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ebay Christmas Boutique: Trading bar codes for QR codes
Since it was founded in 1995, Ebay quickly became one of the most outstanding success stories of the dot-com revolution. Unlike many entrepreneurial ventures that often demise as speedily as they rise, especially in the constantly evolving world of the internet, Ebay has maintained its spot as the number one internet consumer-to-consumer corporation. In fact so successful has the multi-billion dollar business become that, next month, it is opening its…
Pure Contour 100Di: Punching above its weight
Recently, radio maker Pure unleashed the Contour 100Di, an affordable, compact dock for iPod, iPhone and iPad with integrated digital radio, powerful and detailed audio, a charming revolving dock and a free companion internet radio and music streaming App (available now to iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad users). Sounds nice, huh? Heard it all before? Right. Let us assure you though, that the Contour 100Di is a nifty piece of…
Colourful, cute and classy – something for everyone’s Christmas list
It’s that time of year when we start thinking about what we might ask Santa for, and pretty high on my list is a new case for my MacBook Pro. Now I’m not normally one to get too excited about things like laptop bags, but I will make an exception for the Black Raspberry range from be.ez. A new addition to the Black Addict range, the Black Raspberry looks pretty…
ViewSonic’s ViewPad 10e: Value-conscious tablet computing
Recently announced by ViewSonic is a the ViewPad 10e. Powered by Android technology and boosting a range of advanced features to ensure you are at your most productive wherever you are, the tablet features a 9.7″ 4:3 ratio screen. Weighing a measly 620grams, and only 9.1mm thin, the tablet is light enough to carry around with you and ensures its portability. At the heart of the device is a Cortex…
Axis Arva: A beacon of hope for skiers
Snow safety specialist Arva has just launched its latest avalanche transceiver in time for the new ski season. Ski enthusiasts will be interested in the Axis, which Arva says is the most advanced avalanche transceiveron the market – and could be a life-saver for anyone who goes off piste. Experienced skiers will know that safety equipment is key when going off piste, and that’s where the Axis comes in. It…
myTwonky and Twonky Video for Android.
PacketVideo announced recently the release of myTwonky (beta) and Twonky Video for Android. These free products provide the user with easy access to an existing library of music, photos and videos, as well as new content from the Web, whenever and wherever on your Smartphone, PC or Mac. Aww, how thoughtful. Let’s deal with the video app at first then, eh? So this Twonky Video (bit of a weird name,…
Philip’s new range of pen-sized inspection lights
Now here’s one gadget Christmas gift range that couldn’t go ignored! Philips’ new range of handheld inspection lights. Hmmm, sounds like one of those presents that your Dad opens and the rest of the family breathe a sigh of relief that they didn’t receive such a ‘sensible’ gift. Mocking aside, Philips’ new range of inspection light pens could prove to be an ultra-useful gadget. Picture this, you have broken down…
My Keepon and Air Swimmers: New kids gadgets from Wow! Stuff!
If you’re looking to for a memorable toy to buy the kids this Christmas, then perhaps look no further than two new toys from the British-based toy manufacturer Wow! Stuff! – A limited edition interactive robot called My Keepon and remote controlled fish known as Air Swimmers. Going into partnership with the US-based robot designer Beatbots, the soon to be available my Keepon has apparently been tipped by retailers to…
When the going gets Toughpad
Those busy people at Panasonic Computer Products Europe recently unveiled the Toughpad FZ-A1, the first in its Toughpad family of professional-grade Android-powered tablets. The big deal here, is that this 10-inch uber-gadget is ideal for highly mobile outdoor workers (could that be you?) in challenging conditions like aviation, construction, field service and public safety. The range of Toughpads will be supported by an eco-system that includes a wide range of…
Bluetooth Robot Sound Box: This is the droid you are looking for
It’s a truth universally acknowledged by everyone who’s ever turned an amp all the way up to 11 – music sounds great loud. PMPs and smartphones of all shapes and sizes are pretty incredible music devices – they can store gigs of musical data and even better, can hook up to services like Spotify and tap into an infinite jukebox. But their built in speakers aren’t designed to blow you…
