Tired of lugging that amp? German audio equipment manufacturer Palmer is proud to unveil its Pocket Amp that you can plug into almost anything (music-related) for instant rawk gratification. Though ideally suited to a guitar and a trusty pair of headphones, the Pocket Amp works sweet on either a … [Read more...] about Palmer Pocket Amp Lets You Rock Six Different Ways
Panasonic Unveils 2 Upcoming Toughbook Models
Panasonic was proud to announce two new additions to the Toughbook family this week. These are the CF31 and the CF19 that each have an impressive list of specs to their credit. Introducing the CF31 Let’s start with the CF31. It boasts a 10.1 inch movable touch screen, which is perfect for users … [Read more...] about Panasonic Unveils 2 Upcoming Toughbook Models
MIT Currently Testing Self-Assembling Solar Cells For (Possible) Future Use
Taking their cue from your average plant/tree leaf, scientists at MIT have successfully created a synthetic chloroplast that may one day be used on solar cells. While it won’t revolutionize green energy at the moment, the breakthrough showed enough promise to merit further testing that will … [Read more...] about MIT Currently Testing Self-Assembling Solar Cells For (Possible) Future Use
SageTV’s HD Theater 300 Has Just Hit Stores For $149.95
The battle for TV media streaming is officially heating up with the release of the HD Theater 300. If you simply don’t have the patience to wait for Boxee Box or are put off by the Apple TV, then take the middle road and settle on SageTV’s latest. A quick glance reveals what it lacks in the looks … [Read more...] about SageTV’s HD Theater 300 Has Just Hit Stores For $149.95
Samsung’s New QX410 Series Enjoys Excessive Hype
Officially dubbed a “masterpiece” of the Korean giant’s computer business, the new series of 14″, 15″ and 16″ laptops from Samsung eschews the usual drabness afflicting laptop exteriors today for a silvery aluminum casing that just screams high-end snobbery. Despite the flash of its exterior, the … [Read more...] about Samsung’s New QX410 Series Enjoys Excessive Hype
Toshiba Blu-Ray Players BDX3100 and BDX1100 Due October In UK
Before we embark on the usual litany of all-important specs, take note that the BDX3100 is for Blu-Ray 3D while the BDX1100 is plain Blu-Ray. That said, let’s go over the details. Introducing the BDX3100KB: Toshiba's 3D Blu-Ray Player Officially dubbed the BDX3100KB, this Blu-Ray player is … [Read more...] about Toshiba Blu-Ray Players BDX3100 and BDX1100 Due October In UK
Energizer’s Upcoming Qi Charger Brings Us Closer To A Wireless Future
The people who brought us the bunny who keeps going are going right ahead with the new Qi standard for inductive chargers. In case you’ve fallen behind news of this minor revolution in battery charging, inductive technology spares your smartphone intrusive cables and wires by juicing it up using a … [Read more...] about Energizer’s Upcoming Qi Charger Brings Us Closer To A Wireless Future
NASA Reveals Next Generation Of Electric Spacecraft
Since we’re still a century or two away from building awesome star-trekking vehicles like the Enterprise, a cash-strapped NASA has gone the sustainable route and opted for electric and cryogenic propellants for its future vehicles. Slated for rigorous field-testing come 2014 is a Solar Electric … [Read more...] about NASA Reveals Next Generation Of Electric Spacecraft
Automated Nerf Machinegun Wins Inventor Cash And Acclaim
Rick Prescott must be feeling like a million bucks right now, even if the official cash prize for topping the MAKE/Design News Gadget Freak Design Contest is only $1,000. The reason is pretty clear cut given the success of his diabolical creation. While Mr. Prescott is far from Thomas Edison … [Read more...] about Automated Nerf Machinegun Wins Inventor Cash And Acclaim
Altoids Container Reincarnated As Miniscule DIY Barbeque Grill
Why, color us impressed. Isn’t this cute? In case you’re scratching your head, scratch no more. What you see is an Altoids tin turned grill thanks to some clever workmanship. Though a grill this size really begs the question: What can it grill? Peas? The guy who made it suggests small hotdogs and … [Read more...] about Altoids Container Reincarnated As Miniscule DIY Barbeque Grill
PocketCPR Lets You Be A Hero
See that hot chick drowning in the pool? Be her hero and subsequent loverboy by not just carrying her to safety, but performing CPR as well. That is, if she’s unconscious. What if you don’t know proper CPR? Better plop down some of the green notes ($149 to be exact) just in case. Lest you’re … [Read more...] about PocketCPR Lets You Be A Hero
Today’s Cars Are Vulnerable To Getting Hacked
Unless you’re in law enforcement or keep abreast on tech, you might have missed the odd news items about car hacks that occasionally crop up. Researchers from UC San Diego and University of Washington have noticed this trend and take the threat seriously. So seriously, they demoed several car hack … [Read more...] about Today’s Cars Are Vulnerable To Getting Hacked
