Tech N Gadgets

Diamond Studded USB and Digicam

Sometimes we see gadgets as just plain and simple materials that serve a specific function. As such they can be boring after some time. Good thing Dalumi Group paves the way of making some of these gadgets that we use more interesting. Well, interesting and more expensive. Dalumi partners with LG Electronics and Ricoh for super-enhanced gadgets. With LG, Dalumi made a diamond studded flash drive! See it�s a cute-looking gadget with the diamonds mounted on white gold! Just imagine if you have one, you can already wear it like an accessory around your neck. Just make sure no one snatches it from you, coz that would be a shame. It�ll be like flushing away $10,000 down the drain since that�s how much it costs.

]]> Now with Ricoh, Dalumi also mounted diamonds all over the Ricoh Capilo R5 digital camera. Same with the LG USB, the diamonds are also placed over white gold. But more diamonds are used on the camera. Over 200 diamonds studs are applied over it. So, don�t be surprised if this Ricoh Capilo R5 digital camera costs $25,000.

These two creations will be auctioned at the end the year and proceeds will go to SOS Children�s Village in Botswana.

OpenMoko Neo FreeRunner on the Loose!

A new smartphone hit the market yesterday, July 4. Yup, Taiwanese gadget developer, OpenMoko, celebrates U.S. Independence Day by unleashing the Neo FreeRunner handset. You can get the impression that it is a unique device simply by its name. This new handset is really unlike any phone in the market today. Highlighting the difference is the fact that it makes use of GNU/Linux. Operating the device seems not difficult at all because it has built-in core software that�s meant for recording contacts, dialing, and SMS. Neo FreeRunner is going to be available in two versions � 900MHz and 850 MHz models.

]]> Aside from that, it has 128MB WSDRAM and 256MB NAND flash memory. Making it more competitive is the 2.8-inch VGA touch screen having 480 x 640 resolution. Yes, anything you want done can be achieved with a touch of finger. Connectivity available is 802.11 b/g, AGPS, and GPRS 2.5G. Bluetooth is also provided.

OpenMoko hopes that by using open source software other developers can also make something unique out of the FreeRunner handset.

OpenMoko�s Neo FreeRunner phone can be availed at a retail price of $399.

HP Introduces Compaq 6735 and6535 Business Laptops

Two new laptops have been unveiled by Hewlett-Packard. The HP Compaq 6735b and 6535b are the two latest models to be installed with the new AMD Puma platform. These two new laptop models are meant for business purposes thus are built to fit the function. The HP Compaq 6735b is a 15.4-inch laptop much bigger than the 14.1-inch 6536b. Both these laptops have almost similar configurations. In terms of processor, you have a choice whether you�ll go for AMD Turion X2, Athlon X2, or X2 Ultra. And what�s built-in include the ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphic card and an amazing 8GB RAM.

Hard drive storage is already ample I think. 160GB is more than enough for storing important files. Aside from that, it comes with a DVD burner or an optional HDD. The ample screens provide a WXGA resolution that comes with BrightView and anti-glare options.

]]> These HP Compaq 6735b and 6535b are already out in the market if you want to avail. You have to shell out $779 for this basic in its basic configuration.

Newly Launched Nikon FX-Format D700 DSLR

Nikon recently launched a new digital camera for anyone requiring high-end camera function. The Nikon FX format D700 DSLR is the camera that will definitely fit your needs. So, what's in this new digital camera? Nikon equipped it with a 12.1 megapixel FX-format sensor that can work with an area of up to 36.0 x 23.9 mm. It has an upgraded ISO of 200 to 6400 for much improved picture taking no matter what the lighting condition. Capable of taking 5 frames per second gives you the option of shooting anything successively.

]]> Other features that will make its usage enjoyable are the EXPEED image processing system, Nikon�s 51-point auto focus system with 3D Focus Tracking and two Live View shooting modes. Nikon also made sure to include Scene Recognition System and new active reduction system for enhanced functionality.

On the outside this Nikon FX format D700 DSLR looks much like the ones that came before it. The body and mirror box is made primarily of high-strength magnesium alloy for it to endure heavy use and all kinds of weather. The shutter is made of composite carbon and fiber as well as Kevlar hybrid material. This newly launched DSLR is somewhat pricey with an estimated starting price of $3000.

By Raissa

Mozilla Firefox 3 Sets a Guinness World Record

Mozilla aimed for a world record when the company released the Firefox 3.
Their clients around the world certainly did not disappoint them.
Guinness finally confirmed that Firefox 3 has officially set a new world record as having the most software downloads within 24 hours. On the whole, 8,002,530 people downloaded the Firefox 3 from 18:16 UTC June 17, 2008 to 18:16 UTC June 18, 2008.
You can't deny that the cited figure is really a staggering number!

On the official Mozilla blog, the company thanks everyone who participated and supported the widespread marketing campaign for the Firefox 3. You�ll remember that they even made SpreadFirefox.com where users can pledge their support for the launch.

]]> Things were not as trouble-free as they may seem during the download day. Due to the high demand for the software�s downloads, some of Mozilla�s servers went down! Good thing all the company�s personnel are on the look out so the problem was fixed immediately. In just two hours the servers were up and running again to fulfill the high download demand. And as I said, it all paid off because Mozilla�s Firefox 3 is now a Guinness World Record holder.

Mozilla also recognizes your part in making it all come true that is why a customizable certificate of participation can be downloaded from SpreadFirefox.com.

Congratulations to Mozilla!

By Raissa

Nokia Launches Supernova Handsets

Who wouldn�t be impressed with a cell phone named Supernova? The world�s number one handset maker, Nokia, launched four new units under the series name Supernova.
The new models belonging to this line are 7210, 7310, 7510, and 7610. These phones are targeted for fashion conscious individuals who want the best multimedia experience on the go. But each of these phones has unique characteristics that make them stand out from the rest. Check them out after the jump ...

]]> - The Supernova 7210 features a 2-megapixel camera, tri-band GSM/EDGE. Available in pink and blue color gives you a colorful selection.
- The 7310 also has a 2-megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom as well as TV out. FM RDS, 2-inch QVGA display, and enhanced mp3 player.
- The 7510 is of clamshell design with push-to-open side key. It has 2.2-inch QVGA display, 2-megapixel camera with LED flash, FM radio, mp3 player. It has new Nokia web browser and Nokia Maps.
- Now the Supernova 7610 is the most advanced of them all. It features a 3.2-megapixel camera with dual LED flash, IM, and TV-out feature. It has dedicated music keys, FM radio, and mp3 player. It also has a Theme Colorizer that allows users to capture colors.

You can check out these new Nokia Supernova models if you�re planning on upgrading your cell phone any time soon. They're super cool fashionista phones!

By Raissa

Lenovo Conquers US with IdeaCentre K210

Lenovo expands is field of interest by releasing its very first consumer oriented desktop computers in the US. The IdeaCentre K210 is the very first unit to be marketed outside China. Lenovo made the launch on June 30. Lenovo hopes to capture more consumer share in the U.S. with this newly-launched desktop PC. Some of the integrated features of the PC make the IdeaCentre K210 a unique PC. Some of its unique features are the Facial-recognition technology and anti-microbial keyboard. Through the facial-recognition technology, users can log on by letting the camera identify their faces. Lenovo ensures that no bacteria will grow on your keyboard even if several persons use it.

]]> You don�t need to worry if the computer crashes because Lenovo made it with the Vantage Technology for backup and recovery. It is able to provide all its capabilities through the IntelCore 2 quad-core processor as well as GMA 3100 integrated graphics. Users are also given the option to upgrade it to an ATI Radeon 2600 XT graphics card that�s ideal for gaming. Optional DVD Blu-ray is also available.

The IdeaCentre K210 is now available for $379 after mail-in rebate.
For $229 you can have the 19-inch monitor and a 22-inch screen for $299. Not bad at all!

By Raissa

Cizmo CX1730M High-Powered Gaming Laptop

Here�s another high-powered gaming laptop for you if you want it. The Cizmo CX1730M is the latest offering of Germany-based Company Cizmo. I say it is high-powered because it comes equipped with an Intel Centrino2 processor. This new laptop features a 17-inch screen that will serve well for any task that you need to do there. One of its specifications is the Intel X9100 Extreme processor running at 3.06 GHz and a DDR3 standard memory. Another is the PM45 chipset.

]]> It features a 2-megapixel webcam for video conference, a dual-layer DVD burner and several ports for attaching other devices. Likewise it carries NVIDIA 512MB GeForce 8800M GTX which I think would be great since it is designed as a gaming laptop.

The fact that you can get the Cizmo CX1730M in a variety of colors is already a big plus. But it�s somewhat on the expensive side - $2,249 is the starting price!

By Raissa

Motorola Rokr E8 Gets Launched on July 7

After the ZN5 Camera phone, Motorola is all set again to launch another handset.
On July 7th the new Motorola Rokr E8 will make its debut through T-Mobile. As such, you can only get it exclusively at T-Mobile for $199 and a two-year contract.
By all appearances, Roker E8 has resemblance to the other Motorola phones, I guess that can�t be helped. Using it will make you see the big difference though. Motorola Rokr E8 has ModeShift that transforms the phone to a music player. It makes use of Windows Media Player. You can immediately listen to it since it comes pre-loaded with music. But if you don�t want to listen to MP3s, there�s always the built-in FM tuner.

]]> It also has FastScroll, Crystal Talk and haptics technology.

Storage in the phone is not a problem since it has 2GB internal memory and a microSD card slot that can be expanded to 4GB or 8GB. Other features include 2-megapixel camera, 320 x 240 resolution screen, Web browser and Bluetooth.

The Motorola Rokr E8 is targeted as a music phone.
Its innovative design and superb features will make you its proud owner.

By Raissa

Sony Losses $3.3 Billion Over Console Production

Developing game consoles is a risky business. But it is a risk that Sony is willing to take when it came up with the PlayStation. If you think that Sony profits a lot from the PS3 it released for the market you are quite wrong. From the time the PS3 was released to the market, Sony has been experiencing losses. This year, the company�s total loss is already around $3.3 billion. In 2007 its loss amounts to $2.16 and for this year, the deficit is $1.16 billion. These continued losses are attributed to the fact that Sony maintains an expensive production, but sells consoles at much lowered price.

]]> You�ll remember that at the launch PS3 cost $599, but in the past months Sony made it much cheaper to attract more buyers. So, with this kind of strategy I think it�s going to be doubly hard for the company to recoup. Sony admitted as much, especially if the PS3 fails to attract more buyers.

But Sony is not alone in this matter. Microsoft also suffered losses when it released the first edition of the Xbox. Xbox fans, don�t go booing Sony!

Sony Ericsson C905 Cyber-shot: Your Choice of a Camera Phone

Camera phones seem to be taking center stage nowadays. You have to pave the way for the new camera phone from Sony Ericsson. The new Sony Ericsson C905 Cyber-shot carries an 8-megapixel camera with flash. Impressive! With this feature taking pictures via handset will never be the same again. Be ready for more crisp, vibrant, and life-like images. So far, this is the first among Sony Ericsson�s camera phones to have this advanced 8-megapixel lens. And on top of that, it is the first Cyber-shot to have the slider design. Other features include, face detection, smart contrast, Xenon, full screen rotation, GSP, and Wi-Fi.

]]> The 2.4-inch QVGA TFT display is excellent for viewing photos taken as well as for viewing messages. And as a communication device, the Sony Ericsson C905 Cyber-shot phone will not fail you in any way because it has quad-band GSM/EDGE connectivity with HSDPA support. You can also listen to music since it has FM radio and stereo Bluetooth A2DP.

What�s neat about this handset is that you can choose from colors Ice Silver, Copper Gold, and Night Black. We have to watch out for this at the end of this year.

Samsung Unveils New Olympic Phone

Samsung is not yet content with the P318+ phone that it has produced for this year�s Olympics. The company once again unveils a new Olympic phone � the SGH-D780 DuoS. It�s going to be more gold for this year�s Olympics since this latest phone is gold-plated again. To be functional, this phone is built with a 2.1-inch QVGA screen for viewing messages and for browsing the internet. This phone has a 2-megapixel camera for taking impromptu pictures. FM radio is also included to keep you entertained while on the go. Bluetooth, USB 2.0, and microSD card slot are also provided.

]]> As a triband phone, the SGH-D780 DuoS has GSM 900/1800/1900 GPRS/EDGE connectivity. At first glance you won�t know that it�s an Olympic phone unless you look at the back because that is where the Olympic logo is placed. They should have made the logo bigger because it�s barely noticeable.

Anyway, the Russian Team has already chosen the SGH-D780 DuoS to be its official phone for the event.

Super Expensive Dior iPhone Holder

Do you own an iPhone? If you do, I�m sure you want to have the accessories that will ensure its safety and good condition at all times. But are you willing to spend above your budget for a designer accessory to your iPhone? Like this Dior Homme iPhone Holder. Believe it or not, this phone holder costs $450 each! Wow! With that amount you can already buy another phone. Only those with lots of cash to spare will get to buy this iPhone accessory. I sure won�t set my eyes on it.

Let�s take a look at the materials used for it, and see if the price is justifiable. The pure black color of the Holder gives it a neat and stylish look. The excellent-quality calf leather material used is durable enough to protect your iPhone.

]]> So, with these facts aid before you now, would you buy a Dior Homme iPhone Holder for your precious gadget?

Gphone Won�t Be Out Til End of 2008

Here�s bad news for those of you who are already waiting with baited for the reported Gphone that was said to come out mid 2008. There has been a delay according to Google. So, it will not be out until the end of this year. There has been a bit of a hitch in the Gphone�s development. This awaited handset is not solely an effort of Google. Google is directly involved in designing the operating system; however, thirty other partners are also involved in the project in order for the handset to be more of what people need.

]]> The operating system that Google designed is called Android. This OS is said to be more advanced to help boost the company�s revenues through internet advertising since a lot of people nowadays access the web through their handset. Some of the Google�s partners in the device are T-Mobile USA, Sprint Nextel, China Mobile, HTC and France-Telecom. Because the Android is taking its time, they have to change the date for which they get to release handset having it as the platform.

Cute Hello Kitty TV!

Are you Hello Kitty fan? Maybe you even have a collection of this at home. If you do, you can some more to it. The Japanese company Uniden revealed that it will dispatch a television bearing the popular Sanrio character Hello Kitty! The TV has 19-inches LCD that would be great for watching any TV whether in the living room or in the privacy of your room. You don�t even have to worry about consuming too much electricity because it�s inherently built for extra-low electricity use.

Aside from that, this Hello Kitty TV is also built with a digital TV tuner, 2 speakers running on 3W each. It also has HDMI/component interface for best viewing.

]]> Personally, I find this TV super attractive. It bears the color I like a lot � a combination of white and PINK! The stand is pink and on the lower part of the monitor are several Hello Kitty figures. A TV is not complete without a remote control. The one that comes with it is colored pink on both ends, and it also bears the Hello Kitty figure. This Hello Kitty is great to have. It costs $650, but too bad for you because it is only available in Japan.