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Best digital camera under the water: Liquid Image UDCM310

Usually, many people, who are passionate photography fans, buy gadgets that can be used under the water. Most of those gadgets are digital cameras because it is really awesome when you are able to take beautiful pictures of great vistas and animals under the water with a good quality. But the technology always is advancing and this field is not an exception. Recently, we have known of the existence of a diving mask with a built-in camera. We are sure this camera will attract a lot of comments around the world. This diving mask with camera is called “Liquid Image UDCM310″. It has a 5 megapixels sensor that is also able to record videos with a resolution of 720 x 480 pixels at 30 fps. No doubt, it is an interesting gadget. Besides, it has an internal memory of 16MB and some additional slots, so the memory can be extended by using microSD memory cards. Liquid Image official page

Best digital camera and phone for fashionistas: Sony Ericsson Jalou

Sony Ericcson has unveiled another gadget in the mobile industry. Its most recent product is called Jalou, which is a mobile phone designed by the Italian luxury fashion house “Dolce & Gabbana” as part of an exclusive agreement. The design of this phone is unconventional in a supreme manner. This gadget will be one of the most stylish items included in the Sony Ericsson catalog and, apparently, it is not intended to be just a simple phone: It looks like a fashion accessory. Main features of the Sony Ericsson Jalou (clamshell) include: * A built-in 3.2-megapixel camera * Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity * FM radio tuner * A multimedia player * 2-inch screen * Tri-band HSPA (High-Speed Packet Access) capability * Quad band GSM * Video recorder * And, believe it or not, a built-in mirror The earphones that comes with the Sony Ericsson Jalou have a beautiful design. They are a sample of the great style and good taste that Dolce & Gabbana owns. No doubt, this is a coo

Zune MP3 player : HD version

Today, after many rumors about the release date of Zune HD (some rumors claimed that it would be launched at the beginning of September), Microsoft stopped all these speculations. The Redmond company announced to the whole world the Zune HD would be available in United States on September 15, 2009. It is not a surprise because, anyway, September was always the expected month for this launch. More exited to see the history »

Harmony adapter for PlayStation 3 game

It has a compact and discreet design. The Harmony adapter can be perfectly integrated with your multimedia game console or, more exactly, with your PlayStation 3. This is a cool novelty because, until a few days ago, the Harmony remote control didn’t work for the Sony console since it was not able to “understand” the commands supported by the PlayStation 3 console. However, now it acknowledges the whole set of 51 PS3 commands. So, if you are one of the lucky gamers who are going to use this adapter, then you will be able to control DVD or Blu-Ray Disc movies, browse the XrossMediaBar (XMB) interface, and turn on / turn off the console without the need of using the switch included on it. Read the rest of this entry »

Sony innovative rechargeable batteries for longer operations

Sony has revealed an innovative kind of lithium ion rechargeable batteries. As a cathode these futuristic batteries use Olivine type Lithium Iron Phosphate that makes them capable to last longer while still demonstrating high power. These useful batteries are able to be charged faster so you might not be scared anymore that your trendy gadgets will rapidly go flat. These smart batteries feature power density of 1800 W / kg while their operation is enlarged and offer 80 percent capacity retention after 2000 work cycles. The operating time is enlarged for more than 4 times and you need not spend a lot of time charging them as 30 minutes is enough to fully charge them. These batteries offer powerful performance even on rugged temperature conditions. Sony’s innovative rechargeable batteries are expected to be available in July so be ready for easy charging of your portable devices. Energy density is 95 Wh / kg while a battery weight amounts to 40 g. The Sony’s new battery measures 65

Solar-powered Leaf phone to charge on the move

If you are a wearable cell phones aficionado, you will be charmed with this ecologically green phone. Named the Leaf Phone, this high tech gadget is designed to be worn as a wrist watch while harnessing the solar power. This ultra portable cell phone concept is constructed from special layers of material that is flexible enough to be turned into a glamorous bracelet. However, this fashionable cell phone does not include a lot of features boasting just regular calling and texting abilities. But would it be a trouble for a user taking into consideration its sustainable operation. Designed by Seungkyn and Junyi Heo, the Leaf Phone comes equipped with solar cells on the frontal panel of the phone for capturing solar energy. Wearing this cell phone allows the user to charge it on the move. In addition to it, you will be able to charge it through its dock that you can connect to start recharging meaning you will not be limited by the sun capacity keeping your battery operating all the

Camera and new Cocktail UI for next gen iPod Touch

As we were thinking, Zune HD is not going to get way that easily with stealing iPod Touch's sales. Here is the most important news at the moment: first, next gen iPod Touch is going to have a camera. Second, guys from Apple are working on a replacement for Cover Flow. The new user interface will be called "Cocktail". Apple was always capable of introducing new and exiting features to its products is a well-known fact. However, Cocktail UI and camera is not enough to rise above Zune HD as many people on Web conclude. Even Apple fanboys admit that a camera on a PMP , even a top range one, is a bit odd. As for me, it looks like they were desperate to think of something else, if Touch needs something else at all. Anyway, more on that from officials is expected next month. Search for the Gadget You Need in the Store

iHome iP88G Dual Dock unleashed

With several multi-tasking devices, here’s yet another dual purpose device. The latest dock from iHome is capable of charging both the iPhone and the iPod, simultaneously. The iHome dock also known as the iP88G dual dock features a clock radio for iPhone & iPod. The dock packages some of the unique features like a full function remote control with menu navigation, eight digital AM/FM presets, EQ controls, and even 3D sound for an enhanced audio experience. The iP88G comes with a Sync button that facilitates users to sync the unit with the iPhone’s time. The dock is equipped with hi-fi stereo drivers in specially designed Reson8 speaker chambers that bring amazing clarity, depth, and power. The iHome device measures 9.05″ x 4.25″ x 3.54″ Read the rest of this story >>