format. Sure, most MP3 players these days can do this, but the Monolith II features adjustable sampling rates, 39 choices of recording bitrates and the choice of recording into stereo or mono.

As well as direct encoding and FM recording, the Monolith II is also the perfect MP3 player for a student or business person looking for a digital dictation machine. With a built in Sound Activity Detector (SAD) and a super sensitive internal microphone, the Monolith II can automatically turn on and off its recording systems depending on the level of sound present in the room. Again, you have access to 39 different bitrates to record files into. Don’t forget, if you find that you need an even more sensitive microphone to the one built into the Monolith II, you have the ability to attach an external self powered and self amplified microphone to the Monolith II’s Line In socket (optional accessory, not supplied).

Want to wake up next to a beautiful woman in the morning? OK, the Monolith II can’t quite manage this – we’re working on it; however, you can be woken up with the pulsating beat of your favourite music track. The Monolith II is not just an MP3 player, it’s also a digital alarm clock; allowing you specify a music wake up time and even an auto sleep time. Want to learn a new language? The Monolith II excels in this area, if you still can’t justify buying the Monolith II as the best flash based MP3 player currently on the market – remember it’s also an educational learning aid that can help you and people all around the world expand their knowledge and communicate with different cultures on our planet. I’m possibly overstating the educational abilities of the Monolith II slightly, but the player does offer 13 levels of playback speed control, quick repeat functions and cue-review features making the player ideal for language learning or playing back audio books.

You can see by the length of this review the sheer volume of features that the manufacturer has crammed into the tiny case of the Monolith II and we’re barely half way through! The player is in fact tiny (it looks quite big on the photos), it’s actually about the height of a cigarette lighter and not a lot wider. Don’t forget the sophisticated bookmarking support allowing mid track bookmark support and infinitive resume options (the Monolith II can start playing from the exact position in the music track when it was switched off).

Want to transport files from home to your work, from university to your flat, from your house to a friend’s house – you get the point, with full Removable Disk Drive support (no need for drivers), the Monolith II is also a USB hard drive; no fuss, just plug the player into your PC and transfer files, there is no copyright protection and no restrictions unlike many other players.

To summarise, the Monolith II is an MP3 player, an FM tuner, an FM recorder, a digital dictation machine, an MP3 recorder, an educational language learning tool, a digital alarm clock, a clock, a sleep timer and in our opinion, a work of art. Don’t be put off by the massive range of features if you are an MP3 player beginner or just want an MP3 player to play music – the Monolith II’s icon driven menu systems and simple intuitive controls make the player accessible to all.

Buy it at Advancedmp3players.co.uk

Posted by gizmoFan at 7:03 PM

MPIO FY300 256MB

The MPIO FY-300 features a built in USB plug and rechargeable Li-Polymer battery. It supports multi format, direct encoding, the playback and recording of FM radio, Voice recording and firmware upgradeable. Feel the FY300. Simplicity and elegance. Does not have a lot of memory, but it is real portable.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:59 PM

Oakley Thump Digital Audio Eyewear

Introducing OAKLEY THUMP, the world’s first digital audio eyewear. The revolutionary design seamlessly integrates a music player and earphones right into the frame. That means no more wires. Just high performance optics forged with a state-of-the-art digital audio engine. Listen to music virtually anywhere. OAKLEY THUMP will change the way you see and hear the world.

Your ears are on your head, so why should your music system hang on your waist? OAKLEY THUMP shatters the block-and-cord design that hasn’t changed since portable players were invented 25 years ago. It gives the wearer complete freedom to enjoy music during activities where tethered players with cords and separate base units can be cumbersome, or even dangerous.

Oakley went a step further and engineered the earphones and lenses with flip-up mechanisms so they can be disengaged and re-engaged instantly. That makes it practical to carry on a conversation, grab a call, or listen to music indoors. All this technology weighs less than 1.9 ounces, so you get all-day comfort.

State-of-the-art fidelity. The integrated electronics feature a 75MHz Digital Signal Processor, custom engineered to get premium sound out of compressed MP3 and WMA song files. An 18-bit Sigma Delta DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter) is optimized for acoustically pure audio with a signal-to noise ratio of greater than 87dB. Sound processing includes anti-pop algorithms and short-circuit protection for extra clarity. Mylar sonic expansion speakers pump out a full range of frequency response, up to the 20 kHz limit of human hearing. All that adds up to true-sounding audio with stunning fidelity.

Advanced cranial hardware. OAKLEY THUMP lets you control the mix of music vs. environment. The speakers are mounted on miniature extendible booms for precise positioning, and they pivot away so you can listen to a conversation or grab a call. They flip back down instantly so you won’t miss a beat. No more fighting with wires or shoving things into your ears.

Optical overkill. All this technology is integrated into world-class eyewear sculpture. Patented XYZ Optics maximizes visual clarity, even at the sides of raked-back lens contours. Plutonite lens material blocks 100% of all UV and harmful blue light, and polarization and Iridium lens coatings cut glare and optimize vision.

Control at your fingertips. No more digging into your pocket or fumbling with a wired remote to find a button. All controls blend seamlessly into the frame geometry, and we put them where you can find them instantly.

Six-hour battery life. A specially designed lithium ion polymer cell minimizes weight and provides up to six hours of continuous music. For the ultimate in convenience, charging can be done through the USB cable or an optional external charger. (Optional accessories include a Car Charger and a World Wall Charger with four adapter plugs for international travel).

Compatibility. Right out of the box, OAKLEY THUMP works with most Mac and Windows PCs. No set-up required. No software to install. Pick either platform — or both. And use whatever music jukebox program you want. MusicMatch, Windows Media Player, whatever. OAKLEY THUMP is the world’s first cross-platform, plug-and-play digital music eyewear.

Lighting file transfer. OAKLEY THUMP comes with a USB 2.0 cable for connecting to your computer. USB 2.0 is optimized for speed, so copying a full 120- song jam takes no time at all. And it couldn’t be simpler. When you connect OAKLEY THUMP to your computer, it shows up on your desktop. All you do is move song files — MP3, WMA or WAV format — with a simple drag and drop.

Digital cargo. Use OAKLEY THUMP to store and transport computer files. While you’re playing your favorite tunes, you can haul virtually any kind of data. Transfer the files to another computer with the fast USB connection. Or use OAKLEY THUMP to backup critical files from work and keep them safe in your brainframe.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:52 PM

Next Base Tablet DVD Player SDV77-B

The world's first tablet style DVD Player. The ultimate gift for a movie or gadget enthusiast. You'll be amazed when you hold this player in your hands, truly the latest technology.

This new version of the Next Base DVD Player replaces the side loading mechanism of previous models with a new top loading system; the TFT screen raises to allow you to easy place your DVD in the player's main body. This system is much easier to use and allows you to change DVDs without having to remove the Next Base from the supplied car headrest bag.

The physical appearance of the Next Base has also been redeveloped with the addition of a new more intuitive button layout and silver surround to emphasise the massive 7" vibrant TFT screen which has also been improved to be easier to view in a wider variety of light conditions and from a wider viewing angle than previous models.

Included as standard with the Nextbase is a rechargeable battery that allows a reasonable 3 hours of playback along with a car cigarette power adapter and AC power adapter; allowing a wide variety of power options. You won't need to stretch to reach the Nextbase either; you can control the unit while sitting back comfortably in your seat using the supplied stylish card style remote control.

The Nextbase will play virtually any format of disc that you throw at it including DVD, VCD, SVCD, MP3's, Music CD's, JPEG Picture Discs, CD-R/RW, DVD +/- R and DVD +/- RW! The addition of a built in anti-shock system means that the Next Base delivers a clean, smooth picture regardless of outside conditions. It's truly a player you can take anywhere; on the road, on a desk, in the office, on a plane or in your hands!

7" True Color TFT Display
DVD/VCD/SVCD/MP3/CD/JPEG CD-R/RW, DVD +/- R, DVD +/- RW Playback
Super Slim: 20.6 x 17.3 x 3.7mm
With 3 Hrs DVD Playback Time
Card-Type Remote Control Included

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:49 PM | Comments (1)

Centurion PPDVD6 Portable DVD Player

Portable DVD player with integrated 6 inch 16:9 TFT LCD screen, comes ready to use in a stylish carry/viewing case. (The case features straps to fix the product between the two front seats of a vehicle).

- Plays Multi Region CD & DVD Music and Video
- Centurion 6" TFT LCD screen with integrated DVD player
- Overall dimensions (mm): 240 (W) x 75 (H) x 185 (D)
- Resolution: 1200 (H) x 234 (V)
- Aspect Ration: 16:9
- Viewing angle: 130
- Headphone output
- Mains and Car adapters
- 2 x Stereo Speakers
- Display type: Active matrix TFT LCD colour
- Current consumption: 1 Amp
- Outputs: 1 x video, 1 x audio
- Output via RCA 1 for Games console
- Remote control
- FREE Carry Case and Car Mounting Straps

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:45 PM

Archos AV 500 100 GB DVR

Now you have it, ARCHOS presents its new pocket Digital Video Recorder (DVR) which allows you to record everything directly from your TV, imagine that you can store up to 400 hours of videos or 250 movies and watch them on a 4” color screen on the go, so why run after work to see your favorite shows, see them while you are stuck at the traffic.
Record directly from TV
An easy procedure, just install the TV docking pod in a one-time set-up operation, record directly television programs, movies and home videos directly from your TV, VCR, DVD player2, cable box or satellite receiver (PAL & NTSC) ... and watch on the go! Why bother yourself every day, with the integrated scheduler you can program your recording. Set the schedule for a week or even a month.

Play Video
You can play back your favorite programs on the the 4" widescreen or on any external screen with a near DVD quality. You can also play Windows Media®, protected Windows Media®4 and MPEG-46 video files. The AV 500 offers many functionalities such as slow motion, adjustable screen size, video editing or even a video bookmarking function.

Photo wallet
Also he AV 500 acts as a great digital photo companion accessory. Transfer up to one million photos directly from your digital camera or from another mass storage device using the built-in USB host connection. Thanks to the high speed USB 2.0 connector, download pictures from your computer. Organize photos and watch them in slideshows on the AV 500 screen or any external display.

Connectivity
The AV 500 has a USB Host Port enabling you to copy, share, connect and transfer files directly from other powered mass storage devices. Additionally, the AV 500 is recognized as a mass storage drive on your PC or Mac enabling you to store any computer files using the high-speed USB 2.0 interface (backward USB 1.1 compatible at a lower speed).

Music Player
The AV 500 features a music player, so MP3's are also on the move. Easily organize songs with the enhanced ARCLibrary and customize your view by artist, album, type of music, title, year, and play lists without having to use a computer. The AV 500 also offers an audio recording application to record (encoding in real time) in WAV (PCM or ADPCM), from almost all analog stereo sources. You can also use the stereo microphone if you want to record notes and consult them easily.

PC autosync
With the AV 500 you may purchase, download, subscribe to or rent protected video and music content from the Microsoft PlaysForSure™ websites. Using the high-speed USB 2.0 interface, the AV 500 will easily auto-synchronize this content with Windows Media® Player 10 each time you connect it to your PC, or convert your Windows Media® Player 10 library content to one of the many compatible formats (MP3, WMA, WAV, protected WMA, MPEG-4, WMV and protected Windows Media Video4).

The AV 500 is the Pocket DVR & movie companion for people on the go
Easily install the AV 500 with a one-time-set-up operation, connecting the device to any TV set by using our new TV cradle
Record directly from your TV, VCR, DVD player, cable or satellite box. Make scheduled recordings
Play TV recorded shows, movies and home videos on a 4” color screen, your TV or any external screen
Play DivX® & MPEG-4 files
Enjoy up to 100GB* to store up to 400 hours of videos, 250 movies, 55 000 songs or 1 000 000 photos
Transfer photos directly from your digital camera using the USB host port
View your videos & your photos on the go on the 4” color large screen using the integrated stand or connect to any external TV or video screen for home viewing
Record and listen to music using the ARCHOS music center
Use the built-in USB host port to connect mass storage peripherals such as a digital camera, external hard drives or USB key while on the go.
Connect to a computer using the high-speed USB 2.0 interface
Purchase, download, subscribe or rent protected music and video content from “Playsforsure™” compatible online stores using Microsoft®’s Windows Media® Player 10 on your PC ; Play WMV & protected WMV files
Easily Autosync content between the AV 500 and Windows Media® Player 10 every time you connect the AV 500 to your PC for on-the-go viewing
Attach an optional Camera, and transform your AV 500 in a sport camcorder.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:39 PM

Creative Travelsound i300 Speakers

Compact, lightweight and foldable, Creative® TravelSound™ speakers are so convenient to bring along on your travels. It features slim Titanium Micro Drivers for enhanced audio. Couple that with the digital amplifier that gives you power without zapping your battery life, and you are all set for extended music playback with fantastic audio quality. And to elevate your audio experience, simply apply the Wide Effect feature to enjoy an expanded soundstage. Ideal for use with portable digital audio players like NOMAD® Jukebox, portable DVD player or the notebook, Creative TravelSound speaker system is a must-have for great sound on the go.

- Impressive audio quality from high precision Titanium drivers
- Line-in jack allows versatile connection to portable devices
- Digital amplifier allows up to 35 hours continuous playback on 4-AAA batteries
- Lightweight 320g (with batteries) speaker with foldable stand for maximum portability
- 'Wide Effect' mode that instantly expands your listening soundstage

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:34 PM

Squeezebox 3 (Wireless) Network Music

This is the brand new 3rd generation version of the Squeezebox. Experience the best of your music, anywhere in your home.

Squeezebox is a study in downtempo, modern design appropriate for any setting. It is a joy for the eyes as well as the ears. The contrast of highly polished material against a crisp brushed metal fascia is a fitting reflection of the sophisticated technology within. Squeezebox lets you easily access any song in your music collection, from any room in your home. It delivers pure digital sound without the hassle of shuffling through CDs. From its simple remote control, Squeezebox gives instant access to any music on your computer, plus hundreds of crystal-clear internet radio stations.

- Stunning aqua display
- True 802.11g
- Burr-Brown DAC
- MP3, WMA, AAC, and Lossless
- Internet radio, news, and more!

Enjoy superior sound quality: Squeezebox features a high fidelity 24-bit Burr-Brown™ DAC, legendary in the audiophile community for their clean output and ultra-low distortion characteristics. Digital optical, coax, and analog connectors can plug into any home theater, stereo or amplified speakers.

Locate players far and wide: With built-in support for true 802.11g and advanced lossless compression technologies, you can locate your Squeezebox up to three times further from your wireless access point. Also, Squeezebox can serve as a wireless bridge, allowing other network-ready devices to connect through its ethernet port.

Easy to use and set up: It takes just a few minutes to install: simply load SlimServer, our powerful and free Open Source software, onto your computer and connect the player to your network. Squeezebox automatically configures itself and is ready to use.

Listen to more audio formats: With support for MP3, WMA, FLAC, AAC, WAV, and Ogg Vorbis, Squeezebox handles all of today's leading and emerging formats without sacrificing audio quality. With built-in support for lossless compression technology (FLAC) and "pure software" SlimDSP™ architecture, your hardware investment is protected against technical obsolescence.

Synchronize music to more rooms: Broadcast the same music or independent streams to 2, 10 or even 20 rooms by adding Squeezebox players to stereos in each location.

Animate your music: Squeezebox displays animations that move to the beat of your music. The bright and easy-to-read vacuum fluorescent display lets you see your music, not just hear it.

Find Songs Faster: Browse and search 100,000 song libraries in seconds to find the perfect song for the perfect moment. Squeezebox's user-friendly interface allows you to browse quickly through your whole music collection via custom remote controls or a web browser.
Rediscover your hidden gems: Create instant music mixes using built-in support for third-party tools, including MusicMagic™ and Moodlogic.

Posted by gizmoFan at 6:24 PM

Samsung YH-999 Portable Media Center

The Samsung YH-999 Windows Mobile™- based Portable Media Device is a revolutionary handheld entertainment device that makes it easy to store and play recorded TV, movies, home videos, music and photos transferred from a PC with Windows® XP. You can watch and listen to your favorite entertainment anytime and anywhere - in the palm of your hand or through a TV or stereo. Store and play up to 80 hours of video, up to 5000 songs or tens of thousands of pictures.

Mobile Entertainment reaches new heights
Transfer recorded TV, movies, home videos, music and photos from your PC with Windows XP. You can watch and listen to your favorite entertainment anytime and anywhere in the palm of your hand or through a TV or Stereo.

All the storage you need
Store and play up to 80 hours of video, up to 5000 songs or tens of thousands of pictures. You get a 20GB hard disk drive with USB 2.0 access along with a rechargeable (Li-ion) battery.

Supports all leading file formats
Supports Windows Media® audio and video, MP3 and the simplicity
to sync your music and pictures from your PC with Windows Media Player 10 nothing could be simpler!

Buy at Samsung.com

Posted by gizmoFan at 10:43 AM

October 26, 2005

Swiss Knife Memory Stick

It has always been smart and chic, and is now even more powerful in its amazing new outfit. SWISSMEMORY™ USB Victorinox, the liaison between the traditional Swiss pocket knife and a Hi-Speed USB storage device is now available on the market with a capacity of 1 GB in addition to the classic variant in rubyRED and in the chic Silver Edition retroALOX.
The new exclusive retroALOX Edition with its ribbed Alox cover is also available in 256 MB and in addition
to the 1GB version. In comparison with the colourful pocket knives the silver-coloured technical accessory functions without LED and biro focusing exclusively on its elegant looks. The small-size Swiss specialist demonstrates its new king’s storage class in rubyRED self-confidently focusing on its white LED with high illuminating power. It thus stands out from the crowd of proven models featuring a lower capacity and red light. It goes without saying that all versions are furnished with scissors, file and knife, things that you won’t want to miss if you are outdoors.

No matter whether in rubyRED or retroALOX, 1 GB variants permit large data volumes of any format to be transported in mobile operation. Thanks to its headstart in technology and its further development Swissbit was able to cross the GB limit with its SWISSMEMORX™ USB Victorinox. A USB 2.0 controller guarantees a high-speed transmission of data with transfer rates of up to 8 MB / s. Thanks to Plug&Play the Swiss specialist is available as an external storage medium within next to nothing.
The Travel-it-easy™ Software stored on the USB Sticks converts the small handy aid into a pocket-size office. By synchronising personal user data using the USB storage medium on your own computer mails in Outlook
Express can be called off from any computer, documents from “My Files” can be processed or Internet favourites taken over.

The software additionally enables surfing in the Internet without leaving a trace, as temporary Internet files and cookies are saved on the mobile storage medium. Thanks to password protection data stored on the medium are
protected against unauthorised access. The only exception is the „Lost & Found function“, a form saved as HTML file containing personal contact data which is immediately available to anybody if the knife is lost and found.
All new SWISSMEMORY™ USB Victorinox models are additionally available in the Flight Version, which is not equipped with scissors, knife and file so that you will have no problems with when passing the baggage control point at the airport. Customers are granted a two-year guarantee for the USB memory, for the knife corpus a life-long guarantee covering all material and fabrication defects. The storage giant is delivered with a USB extension cable.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:28 PM

Signo World´s Thinnest Ball Point Pens

You want to write on a grain of rice? Take the world's thinnest ball point pens from Signo and do it.
The Signo Ball Point Pens have a width of only 0.18mm.
Signo Bit pens come in a pack of 8 colors (orange, light blue, violet, pink, red, black, emerald, and blue). Apparently they are a huge hit in Japan. But who will have able hands to write with them? Apparently everything will start shrinking, so expect anything.
JetPens sells them for $25 in the US.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:12 PM

Apple iPod Video 30GB Black MP3 Player

Witness the evolution of the revolution. First it played songs. Then photos. Then podcasts. Now iPod plays video, changing the way you experience your music and more. Again. In lighter, thinner 30GB and 60GB models starting at $299, the new iPod is music to your eyes.
Better Yet
Time for the world's best music player to take the stage for another encore. In 30GB and 60GB(1) models that hold up to 15,000(2) songs, full-color album art and up to 25,000 photos(3), the new iPod makes the most of your music and more. Yeah, you've heard that tune before. Only now, you can watch it, too. With support for up to 150 hours(4) of video and a 2.5-inch color display, the new iPod lets you take music videos and TV shows on the road.

More and Less
The new iPod boasts up to 20 hours of battery life(5), five hours more than before. Plus, you get a bigger display and one more iPod color - sleek black. But here's the kicker: At under half an inch thin, the new 30GB iPod takes up about 45 percent less room than the original iPod. Even the new 60GB model is 10 percent thinner than the fourth-generation 20GB iPod. More features in less space? Sounds like iPod.
Hold Everything
Now you can put all your music in your pocket and still have room for, well, practically everything else. Catch up on your reading with audiobooks. Browse your memories with photo slideshows, complete with music. Watch video podcasts, music videos and your favorite TV shows. Consult your calendar or look up an email address. Even check the time in another city or time your fastest lap. The new iPod keeps it all close at hand.
Spin Some Tunes
The Apple Click Wheel gives you access to your entire music, photo and video library - from one thumb. Control volume and browse using the touch-sensitive surface. Play. Pause. Rewind and fast-forward. Rate your favorites. Create playlists on the go. Launch photo slideshows. The Click Wheel puts everything at your fingertips, so you can keep your eyes and ears on the music.
Sync, Look and Listen
Playing your iPod is only half the fun. Try filling it with downloads from the iTunes Music Store. Choose from over 2 million songs, 20,000 podcasts, 2,000 music videos or your favorite ABC and Disney television shows, download them to your Mac or PC and sync them to your iPod. Add an optional audio cable to play music from the iPod to your home stereo or use an optional S-video cable with iPod to play VJ on your TV. You can perform the same big-screen feat with iPod photo slideshows. Oh, and you can do it all from across the room using the optional Universal Dock and handy new Apple remote.

Posted by gizmoFan at 8:15 PM

Rio Carbon 5GB MP3 Player

The Rio Carbon 5GB is the next generation compact player with power and performance. Rio Carbon 5GB is perfect for the music lover with a few hundred CDs or someone starting out their digital audio collection who wants room to grow. The ultra slim design goes anywhere, and its superb battery life of up to 20 hours continues long after mini-powered players have died.
With it’s built-in voice memo recorder you can quickly capture your thoughts and organize your ideas. And like all Rio players, the Rio Carbon uses simple menus and intuitive controls for easy one-handed operation. In the box with your Carbon is a USB cable for downloading music as well as battery charging from your computer. Also included is an AC power adapter and carrying case.

Buy now for $189.99 at Amazon.com

Posted by gizmoFan at 8:07 PM

NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra!

Carry all the music you'll ever own in the NOMAD® Jukebox Zen Xtra! Simply transfer all your music with Creative MediaSource™ and the ultra fast USB2.0 into the player, press the play button and get set to enjoy high-fidelity music. With advanced features such as Quick Scroller Navigation, Find, Playlist Creation and automatic ID3 tag categorization, managing and organizing your music will be a breeze. And the NOMAD Jukebox Zen Xtra doubles up as an external hard drive for storing all your documents such as photos, documents and other data files.

A Stylish Digital Audio Player With Huge Storage Space
- Huge 30GB/60GB storage lets you bring up to 8,000/16,000 WMA songs (80kbps) or MP3 songs (128kbps) everywhere you go (Based on 4 minutes per song)
- Use AudioSync™ to synchronize your music on your player with your PC at work, school and home or on the road
- Load a song a second with ultra fast USB2.0 port. Works with USB1.1 too
Advanced Features Enhance your Digital Music Experience
- Create and customize playlists for any occasion anywhere
- Music files are automatically arranged by artist, album, genre or track
- Handy Find Feature locates any song, album or artist
- Powerful icon-driven interface with Quick Scroller Navigation
- Removable, high-capacity Li-ion battery - up to 14hrs continuous playback per charge
- Sleep Timer and Wake to Music Feature
- Personalize your player with 6 different Profile settings that let you customize screen savers, skins, idle timers and more!
Customize Your Audio Playback with Innovative EAX™ Technologies
- Advanced EQ lets you customize your music playback with Equalizer presets or set your own using the 4-band custom equalizer
- Smart Volume Management™ adjusts the playback volume of all the tracks on your play list so they will remain at the same level without you reaching for the volume control between songs!
- Time Scaling speeds up or slows down an audio track with no distortion
-Environmental Effects simulate audio environments such as "Concert Hall" or "Arena"

Posted by gizmoFan at 3:25 PM

Iomega Mixx

Lots of digital storage companies have been jumping into the MP3 player game lately, including big names like SanDisk and Lexar. Now Iomega has joined the fray with its Iomega Mixx, a "sports-oriented" flash-based player that runs on a single triple-A battery with mostly unimpressive results. At $129.95 list for 1GB, the Mixx isn't expensive, but there are better choices available in the same price range, such as the MobiBlu DAH-1500i. The company also offers 512MB and 256MB versions for $89.95 and $59.95, respectively.
The Mixx is small and very light, measuring 3 by 1.5 by 0.9 inches and weighing just 1.3 ounces with the included battery. The Mixx has plenty of extras that are becoming standard—at least on non-Apple players—including an FM tuner with 30 presets, a voice recorder with a built-in mic, and FM recording capability. It also does A/B repeat, which is a favorite feature of ours. File format support is limited to MP3, WMA (unprotected only), and WAV, and it also supports ID3 tags so you can see information about the current song. You can even view lyrics (.lrc) files while you're listening to music.

Posted by gizmoFan at 3:19 PM

MP3 Ebuyer Ecoman

Once upon a time, Sony's fancy pants cassette Walkmans would set you back £200 - until they became a complete commodity and cheap rivals appeared at £10 a pop.
Well, the same price-cutting trend has finally hit the MP3 world. It ain't pretty and it doesn't do much, but the 24g Ebuyer Ecoman (above left) does cost the same as a ticket to the cinema. For a tenner, you get MP3 playback, one AAA battery that'll run for eight hours and a pair of in-ear headphones.
What you don't get is any storage. The Ecoman uses SD and MMC cards to store your tunes and a 512MB SD one will set you back £23. So the reality is that this is a £33 MP3 player - making it dangerously close to half the price of Apple's gorgeous, iTunes-compatible 512MB Shuffle.
For those feeling particularly lavish, Ebuyer is also selling the £13 'MP3 Player with Expansion Slot' which features a tiny, calculator-size screen. Like the cheap-as-chips Ecoman, you'll need to add a SD/MMC card.

Posted by gizmoFan at 3:15 PM

October 25, 2005

Kodak Easyshare P880 Zoom Digital Camera

- Fast f/2.8 24–140 mm wide-angle lens
- 8.0 MP sensor for prints up to 30 × 40 in. (75 × 100 cm)
- Advanced video features
- Hot shoe flash connector and PC flash sync
- Program, aperture priority, shutter priority, manual, custom modes
- Proprietary RAW file format
- Histogram technology with highlight and shadow clipping

The KODAK EASYSHARE P880 Zoom Digital Camera is part of the KODAK EASYSHARE System, so sharing starts right on the back of your camera.
Exclusive Share button lets you tag favorite pictures to print or e-mail later
Favorites feature lets you share your on-camera collection at a moment’s notice
KODAK EASYSHARE Software (included)
Works seamlessly with KODAK EASYSHARE Cameras and Docks to enable one-button transferring and sharing
The simple way to view, edit, organize, print, or view a slide show from your computer
Exclusive One Touch to Better Pictures feature automatically adjusts the settings on your inkjet printer to give you traditional-quality photos when printing on KODAK Inkjet Photo Papers

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:54 PM

Dell Axim X50v

Today, PDAs are no longer one-trick ponies. They can organize data, connect to the Web, play music and videos, and more. And now, Dell has unleashed its newest talent: the Axim X50v. Like HP's iPaq rx3715 Mobile Media Companion, the X50v aims to blend digital entertainment with productivity for a PDA that does it all. This star's massive features list includes a VGA screen, a dedicated graphics engine, wireless connectivity, and Windows Media Player 10.0 Mobile. And similar to the Palm-OS based gaming handheld, the Tapwave Zodiac2, the X50v comes with a games bundle to satisfy the player in you. As the flagship model of the X50 series, the X50v costs $499, but if you don't need all the bells and whistles, check out the midlevel model or the entry-level X50.

A check under the Dell Axim X50v's hood shows a well-equipped and powerful handheld. There's an Intel 624MHz XScale PXA270 processor that, like any chip in this family, features SpeedStep and Wireless MMX technology to optimize battery life. However, the X50v doesn't stop there. Complementing the handheld's VGA screen is a dedicated Intel 2700G graphics engine with 16MB of video memory for better video playback and an improved gaming experience (see Performance). Road warriors can take advantage of the graphics processor to give presentations on the go with Dell's Presentation Kit, which includes a VGA cable to hook to the projector and Westtek's ClearVue Suite for $79. Memory is ample, with 128MB of flash ROM and 64MB of SDRAM (139MB of which are user accessible). If that's not enough, the dual CompactFlash and SD expansion slots should do the trick.
The expansion options are particularly attractive since the X50 is the first Pocket PC to offer Windows Media Player 10.0 Mobile. What does this mean for you? In short, it's a better multimedia experience. Aside from being able to carry your favorite WMA, MP3, and WMV music files on your handheld, you can now view album art as songs are playing. Also, Windows Media Digital Rights Management 10.0 gives you access to audio and video content from subscription services, such as Musicmatch and CinemaNow. Do you like to show off photos and videos? You can do that too with WMP 10.0. But wait, there's more--to really drive home the fact that this is a multimedia device, the X50v ships with a games bundle that includes Stuntcar Extreme and 3D puzzles such as Enigmo.
Wireless connection comes in the form of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, which can be used simultaneously. The X50v ships with a WLAN utility that shows signal strength, encryption options, certificate enrollment for advanced Wi-Fi authentication, and more. Bluetooth opens the doors to communication with other devices, allowing users to do even more with the X50. For instance, paired with Dell's GPS receiver ($249) the X50v can be used as a navigation device, or you can connect to a Bluetooth keyboard, such as the Think Outside Stowaway, for more productivity.
Like the latest crop of PDAs, the X50v comes loaded with Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition, which supports Landscape mode--a boon if you're keen on flashing photos, surfing the Web, or working on spreadsheets. As you would expect, Pocket Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer are present, while other applications and utilities include MSN Messenger, a VPN client, a clock, a calculator, File Store, and Backup. There's also a companion CD with demo versions of programs such as Cash Organizer 2003, Full Hand Casino, and McAfee VirusScan PDA.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:40 PM

iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 Battery Exchange Program

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and other international safety authorities, Apple is voluntarily recalling certain lithium ion rechargeable batteries that were sold worldwide from October 2004 through May 2005 for use with the following notebook computers: 12-inch iBook G4, 12-inch PowerBook G4 and 15-inch PowerBook G4. These batteries were manufactured by LG Chem, Ltd. of South Korea.
The affected batteries could overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Apple has received six consumer reports of these batteries overheating. If you have a recalled battery, please stop using it and order a replacement battery immediately. Once you have removed the battery, plug in the AC adapter to power the computer. If you must temporarily use your computer with the battery, do not leave it unattended and check for signs of overheating.
Apple has initiated a worldwide exchange program and will provide eligible customers with a new replacement battery, free of charge.

Identifying your battery

The recalled batteries include those with model numbers A1061, A1078, and A1079 and serial numbers that begin with HQ441 through HQ507 and 3X446 through 3X510. To view the model and serial numbers labeled on the bottom of the battery, you must remove the battery from the computer. The battery serial number is printed in black or dark grey lettering beneath a barcode. See photos below. Please use the chart below to identify the battery model and serial numbers that apply to your iBook or PowerBook.

Computer Battery Battery serial
model model number number range
12-inch iBook G4 A1061 HQ441 – HQ507
12-inch PowerBook G4 A1079 3X446 – 3X510
15-inch PowerBook G4 A1078 3X446 – 3X509

Note: If your battery serial number does not match the requirements listed above, you do not have to exchange your battery.
National and regional resellers, catalogers, and Apple's on-line and retail stores sold the computers with the batteries from October 2004 through May 2005 for between US$900 and US$2300. These batteries were also sold separately for about US$130.
The Exchange Process
To begin the battery exchange process, you will be asked for the serial number of your iBook G4 or PowerBook G4, the serial number of your battery and a ship to address.
After serial number verification, a new battery will be shipped to you, free of charge. When you receive the replacement battery, please use the same shipping packaging and included prepaid shipping label to return the recalled battery to Apple.
If you have recently purchased an extra or replacement battery for any of the computer models noted above or a 12-inch iBook G3, please check the battery's serial number to see if it needs to be exchanged.

Posted by gizmoFan at 3:28 PM

October 24, 2005

X UFO RC Flying Toy

The X UFO is the hottest and most unique flying object this year. The X UFO incorporates the latest miniature technology, which comes with a unique electronic control system. It utilizes powerful electric motors with two pairs of counter-rotating propellers and an innovative gyro for incredible stability. Made of ultra lightweight carbon fiber and EPP foam, it can fly up to 300 feet indoors or outside. One red and three blue flashing LED lights not only assist orientation and indicate when the gyro is up to speed, but also make it look like a real UFO, especially when flown in the dark! The X-UFO features a 4 channel proportional radio control, with individual trims to finely balance each function for optimum performance. With the Digital 4 CH Radio you can control all aspects of flight, throttle, pitch, roll, and yaw! Fantastic radio range of over 300 feet means you can fly outdoors on calm days up to the limits of visibility.

Features:
- 4 channel RC transmitter
- Range up to 300 feet
- Electronic gyroscope
- Charger-AC adaptor or automobile adaptor
- Unique electronic control system
- Quad motors! And all are independent.
- Tough durable, resilient EPP foam body
- All factory assembled. Easy and ready-to-fly
- Full three dimensional control: Take off, hover and descend, spin left & right, pitch forwards & backwards, left & right
- Attractive box with carry handle
- 4x 1.5V AA alkaline batteries for transmitter (not included)
- Diameter 22 in
- 350ft Range
- Can be Flown Indoors or Outside

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:41 PM

Shinco Portable Media Player

Wrapped in silver and with a sleek finish you may think that this gizmo is another laptop. But it’s not! The Shinco Portable Media Player has a flip-up cover and a stable hand rest with a control pad. It is as big as a notebook and thicker than a yearly planner.
By the way, the inside of the player is lilac with touches of silver. With a 7-inch wide screen, it’s like having your own little theater while sitting in the passenger seat of your car. All you have to do is place it on top of your lap, lift the cover and you are ready to go.
While traveling or just staying outside your house, you’ll experience the convenience of a desktop computer while browsing through your Shinco Portable Media Player. According to this gizmo, it can play an amazing variety of media file formats such as ASF and AVI, DivX, MPEG 1/2/4, JPEG, MP3 and WMA.

You can install movies, music or images in your Shinco Portable Media Player via different ways. You can use a USB 2.0 cable, which comes with the package, to connect your PC and your Shinco Portable Media Player. This is very easy, you just need to copy and paste files from the PC folders straight into the Shinco Portable Media Player folder. Or you can use a Memory Stick, a Multimedia Card or a Compact Flash card in order to view your files.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:29 PM

Nokia N70

One of the three newborns in the Nokia family of N series phones has the tag line Slide, Shoot and Share photos. As phenomenal as a tropical storm, the Nokia N70 never fails to release a strong surge of digital adrenaline to any one who lays hands on it.
The Nokia N70’s strength lies in the mobile phone’s ability to shoot oh-so-clear pictures. You can get 176 x 208-sized pictures, with 262,144 colors, and the N70 camera is a 2 mega pixel unit.

You can also synchronize data in your Nokia N70 while using your PC. It’s easy and there’s no need to be intimidated. You can also share pictures using the Lifeblog feature of the Nokia N70; but I guess this feature will have to wait until our mobile phone service providers offer it. And it is real easy to print pictures stored in the N70. This can be done by just connecting your phone to a compatible printer.
The Nokia N70 can keep you company with music. You can have the FM radio while doing your job. It can play in loudspeaker mode but it needs an earphone attached to it. The N70’s audio quality is superb and listening to music stored in it was like listening to a high-end speaker. The phone, by the way, can play MP3 files without having to plug in an earphone.
It is easy to dismiss the N70 as just a high performance multi-media gizmo, but really it is more than that. Nokia took great pains to improve the communications quality of the N70 and the results are truly spectacular. Rather than overwhelm you with needless descriptions, it is sufficient to say that the N70 comes very close to being the ultimate, mobile communications device.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:15 PM

iPods Cases

In just a few years, Apple's iPod MP3 players have gone from geeky gadget to "gotta have it."
But having the pricey gizmo may no longer be enough. This fall, couture designers from Chanel to Marc Jacobs are offering cases in calfskin, signature canvas, you name it -- sometimes at more than $300 a pop.
"It used to be that protection for the iPod was the most important thing. ... Leather cases that provide padding and soft interior materials were what people craved," says Dean Constantine of XtremeMac, a third-party manufacturer of iPod accessories. "Now, people just want something stylish, and many own multiple cases for their iPods."
So designers are going after a different breed of shopper. "Their target market is a fashionista who owns an iPod," Constantine says. "I doubt that people who wouldn't normally buy Coach or Kate Spade items would shell out $100 to $300 for an iPod case made by them. On the other hand, the Coach addicts out there will absolutely shelve their existing $30 leather case and run out to buy the new Coach case."
Designer-case costs include $55 for a leather wristlet case from Kate Spade and $230 for the Black Tie iPod case by Christian Dior.
According to Newsweek, fashion powerhouse Karl Lagerfeld stores his music collection among 60 iPods, each laser coded to tell what tunes are inside. On a runway in Milan last year, he showed his affinity for the players by unveiling the $1,500 Fendi Juke Box, a bread-box-sized bag built to carry 12 iPods.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:10 PM

Girlies iPod

It’s official: the consumer market for the latest high-tech gizmos are no longer confined to the male population. Now online stores swear by their latest figures that females are almost equalling their male counterparts when it comes to snatching up must-haves like iPods and laptops.
The iPod mini seems to be on everyone’s wish list. Available in five funky colours — including pink, green and blue — you can match it to any outfit, depending on your mood.
The mini has up to eight hours of battery life so you can jam to it at work — and at gym afterwards. The 4GB model holds up to 1000 songs and is compatible with Mac and Windows. It’s also small enough to fit into the palm of your hand, which means that it shouldn’t take up valuable space in your handbag.

Posted by gizmoFan at 10:54 PM

October 23, 2005

iPod Shuffle

Time to mix things up. Meet iPod shuffle, the unpredictable new iPod. What will it play next? Can it read your mind? Can it read your moods? Load it up. Put it on. See where it takes you. Choose from pocket-size 512MB or 1G models starting at $99 and surprise yourself.
Welcome to a life less orderly. As official soundtrack to the random revolution, the iPod Shuffle Songs setting takes you on a unique journey through your music collection — you never know what’s around the next tune. Meet your new ride. More roadster than Rolls, iPod shuffle rejects routine by serving up your favorite songs in a different order every time. Just plug iPod shuffle into your computer’s USB port, let iTunes Autofill it with up to 240 songs and get a new experience with every connection. The trail you run every day looks different with an iPod shuffle. Daily gridlock feels less mundane when you don’t know what song will play next. iPod shuffle adds musical spontaneity to your life. Lose control. Love it.

iPod shuffle makes syncing a piece of cake. Cupcake, even. Use the optional Dock to connect to your computer or just plug iPod shuffle directly into a USB port on any computer. Then drag and drop individual songs or podcasts, Autofill your favorite playlists or Autofill your iPod shuffle with a random sampling from your music library. Since iPod shuffle automatically charges while syncing, it stays ready for your next adventure.

Posted by gizmoFan at 8:10 PM

Sandisk CompactFlash

CompactFlash is the world's most popular removable mass storage device. The CompactFlash card is about the size of a matchbook and only weighs half an ounce.
CompactFlash technology has resulted in the introduction of a new class of advanced, small, lightweight, low-power mobile products that significantly increases the productivity and enhances the lifestyle of millions of people. These products include digital cameras, digital music players, desktop computers, handheld PCs (HPCs), personal communicators, Palm PCs, Auto PCs, digital voice recorders and photo printers. SanDisk, the inventor of this product, has led the market for CompactFlash since its inception.

Advanced Features:
• Available in 7 capacities: 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB and 4GB
• High transfer rate for fast copy/download
• High storage capacity
• Non-volatile solid-state; no moving parts maximizes battery power. Data is not lost when power is turned off
• Operating shock rating of 2,000Gs, equivalent to a 10-foot drop to the floor
• Compatible with all digital cameras, handheld PCs, digital audio players, and other devices that feature a CompactFlash slot including:
Canon
LG
Philips
Casio
Minolta
Polaroid
Epson
NEC
Psion
Hewlett-Packard
Nikon
ARCA
Kodak
Panasonic

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:59 AM

Sandisk Photo Album

Now viewing and sharing digital photos is as simple as watching TV. SanDisk, the world leader in flash data storage, introduces SanDisk Photo Album-- the easy and affordable way to view, share, and store your digital photos on your TV. Just insert your memory card or USB flash drive and you can show larger-than-life images and video clips, and can play MP3 music files on your home audio system. All in the comfort of your living room, family room, den, or any other place you like to watch TV.

Compact - about the size of a VHS tape, (187 x 66 x 20 mm) and lightweight (take it anywhere)
• Convenient - the best way to show digital photos in the home
• Compatible - supports all popular digital camera media formats, including CompactFlash® Type I and II, Memory Stick™, Memory Stick PRO™, SmartMedia, xD, xD Type M, SD™ and MultiMediaCard
• Supports JPEG files - the most common form of file format used by digital still cameras at resolutions up to 16 megapixels, as well as Motion JPEG, MPEG-1 (QVGA resolution/up to 8 frames per second) and MP3 (up to 32 Kbps)
• Instantly create albums with music on your TV
• Also functions as a reader when plugged into your computer.
• Storage option to store about 2000 photos on 128 MB CF card or USB Flash Drive inserted in the back (128 MB capacity is an example card/UFD not included).
• Remote Control
• Backed by SanDisk’s industry-leading two-year warranty.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:51 AM

Sandisk Digital Audio Player

This new gizmo is a small, portable player that uses embedded flash memory instead of a rotating hard drive and plays for up to 15 continuous hours on a single AAA battery. The new Digital Audio Players combine crystal-clear sound with a sleek design and sport a three-button/one-joystick design and easy-to-navigate user interface. They feature MP3, Windows Media® file and Windows Media-based DRM file playback, FM radio and voice recording and can double as a USB data storage device.
They come in three colors (depending memory): Red 256 MB (for approx. 60 MP3´s) $49.99, Blue 512 MB (approx. 120 MP3´s) $79.99 and Silver 1 BG (approx. 240 MP3´s) 119.99. If you use WMA you can double the songs.

Posted by gizmoFan at 11:38 AM