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street view | google street | view coverage | google maps | uk Google Street View Covers...
Technology Blog (UK), Hi-...

Initially, Google Street View was fairly controversial with many people complaining about invasion of privacy and such issues. However, those concerns have not stopped Google from expanding the service, because as of tomorrow (11th March 2010), you ...

playstation move | motion controller | controller sony | playstation eye | ipad Preview: HTC Desire. Does...
UK Gadget and Tech News, ...

Here at Gaj-IT, we often talk about phones living up to their names, and being called Desire gives HTC’s latest Android release a lot to live up to. So does this big brother of the Google Nexus One get us hot under the collar? Let’s find out. ̷...

world cup | david beckham | cup promo | league | watch potato Martin Tyler Interview: ...
EPL Talk

BSkyB’s Martin Tyler was voted Premier League Commentator of the Decade. This summer, he will be the lead commentator for ESPN’s coverage of the World Cup in the United States. On this edition of the EPL Talk podcast, the broadcasting...

ashok kumar | middlesbrough south | mp ashok | east cleveland | labour mp Labour MP Ashok Kumar Fou...
Rhod on Public Affairs

Police and doctors are investigating the death of a Labour MP whose body was found at his home today.Dr Ashok Kumar, 53, had been working as normal, with major commitments as parliamentary private secretary to Hilary Benn, the environment secretary....

israel | cardinal sean | joe biden | sean brady | peace Biden condemns Israel ove...
The Guardian World News

• 1,600 homes to be built in East Jerusalem settlement• Vice-president says the deal undermines trustJoe Biden, the US vice-president, condemned a plan by Israel to build 1,600 homes on occupied Palestinian land in an East Jerusalem settlement.The ...

expenses | david chaytor | jim devine | harry cohen | elliot morley Expense charge MPs: we sh...
The Guardian World News

David Chaytor, Jim Devine, Elliot Morley and Lord Hanningfield say the workings of parliament should be dealt with by parliamentThree Labour MPs and a Conservative peer facing charges over their expenses appeared in court today to argue that their c...

nick hogan | anna raccoon | old holborn | christopher gill | hogan freed Nick Hogan Released -Offi...
Libertarian Party UK

It took the blogosphere just four days to raisethe near £10 000 to secure the release of Nick Hogan, imprisoned forsix months for flouting the smoking ban in his own premises and failingto act as the States unofficial Policeman.It took a further fiv...

ed balls | balls mp | balls admitted | marginal norwich | screaming eagles It’s time for the Tories ...
Labour Matters » Labour P...

Ed Balls MP, Labour’s Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, is today urging people to take a long hard look at the Tories plans for schools. He is challenging the Tories to come clean on how they will pay for their two flagsh...

march 2010 | tv debates | clegg gear | places everyone | lg 24 Reminder Win an LG 24 Inc...
Geeky-Gadgets

Just a quick reminder to all our readers, there is still time to enter this weeks Geeky Gadgets giveaway. This weeks prize is a brand new 24 inch LG W2486L Gaming Monitor. The contest is free to enter, and open to Geeky Gadgets readers from anywhere...

indigenous british | racist | bnp rules | members | still discriminating BNP plans to vet would-be...
The Guardian World News

Party's revised constitution would require all applicants to submit to a two-hour home visit, court is toldThe British National party plans to send officials to vet all would-be members in their homes, a court heard today.A clause in the far right g...

afghanistan | wootton bassett | bikers | killed | tribute nearly Corporal Stephen Thompson...
Rogue Gunner

It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Corporal Stephen Thompson from 1st Battalion The Rifles (1 RIFLES), serving as part of the 3 RIFLES Battle Group, was killed in Afghanistan on Sunday 7 March 2010.Corporal Thompson di...

polar bears | bluefin tuna | tuna trade | atlantic bluefin | international trade US throws weight behind p...
The Guardian World News

Melting sea ice in the Arctic will kill thousands of bears in coming years, the US says, and continued commercial trade must not be allowed to make the situation worseIt is a familiar story in the climate change debate. The US government is at odds ...

ashleigh hall | facebook | social networking | peter chapman | dangers social Facebook threatens to sue...
The Guardian World News

Social networking site fears reputation permanently damaged by false claim that it let older men pressure teenage girls for sexFacebook has threatened to sue the Daily Mail for damages after the paper wrongly claimed in a piece published on Wednesda...

hadrian's wall | route hadrian's | volunteers holding | illuminate hadrian's | wall heritage People's army to light up...
The Guardian World News

Thousands using gas flares will illuminate the whole course of Britain's biggest historic monumentInteractive: Lighting up Hadrian's wallAn army that would have astonished the emperor Hadrian is set to take over his Roman wall tomorrow night, lighti...

dangerous dogs | responsible dog | dog owners | dog control | dog tax New Labour are barking up...
The Lone Voice

Alan Johnson and Hilary Benn have produced a report which proposes that all dogs in this country should be micro-chipped and that dog-owners should have compulsory third-party insurance. Story Dog owners face a new pet “tax” in a government in...

sex abuse | benedict xvi | pope benedict | liz cheney | christoph schönborn NOT WANTING TO SIT IN THE...
CALEDONIAN COMMENT

In the UK yesterday 3 New Labour MP’s and an opposition Conservative member of the House of Lords insisted that they should not be tried in the courts when they appeared before a judge on charges of expenses fraud. Elliot Morley, David Chayto...

afghan | afghanistan | political settlement | jirga | kabul Start Afghanistan peace t...
The Guardian World News

Foreign Office officials believe elements of Taliban ready to talk but fears grow of long Afghan conflict, and growing casualtiesBritain will today urge the Afghan government to put more effort into the pursuit of peace talks amid fears that the war...

strike | cabin crew | unite | striking union | brown’s spin Last-ditch offer as BA st...
The Guardian World News

• BA accepts partial repeal of staff cuts on flights• Union mulls counter-offer as 5pm deadline for talks loomsBritish Airways has tabled an 11th-hour counter-offer as peace talks over a looming cabin crew strike go to the wire.The airline has respo...

georgia | invaded | imedi tv | russian tanks | panic Panic in Georgia after in...
The Guardian World News

Imedi TV broadcaster provokes panic with report claiming Russian attack in progressSwitching on their TV sets at 8pm on Saturday, Georgians were greeted with incredible news – Russia had invaded. The pro-government Imedi TV station reported that Rus...

james bulger | jon venables | prison | bulger's mother | james bulger's Venables posed trivial ri...
The Guardian World News

Evaluation of Venables before his release in 2001 concluded the likelihood of the killer re-offending was minorA psychiatric evaluation of Jon Venables carried out before his release from prison concluded that he posed a "trivial" risk to the public...

christopher chope | three conservatives | debt | poorest countries | bill passing Fury as Tory sabotages po...
The Guardian World News

Campaigners demand David Cameron identifies member who killed bill protecting developing world from vulture fund bankersPressure is growing on David Cameron to identify the mystery Tory MP who deliberately scuppered a landmark anti-poverty bill that...

total politics | nick griffin | interview | boycotting total | bnp We’ll huff and we’ll puff...
Though Cowards Flinch

As huffing and puffing seems to be what lefties are best at, in the eyes of the Right-blogosphere at least, we at Though Cowards Flinch thought it might be fun to try some. It has come to our attention that the magazine ‘Total Politics’ ...

defence spending | cut defence | gordon brown | spending cathy | cuts took You can't buck the narrat...
EU Referendum

There are several things I try to do with this blog. In bringing you a diet of posts each day, one of my aims is to avoid being derivative. My preference is to bring genuine, new or little-known information to the table, or to add fresh thinking o...

phone 7 | windows phone | windows mobile | 7 handsets | reviewed google Windows Phone 7 Game Scre...
Geeky-Gadgets

Microsoft [MSFT] has shown the guys over at Engadget some screenshots of 3D games on the new Windows Phone 7 platform, and from the looks of the photos the games look pretty impressive. The new Windows Phone 7 handsets will feature NVIDIA’s Te...

old man | youths causing | man collapses | steel thistles | orchard keeper Old Men on Bikes
Cycling UK

I hope when I’m an old man, (in roughly 65 years or so….) I hope that I won’t be a grumpy old man I’ll still be riding my bike. I will still be racing a bike. Many people who do time trials are ‘Vets’ – p...

calcutta cup | six nations | murrayfield | saturday's calcutta | england Robinson banks on Scotlan...
The Guardian World News

• Scotland coach looks to Nick De Luca for midfield strength• Robinson not surprised at flak received by Johnson's EnglandAndy Robinson prepared for his first Calcutta Cup match as Scotland's head coach by talking up England ahead of Saturday's enco...

power2010 | power 2010 | against democracy” | transparent parliament | harrow east Tony McNulty his days are...
The Lone Voice

DEMOCRATIC reform lobbyists are trying to unseat a Harrow MP who they have labelled a benefits cheat. Power 2010 has been putting up posters across the borough and handing out leaflets accusing Tony McNulty, Labour MP for Harrow East, of “crim...

junta | nld | burmese | suu kyi | aung UN calls for war crimes i...
The Guardian World News

Special rapporteur on human rights details 'pattern of gross abuses' as junta unveils restrictive electoral lawsA senior UN official has called for Burma's military rulers to be investigated over allegations of crimes against humanity and war crimes...

pentax 645d | 40 megapixel | format camera | x 33mm | dual sd Pentax 645D 40 Megapixel ...
Gadget Venue

Pentax have launched their latest digital SLR camera called the Pentax 645D. The 645D is a medium format camera that has a 40 megapixel CCD sensor along with a 3.0 inch LCD that can display 921k dots.The new 645D is also compatible with existing 645...

 

Google Fails to Register Nexus One Name via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 13:00

image Even the major players can make mistakes. With Apples misfortune with the iPhone name who then had to purchase the name from Cisco through a private deal and Microsoft’s Redmond “Internet Explorer” payout of $5 million. You would think Google may have learnt from these lessons. Last December Google tried to register the name of its new phone “Nexus One” but the registration failed and the existing owner of the word “nexus”- one Integra Telecom – was awarded possession. Google is likely to appeal on the basis that has never been involved with the oil industry. But wouldn’t it have been easier to do this before the launch of its phone? Well, it may not stop there for Google is it still hasn’t secured the Android name either ....


Spring Design Alex eReader Goes On Sale via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 12:49

image Some of our readers will remember the Spring Design Alex eReader that was announced back in October of 2009. Good news if you have been waiting to get your hands on one, as the Alex eReader has now gone on sale in the US. The Spring Design Alex is available to order for $399 from Spring Design, and you will be able to pre-order one later today and it will ship in the middle of April. The Alex eReader is a dual screen device, it features a 6 inch E-Ink EPD display and a 3.5 inch color LCD display, and it runs on Google’s Android OS. It measures 4.7 inches by 8.9 inches and is about half an inch thick, with a weight of about 11 ounces. The Alex eReader connects to Google’s bookstore and users have access to over one million books. It also features support for some Google...

Miniature WiFi Camera via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 12:36

image If you’re looking for a tiny wireless web camera. Then Thanko’s new wifi web camera is worth a look. Capable of running for five hours on one charge a small camera can capture up to 15 frames per second. Which it then sends back to the receiver plugged in to the USB port on your PC which can be up to 10 meters away. To conserve battery power you can also attach the camera to PC via cable if required. Unfortunately it only available in Japan at the moment can be purchased for for 7,980 yen or approx. $88.62 from Thanko directly. Via DVICE This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Miniature WiFi......

Build Your Own R2-D2 – Video via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 12:24

image Have you always fancied building your own R2-D2? One clever modder called Victor has made his own R2-D2 replica which looks exactly like the original R2-D2, and he has compiled a guide of the complete build which might give you an idea on how to build you own. Check out the video below which shows the build from start to finish, as you can see Victor put in a serious amount of time and effort into making this awesome R2-R2. You can find out more details about the built over at Victors website. via HacknMod This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Build Your Own R2-D2 –......

Cabestan’s Nostromo Watch via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 12:16

image Check out this unique Cabestan Nostromo watch which is inspired by the ship from the Alien movie and used the movement that made the Cabestan Winch Tourbillon Vertical famous The Cabestan Nostromo is constructed mainly from titanium and the case is coated with a superluminova phosphorescent paint which reveals a subtle yellow green light that flows around the wheels bridges, drums and drive shafts when in lowlight. The open design of the watch allows for the viewing of the vertical mechanics from both the front and the back, including the drive shaft which is used to transmit the required energy to power the movements. However this watch and it’s amazing and unique design doesn’t come cheap. If you’re interested it’s available to purchase for 150,000 Swiss...


The Coffee Inhaler via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 11:38

image If you are one of those people who is always in a rush first thing in the morning, and don’t have time to grab a cup of coffee, then you may want to check out the Coffee Inhaler. The Coffee Inhaler is a small device about the size of a shotgun shell, and each one contains 100mg of caffeine, which according to the manufacturer is about the same caffeine as in a cup of espresso. If you want one, the Coffee Inhaler is available for $3 or $8 for a box of three from Le Whif. I think I may have to get a few of these as it might wake me up a bit quicker in the mornings. Boing Boing via Dvice This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.The Coffee......

Worlds Fastest Intel-Certified Memory via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 10:55

image Kingston has just released its latest memory which is currently the world’s fastest Intel-certified memory running at 2400 MHz, 1.65 volts and offering 9-11-9-27-2 timings . Kingston’s HyperX dual-channel DDR3 memory kit (Kingston part#: KHX2400C9D3T1K2/4GX) gained its Intel XMP certification on the Intel core i7 platform taking the top spot from Corsair. The HyperX dual-channel DDR3 memory kit has been developed for enthusiasts, gamers, and benchmarkers looking to scale new memory heights. Unfortunately there is no details on price at the moment but the superfast memory will be available in the second quarter of this year. Via Farestgizmos This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Worlds Fastest Intel-Certified......

Cyclops Vacuum Cleaner via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 10:41

image The Smart Robot G182 vacuum cleaner available from Chinavasion is equipped with an IP WiFi enabled camera which allows you login via the Internet and control it just like an RC toy allowing to to vacuum remotely if desired. I have to say thats not high on my list list but hey. I’m also not 100% sure that the combination of a web cam and vacuum cleaning is the best idea. As the Smart Robot G182 vacuum doesn’t actually use the web cam for positional or location control while vacuuming and the camera mounting just makes it more awkward for the vacuum to manoeuvre into tight spaces. But if you feel you can’t live without one is available to purchase from Chinavasion for £327 or approximately $499 via Botjunkie This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest...

Packard Bell Studio ST Media Hard Drive via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 09:07

image Packard Bell has launched a new external hard drive, the Packard Bell Studio ST. The Packard Bell Studio ST is more than a standard external hard drive as it comes with a range of feature that will let you playback music and video. The Packard Bell Studio ST feature a HDMI connection so you can hook it up to your HDTV and playback HD videos, and it also features built in Dolby Digital decoding. There is also a USB port so you can also playback files from a USB drive. The Packard Bell Studio ST will be available in a range of different sizes from 500GB to 2TB. It will be available in Europe initially, there are no details on pricing and no details on when it will go on sale in the US. via Tech Fresh This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology...

The Past, Present, Future Watch via Geeky-Gadgets March 16th, 2010 at 08:58

image We have seen quite a few different geeky watches here at Geeky Gadgets, the latest one is this cool design from Projects Design, the Past, Present, Future Watch. The Past, Present, Future Watch is designed to remind you that ‘there  is no time like the present’ and it only displays the present time, as you can see from the photos, the time moves around the dial and is always displayed at the top of the watch in the present time. It certainly is an interesting design, if you want one, the Past, Present, Future Watch is available from $95 from Yanko and it comes with a choice of watch straps including leather and steel mesh. via Gizmodo This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.The Past, Present, Future......

Super Slim Winait Digital Camera via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 13:39

image If your in the market for a new camera then Winait’s new offering the CD130BT it’s definitely worth a look. It measures only 13.5 mm thick and is available at fantastic price of only $24.99. This fantastic value camera takes 640 x 480 resolution pictures and save them to its 64MB of on-board memory. It’s equipped with a f2.8 lens, an optical view finder, and has a shutter speed of 1/6-1/15000 second. It also has a continuous mode feature which allows you to take 10 images per second and measures only 140 x 1140 x 40 mm You can purchase the Winait CD130BT for $24.99 here Via Akihabaranews This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Super Slim Winait Digital......

iPod And iPhone Sound Control Shoulder Strap via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 13:17

image Some of our readers will remember the iPhone Shoulder Holster that we featured on the site last year. It looks like there is another similar version available, the iPod And iPhone Sound Control Shoulder Strap. The iPod And iPhone Sound Control Shoulder Strap is designed to let you carry your iPhone or iPod over you shoulder and it even features built in volume and a range of other iPod controls built in. iPod And iPhone Sound Control Shoulder Strap If you want one, the iPod And iPhone Sound Control Shoulder Strap is available for $84.99 from Smalldog. At least it doesn’t look as bad as that iPhone shoulder holster. Coolest Gadgets via Oh Gizmo This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.iPod And iPhone Sound Control Shoulder......

The Green Lantern MacBook Decal via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 11:41

image Here is another fun MacBook Decal for all the comic book fans out there, just like the awesome Iron Man MacBook Decal this cool Green Lantern MacBook Decal will add a bit of color to you MacBook or MacBook Pro. “The Green Lantern Movie started shooting today, so here he is right to your laptop, full color decal letting your MacBooks light show through his ring and illuminating.” The Green Lantern MacBook Decal is available for the MacBook and Macbook Pro available to fit 13 inch, 15 inch and 17 models. If you want one they are available for $15 from Movie Magic Man’s shop over at Etsy. This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.The Green Lantern MacBook......

Sony MDR-RF4000K Headphones via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 11:24

image Sony has launched a new pair of digital cordless headphone, the Sony MDR-RF4000K. The Sony MDR-RF4000K are designed to be used with your TV and  home entertainment equipment. They come with a storage dock that is also used to recharge the headphones and they have a range of up to 30 meters, and they are designed to deliver crystal clear sound. The Sony MDR-RF4000K headphones are designed to give you up to seven hours of continuous use between charges, and you can also add a single AA battery which will increase the usage time up to ten hours. The Sony MDR-RF4000K headphones will go on sale in April 2010 along with another model, the Sony MDR0RF810RK, there are no details on pricing as yet. Press Release This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology...

Spiderpodium iPhone And iPod Dock via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 11:01

image We have seen quite a few different iPhone and iPod docks and stands here at Geeky Gadgets, the latest one certainly has a unique design, the Spiderpodium iPhone And iPod Dock. The Spiderpodium iPhone And iPod Dock looks like a giant spider, or maybe one of those creatures from Aliens, and you can use it with your iPod or iPhone on both landscape and portrait mode. “Designed with today’s portable handheld consumer electronics in mind, the ‘take it everywhere, use it anywhere’ Spiderpodium portable dock & podium is a universal, multi-purpose, gadget grip, holster, dock and display podium which is compatible with most all compact handheld devices including smartphones, portable phones, portable movie players.” If you want one, the Spiderpodium iPhone And...

Build A Network Using Your Local Electrical Circuit via Jason Slater Technology Blog March 15th, 2010 at 11:00

image If wireless networking is a problem in your local area, and lengthy cable runs aren’t your thing, there is still a way of getting your networking data around the place – using your existing electrical supply and power line and home plug adaptors. There are two types of technologies available, Powerline and the more recent HomePlug. The HomePlug technology are typically devices which resemble oversize power plugs which need connecting to your mains sockets (and use onboard PowerPacket technology) – some of them even include a pass through connector so you can still connect something else into the socket too. The devices typically contain a networking point for joining a small networking cable (RJ-45) between your computer and the device itself. That’s usually about it – as home...

Recycled Steel Optimus Prime Stands 2.5 Meters Tall via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 09:25

image We have seen quite a few cool recycled gadgets here at Geeky Gadgets, but none as cool as this Transformers Optimus Prime made from recycled steel. The recycled steel Optimus Prime stands 2.5 meters tall, not quite as big as the original, and he was made from over 5,000 unique parts and he weighs in at a massive 550kg. The parts used to create this cool Optimus Prime include car, boat, motorbike parts as well as some parts from a dishwasher and a television, plus a load of recycled steel. You can actually buy this Recycled Steel Optimus  Prime for 5,500 Euros, about $7,500 from Robo Steel , we have no idea how much the shipping costs but it probably costs as much as the robot. Techchee via Walyou This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology...

USB Super 16 Port Hub via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 09:03

image If you are one of those people that has a large collection of US gadgets that you like to have connected to your PC all at once, then you may want to check out the USB Super 16 Port Hub. If four USB ports aren’t enough for you then maybe this may be the solution, as this USB 2.0 hub features a total of sixteen USB 2.0 ports. The USB Super 16 Port Hub can be connected to two PCs at once to share the same USB gadgets (although not at the same time), it comes with a built in 22.5W power supply and you don’t need an extra AC adapter to power it. If you want one, the USB Super 16 Port Hub is available for $159.99 from Think Geek. via The Awesomer This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.USB Super 16 Port......

Tokyoflash E-Clock Watch Concept via Geeky-Gadgets March 15th, 2010 at 08:20

image Here is another cool watch concept from the guys over at Tokyoflash, the E-Clock. The E-Clock is designed to show the time in two different ways, featuring a digital display and a line display. The watch band is made from a thin sheet of stainless steel that is designed to wrap around your wrist like a bracelet, and the watch face is made from an e-paper display. It also features a bluetooth connection, and the watch will vibrate and give you call, message and mail notifications from your mobile phone. It certainly looks like an interesting concept, I wonder if we will see this model go into production. Tech Fresh via Dvice This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Tokyoflash E-Clock Watch......

Daily gadget deal: Dell Vostro 3300 13.3-inch Ultra-slim Laptop via GadgetLite - Latest gadgets and technology news March 15th, 2010 at 08:00

image Here’s LogicBUY’s latest gadget deal of the day for a new ultra-thin 13.3-inch Dell Vostro 3300 Laptop. The Vostro 3300 blends sophisticated design using durable and eye-catching aluminium case, made just for small business. Featuring Intel Core i3/i5 processor, up to 8GB DDR of RAM and NVIDIA GeForce 310M 512MB discrete graphics. Other key features include a 500GB hard drive, HDMI, WiFi, bluetooth, LED-backlit anti-glare LCD, optical backlit keyboard, a DVD burner, a 2.0MP webcam, a fingerprint reader and pre-installed Windows 7 OS. The Vostro 3300 notebook is available in Aberdeen Silver, Lucerne Red and Brisbane Bronze. [via LogicBUY] Check out our new £250 Amazon voucher giveaway! Daily gadget deal: Dell Vostro 3300 13.3-inch Ultra-slim Laptop...

Bundle Box Offers UK An Early iPad Release Date via Technology Blog (UK), Hi-Tech Gadgets & Gaming - Zath! March 14th, 2010 at 11:16

image Transatlantic shopping service Bundle Box have managed to secure a deal which will allow UK customers to get a fully legit Apple iPad before the official UK release date. Not only does it not cost any extra than it would if you waited for the official release, you actually save £30 on the predicted launch price due to the differences in retail price between the UK and USA. So you may be thinking, well won’t I have to pay import duty? Won’t that make the savings pretty much negligible? Well actually, no. Thanks to a binding ruling by UK customs, there is a guaranteed 0% import cost. So it all sounds pretty spectacular. Of course, there will be plenty of skeptics which will disregard the idea under the assumption there is a ‘catch’. As far as I can tell it is trustworthy and I...

Weekly Gadgets Roundup 14th March 2010 via Geeky-Gadgets March 14th, 2010 at 08:42

image We are almost at the end of another week here at Geeky Gadgets, this week we have seen lots of cool new gadgets and geeky gear, so it is time for our round up of the most popular posts. My personal favourites this week were the Power Gig Guitar and the ModulR iPad Case. Sony’s Ultra Compact Concept Camera Menu In Action – Video Power Gig Guitar Game Uses Real Guitars iKat Augmented Reality App Sony PlayStation Move – Sony’s New Motion Controller Lip-Reading Technology Google Android Pillows ModulR iPad Case Official Tron Legacy Trailer Motorola Android Phones To Feature Microsoft Bing and Maps? Valve Announces Steam Gaming Platform For Apple Macs This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Weekly Gadgets Roundup 14th March......

Remote Controlled Steam Powered Tank via Geeky-Gadgets March 12th, 2010 at 13:10

image The guys over at Crabfu have created a fun radio controlled toy that uses a combination of new and old technology, the RC Live Steam Tank. The RC Live Steam Tank works with a standard remote control that you will see on many of the RC toys available, but instead of being powered by batteries the tank is powered by steam. Remote Controlled Steam Powered Tank The tank will run for about 15 minutes on one tank or water, head on over to Crabfu for more details on how this run radio controlled steam powered tank was built. AtCrux via Gizmo Watch This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Remote Controlled Steam Powered......

Toshiba’s Wheelie Robot via Geeky-Gadgets March 12th, 2010 at 12:49

image Toshiba has unveiled it latest robot, the Toshiba Wheelie which is an autonomous two wheeled robot that was shown off at the Toshiba Science Museum on March 10th 2010. The Toshiba Wheelie is designed to help out around the house, and is small enough to fit into tight spaces and can also handle small changes in floor height, check out the video of him in action below. He certainly looks like he could be useful around the house, sort of like a robot butler, I wonder if he could be programmed to being me snacks and beers from the fridge to my desk. Plastic Pals via Crunch Gear This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Toshiba’s Wheelie......

The ExiTool – Helps You Escape Your Car via Geeky-Gadgets March 12th, 2010 at 12:34

image If you ever find yourself in a situation where you have had an accident in your car, and cant get you seatbelt off, then a company called CRKT may have the solution with this handy tool called the ExiTool. The ExiTool is a small device that clips onto your seat belt, and it features a built in seat belt cutter, a window breaker and an LED flashlight. “First, there is the worry about being unable to release a seat belt because it is jammed or if the release is inaccessible. Second, there are the difficulties of escaping a vehicle that has been submerged in water. Water pressure may make it difficult or impossible to open doors or lower windows until water has seeped in and the internal pressure is equalized.” It certainly seems like a clever idea, maybe car manufacturers...

ASUS introduces new Cine5 PC speaker via GadgetLite - Latest gadgets and technology news March 12th, 2010 at 10:55

image Check out our new £250 Amazon voucher giveaway! ASUS introduces new Cine5 PC speaker If you were in the search for better PC speakers to replace the one’s at your desktop. Then you may find the recently released ASUS Cine5 PC speaker as one of the best options available. As per Asus, the compact speaker is the world’s first speaker to integrate accurate 5-channel output in such a small form factor. The ASUS Cine5 PC speaker has been designed for use in smaller rooms with lack of space such as study rooms. It delivers highly vibrant surround sound perfect for personal entertainment and gaming. Also, the speaker is the world’s first PC speaker equipped with the novel “EmbracingSound Theatre HD” technology. Employing this patented technology the speaker produces rich...

Mobile Designed to Track Your Movements at Work via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 13:42

image If your a slacker at work you might like to read this. The Japanese phone giant KDDI has created a mobile phone that is capable of tracking your movements and what work you are doing during your daily business routine. For example, the KDDI mobile phone strapped to waist of a cleaner can note the differences between actions performed such as scrubbing, sweeping, walking an even emptying a rubbish, then beam these back to their superior for analysis. According to KDDI the aim of the tracking system is to enable employees to work more efficiently and managers to easily evaluate their employees’ performance while away from the office. KDDI already has a Japanese employment agency interested in deploying the new technology. It will be interesting to see how any privacy issues related...

Intendix Brain-Computer Interface via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 13:21

image The Intendix Brain-Computer Interface works on a thought to computer system. The user wears the EEG cap and can control the attached PC using their brain waves. The EEG head gear allows you to write texts, let the computer speak the written text, print out or copy the text into an e-mail or to send commands to external devices via brain control. The system originally designed to assist patients with locked-in syndrome or other disabilities and can be used to trigger alarms if needed. The system is very easy to learn say the manufactures and within only 10-15 mins you can be controlling your PC. Unforutunately theres no launch date as yet but the system will be available to buy for around $12,250 shortly. Akihabaranews This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest...

Origaudio Origami Speakers via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 13:08

image If your looking for a greener more environmentally friendly pair of speakers. Then these Origaudio foldable speakers might be for you. Created from cardboard these portable speaker are great when a little amplified sound is required and quickly fold together. They are avaiable in a number of differnet patterns or you can add your own design to the natural pair. Check out the video after the break. Cube Size: 3.15 x 3.15 x 3.15 inches (8 x 8 x 8 centimeters) with 1W speakers per set connecting with a 3.5 mm audio jack. If your interested in purchasing a pair they can to bought directly from the Origaudio website for $20. Or you can buy a six pack for $79.99 Vai Technabob This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Origaudio Origami......

Nintendo Game Boy Pillow via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 12:56

image We have seen lots of different geeky pillows here at Geeky Gadgets, the latest one will appeal to all the Nintendo gaming fans out there, the Game Boy pillow. This fun Game Boy pillow would make a great addition to your geeky apartment, although it seems quite expensive at $134. We have no idea on the the exact size of the Game Boy pillow, we couldn’t find any details on the product page, apparently you can also order a customized version, so maybe you could have you favourite game on the Game Boy screen. If you want one, the Game Boy Pillow is available for $134 from DaWanda Holy Cool via Nerd Approved This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Nintendo Game Boy......

Marvel Coloud Headphones via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 12:38

image Here are some cool headphones for all the Marvel Comics fans out there, the Marvel Coloud Headphones. These fun  Marvel themed headphones feature a range of Marvel superheroes, from Iron Man, The Hulk, The Punisher and Wolverine, plus an X-Men version. “Coloud turns brands into sound. Our cords transfer visual life from any music player you choose to plug it into. We create function, value design and promote quality headphones that endure,enrich,and extend your lifelong music experience.” If you want a pair, they are available to pre-order for $39.99 from the Big Bad Toy Store. Fashionably Geek via Digital Drops This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Marvel Coloud......

A Look At The Motorola Milestone, Part One via Jason Slater Technology Blog March 11th, 2010 at 12:10

image Motorola describe the Android 2 based Milestone as “The Phone Without Compromise” so in this series of articles we’ll look at it closer so see whether it lives up to it’s name. First impressions are very good – read on… First off, the box is worth a mention – the device arrived in a small, easily accessible, box – complete with the phone itself, a getting started guide, Media Link software on CD, a pair of headphones (together with clip and additional protectors), a USB cable, and a USB charger plug. No over the top fussy packaging, no difficult to get into sealed plastic casings – moments after the phone arrived it was out of the box and ready for charging. The device feels very solid, and well engineered, when held in the hand. In this sense it feels on par with...

Asus Cine5 Surround Sound Speaker via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 10:41

image Asus has launched a new compact surround sound speaker which is designed to be used with your computer and smaller TVs, the Asus Cine5. The Asus Cine5 is just 145 inches long, but don’t lets its small size fool  you as it has five speakers and a built in 28w max amplifier, which should be good enough to pump out a decent sound for your PC or TV. The Asus Cine5 features 5.1 inputs via 3.5mm audio jacks and it also has a built in headphone jack, should you want to listen to your favourite tunes or play some games without disturbing your neighbours. There are no details as yet on when the Asus Cine5 will hit the stores or how much it will retail for. via Crunch Gear This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Asus Cine5 Surround Sound...

Oh dear – Sony unveil dull new controller via BitterWallet March 11th, 2010 at 10:00

image Bells! Whistles! Fireworks! Sony have launched a revolutionary new controller! And it’s a lot like Nintendo’s three-year-old Wii controller! Oh… The Playstation Move was unveiled to some not-whooping delegates at San Francisco’s Games Developers Conference late yesterday and Sony marketing boss Peter Dille harrumphed: “We’d like to think of this as the next generation of motion gaming. We are confident that when we look back in five years time, this will be seen as a seminal moment for PlayStation.” Possibly the moment when it all went tits up? The controller uses motion control technology and the Playstation Eye camera to track body movements, in almost the exact same way as a Wiimote, except this thing has a big coloured ball stuck on the end like a clown’s nose....

EyeTV Hybrid USB TV Tuner via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 09:12

image Elgato has updated its hybrid TV tuner for both PCs and Macs, the EyeTV Hybrid USB TV Tuner. This new version features a slimmer and more stylish design than the previous model. The EyeTV Hybrid USB TV Tuner lets you watch high definition (HD) digital TV on your PC or Mac as well as letting you watch unencrypted (Clear QAM) and analog TV channels. The EyeTV Hybrid USB TV Tuner comes with EyeTV 3 software that lets you watch live TV, has a built in DVR and it will let you share your recording with your iPhone and iPod Touch. If you want one, the EyeTV Hybrid USB TV Tuner is compatible with Macs and PCs and now features support for Windows 7, it is available for $150 from Elgato. TUAW via The Awesomer This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology...

Microsoft Working On Zune HD2? via Geeky-Gadgets March 11th, 2010 at 09:04

image The Microsoft Zune HD hasn’t been out for very long, but we are already hearing rumors that Microsoft are working on a new version of their Zune HD, the Zune HD2. The Zune HD2 is likely to take advantage of Microsoft’s new Windows Phone 7 platform, and it looks like the device will be similar to the iPod Touch, and it will take advantage of Microsoft’s new XNA Game Studio 4.0 for games. After the screenshots we saw yesterday of new games from Microsoft on their Windows Phone 7 Platform, a Zune HD2 is probably pretty likely, and if the games look at good as we saw yesterday, the iPod could end up having some serious competition. At the moment nothing has been confirmed by Microsoft, as soon as we get more details we will let you guys know. via Slippery Brick Image...

iKat Augmented Reality App via Geeky-Gadgets March 10th, 2010 at 14:48

image Here is an interesting application from South Korean company Zentium called the iKat. The iKat is an augmented reality application that works without a marker, you just point you phone at any environment and the iKat is displayed in the environment on your phone. Check out the video of it in action below to see how it works, it certainly looks very cool, and would have a number of possibilities to be developed further. The iKat is based on Zentium’s D-Track software, check out the video below which shows the D-Track software in action. Very cool I wonder what sort of applications we will see in the future developed using this technology. via Gizmodo This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.iKat Augmented Reality......

Lego Music Sequencer via Geeky-Gadgets March 10th, 2010 at 13:38

image Musician Yoshi Akai has created a cool music sequencer using Lego, the music sequencer uses three dimensional Lego structures to emulate a three chanel, eight step sequencer. When a new Lego piece is added to the sequencer a new sound is added in, check out the video of it in action below. Very cool, we have no idea exactly how it works but it certainly seems like a fun idea, although the music does get quite annoying half way through the video, I suppose that is just my old age. via TecheBlog This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Lego Music......

Happy Hour Watch Features A Built In Bottle Opener via Geeky-Gadgets March 10th, 2010 at 12:09

image We have seen quite a few different watches here at Geeky Gadgets, the latest one has to be one of the coolest so far as it feature a built in bottle opener, the Happy Hour Watch. The buckle on the Happy Hour watch is designed to be used as a bottle opener, meaning you will always have it handy when you want to open a nice cold beer. “Of course, this watch features more than just the patented bottle opener on the buckle. Look out for new styles, more ideas, and a whole lot more fun. More fun than you can have with any other watch! Time to tap…” If you want one, the Happy Hour Watch is available for $49.95 from Happy Hour Timepieces. via Wired Gadget Lab This is a post from Geeky Gadgets, who bring you the latest Gadgets and Technology News.Happy Hour Watch Features A Built...

Samsung Launches E6 eReader via Geeky-Gadgets March 10th, 2010 at 11:53

image Samsung has announced the launch of their first electronic book reader. The Samsung E6 eReader will feature a six inch e-ink display with a resolution of 600 x 800 pixels. Samsung has teamed up with publisher Barnes and Noble who will deliver content to their new E6 eReader, and it is capable of reading a range of file formats which include e-pub, PDF/a, TXT, bmp and jpg. Other features include a pair of built in speakers as well as a 3.5mm audio jack, and it also features text to speech technology, plus integrated 802.11 b/g WiFi, an Bluetooth 2.0. The Samsung E6 eReader comes with 2GB of stoarge built in, and it also features a microSD card slot which will take microSD cards up to 16GB. The Samsung e6 eReader will be available shortly for $299. via TFTS This is a post from Geeky...