Scientists from the Fraunhofer Institute are testing a carbon coating that would harden modern plowshares. Seems trivial, but with world food supplies just a few years away from crisis and arable land becoming scarce, such small innovations are necessary. The carbon coating that's supposed to … [Read more...] about Farm Tech: German Made Super Hard Plowshares To Revolutionize Agriculture
Sony Launches New S-Frame Digital Video Photo Frames
Sony has today released information on three new S-Frame digital video photo frames it has just added to its range. The DPF-HD1000 and DPF-HD800 frames support HD video playback with videos including MPEG4, MPEG1, and Motion JPEG videos captured on digital cameras. Both frames have an internal 2GB … [Read more...] about Sony Launches New S-Frame Digital Video Photo Frames
Google Shopper iPhone App Updated With Nearby Deals Finder
If you enjoy bagging a bargain, you will be pleased to know that Google has rolled out a new update to its Google Shopper application for iPhone today. The new update now makes it even easier to find businesses near your location that are currently running promotions. In the new version 1.5 of … [Read more...] about Google Shopper iPhone App Updated With Nearby Deals Finder
Leica MP & M7 Lens Holder M And Stability Enhancer
If you are lucky enough to own a Leica MP or M7 camera and have extra lenses to carry, this innovative Leica lens holder and stability enhancer fitting can help you leave your bulky camera bag at home. The Leica Lens Holder M holder is screwed into the camera's tripod bushing, and then a second … [Read more...] about Leica MP & M7 Lens Holder M And Stability Enhancer
Electric Propeller Makes Your Paper Airplane Go Further
The latest accessory that you don't really need, but certainly would be a lot of fun, is an electric propeller for paper airplanes. This innovative gadget comes in the form of a kit that can be attached to any paper airplane, transforming a simple piece of folded paper into a powered flying … [Read more...] about Electric Propeller Makes Your Paper Airplane Go Further
Motorola Xoom 4G LTE Upgrade Coming In September
It looks like Motorola has finally announced when their Xoom tablet will get the 4G LTE upgrade, as they have started sending out emails to customers confirming that the upgrade will be available in September. Motorola has been saying that the upgrade would be coming for the last few months, and … [Read more...] about Motorola Xoom 4G LTE Upgrade Coming In September
Drift HD Extreme 1080P Camcorder With 170 Degree Field Of View (video)
Drift has this week unveiled their next generation extreme sports camcorder the Drift HD which is now 25 percent smaller than their previous sports camcorder the HD170. The new Drift HD is a point of view camera and can be attached to your helmet or vehicle whether it be a bike, jet-ski or snowboard … [Read more...] about Drift HD Extreme 1080P Camcorder With 170 Degree Field Of View (video)
iOS5 To Include Face Detection Software With API Support
Apple is expected to include sophisticated face detection software with its new iOS 5, due to roll out later this year. Additionally, Apple will be providing developers with a facial recognition API for iOS 5 applications, enabling an easy way for developers to integrate the new face detection … [Read more...] about iOS5 To Include Face Detection Software With API Support
iPod Touch 3G Leaked On Apple Website
We have been hearing rumors that Apple would launch an iPod Touch with a 3G data connection over the last couple of weeks. Some evidence was recently found in the latest version of Apple's iOS 5, and now it would appear that Apple may have outed it on their website. As you can see on the photo … [Read more...] about iPod Touch 3G Leaked On Apple Website
Google Android Market Updated To Version 3.0.27
Google has quietly started rolling out a new update 3.0.27 for its Android Market to Android devices, reports the Android Community website. The new update brings with it some new layouts within the design of the market, together with new features that provide you with the ability to purchase … [Read more...] about Google Android Market Updated To Version 3.0.27
Microsoft Launches Avatar Kinect On Xbox Live With Facial Recognition (video)
Microsoft has now rolled out their new Avatar Kinect feature on to its Xbox Live service. The new feature uses the Kinect motion controller to enable Avatar Kinect to track the movements of a person's head, their mouth, and their eyebrows. These movements are then used to create a digital version of … [Read more...] about Microsoft Launches Avatar Kinect On Xbox Live With Facial Recognition (video)
Elecom Introduces New Line Of Pocket Sized Folding Bluetooth Keyboards For iOS & Android (video)
Following on from the launch of their new mouse inspired by origami earlier this week, Elecom has now introduced a new line of pocket-sized folding Bluetooth keyboards designed to be used with either iOS or Android devices. Two different keyboards have been designed for both iOS and Android in the … [Read more...] about Elecom Introduces New Line Of Pocket Sized Folding Bluetooth Keyboards For iOS & Android (video)
