STm.57 and STm.117 Mobile Thermal Printer / by Source Technologies

Source Technologies announced that its STm.57 and STm.117 mobile thermal barcode label and receipt printers are available to support the needs of today's growing mobile work-force. The 4-inch portable STm.117 model offers an impressive battery life, quick one-step media loading and weighs just over a pound. Its long battery life and innovative features mean handwritten receipts and labels can take a modern path toward legibility.


Trendy Gadget, STm.57 and STm.117 Mobile Thermal Printer / by Source Technologies

Comcast's Internet Essentials offers $10 internet access to low-income families

Earlier this year, when Comcast bought up NBC Universal, the company made a promise to boost broadband access in underserved communities and, with the launch of its new Internet Essentials service, it looks poised to follow through on that commitment. Originally laid out as the Comcast Broadband Opportunity Program, the plan offers internet access for only $10 a month to families with children who qualify for free lunch programs. Taking its commitment even further, the outfit is offering a $150 voucher for the purchase of a computer, access to free digital literacy training, and a Norton Security Suite.

Engadget, Comcast's Internet Essentials offers $10 internet access to low-income families

Eco Pod waterproof case keeps your device dry while you're riding dolphins

When we're out on the water, we're constantly longing to take our phones and mp3 players for a swim with us. aren't you. Now we can enjoy a little "I'm on a Boat" when we're actually on a boat - thanks to Grace Digital Audio's Eco Pod - without worrying about our handheld's survival. The company announced today that its latest sand, shock and waterproof enclosure is now available - and it even comes with a set of waterproof earbuds. While the added protection will set you back $50, the ability to bump Katy Perry while exploring a coral reef is, indeed, priceless.

Engadget, Eco Pod waterproof case keeps your device dry while you're riding dolphins

Kia avoids costly strike in Korea

Kia has navigated around a potential strike by organized labor in Korea. According to Automotive News, the manufacturer joined GM Korea and Ssangyong Motor Company in reaching agreements with the companies' workers for better pay, pending a "yea" vote by employees. Kia workers successfully negotiated a 5.2 percent wage increase as well as bonus pay worth over $6,600 at current conversion rates. In addition, each worker will be granted 80 shares in the company. GM Korea, meanwhile agreed to give its employees a 4.7 percent wage increase as well as record-level bonuses.

Autoblog, Kia avoids costly strike in Korea

RIM Releases BlackBerry App World 3.0 Beta, Brings Lot Of Features & Improvements!

To begin with, the new BlackBerry AppWorld 3.0 beta brings an amazing new user interface with redesigned features. The addition of a Search App Bar on the home screen is one of the several differences one may immediately notice at the first glance. The new search from home screen feature enables users to quickly search for popular apps, games and themes right from the home screen, effortlessly.


Technology Nerd, RIM Releases BlackBerry App World 3.0 Beta, Brings Lot Of Features & Improvements!

Fly an RC Helicopter with your iPhone

A lot of us have played with those tiny remote controlled helicopters, but now you can control one with your iPhone. The iHelicopter comes with a special transmitter that plugs into the dock connector of an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. The iHelicopter app turns your device into the remote control. The toy also comes with 2 spare rotor blades and a spare tail propeller, because you know you're going to crash it more than once.

The Gadgeteer, Fly an RC Helicopter with your iPhone

Microsoft offers 'mad loot' Bluehat prize to entice security developers (video)

Mere numbers aren't enough to describe cash prizes for Microsoft, it seems. The firm's inaugural Bluehat security competition's introduction video opted for a clearer term: "mad loot, lots of it." The big M hopes the hefty first prize of $200,000 will inspire the creation of the next generation of defensive computer security technology. The most innovative "novel runtime mitigation technology designed to prevent the exploitation of memory safety vulnerabilities" (phew!) will take home the aforesaid mad loot, while second and third places will receive $50,000 and an MSDN Universal subscription, respectively.

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Roland TR-808 flash drive takes synth style, leaves music to the pros (video)

Still trying to convince your friends that you're a mad scientist DJ with a shrink ray. Show those heretic doubters you've still got some (miniaturized) old-school cred with this 8GB TR-808 flash drive. This snappy Roland replica won't actually lay down your mad beats, it only stores them, and the privilege of pre-ordering that trendy track storage will set you back $40. If you actually want to soundawesome, you could always satiate your portable mixing lust with the Korg Monotron, which actually, you know, makes noise.

Engadget, Roland TR-808 flash drive takes synth style, leaves music to the pros (video)

Time Inc. aims to please advertisers and your eyes, making all mags tablet-friendly by year's end

Do you love reading Time magazine on your tablet, but wish you had the same luxury with all of its related offerings. Oh boy, do we have fantastic news for you. As it stands, select Time Inc. publications are supported on the iPad, Android Marketplace, TouchPad, and Next Issue Media's store, but now the company has announced plans to make all 21 of its mags available on tablets by the year's end. Furthermore, support for the Nook Color will be added by the end of August with digital versions of Time, Sports Illustrated, People, and Fortune.

Engadget, Time Inc. aims to please advertisers and your eyes, making all mags tablet-friendly by year's end

Leaked Telus Document Shows October 1st As iPhone 5 Canada Release Date!

According to a report by BGR which claims to have seen an official internal Telus document , the Canadian release of presumably the world's most awaited iPhone is due on the first day of October. That gives us two things to infer : firstly, it could be possible that Apple may launch the iPhone 5x4S in Canada just days after the expected US launch in September. Secondly, Apple may be a little poised in maintaining the international launch schedules of the new iPhone to be as close as possible to be in the shadow of the US launch date.


Technology Nerd, Leaked Telus Document Shows October 1st As iPhone 5 Canada Release Date!

Koodo Nexus S Price Cut

Koodo Mobile has decided to drop the price of the Google Nexus S. This network carrier sells the Nexus S for only $350. For your info, the original price was $425. The Nexus S comes jam packed with the Google Android 2.3 OS, a 1GHz processor, and a 4-inch touchscreen display. This phone is only available when purchased on the Koodo Tab, or as an upgrade for existing Koodo customers. It is not available for outright purchase or as a gift order.

TechFresh, Koodo Nexus S Price Cut

Resident Evil: Revelations Demo Gameplay

Here is the latest demo gameplay of Resident Evil Revelations. It is an upcoming survival horror video game for the Nintendo 3DS, which is scheduled for a release in 2012. Resident Evil: Revelations is currently in development by Capcom. The game is set in 2005, between Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 5.

TechFresh, Resident Evil: Revelations Demo Gameplay

Sony A77 To Be Launched In Japan On September 16th

According to Digital Camera Info, Sony will be launching their newest interchangeable lens camera ‘A77′ in Japan on September 16th. However, there's no word on pricing yet. For your info, the A77 will sport a magnesium alloy body, a 24.3-megapixel Exmor HD CMOS sensor, a TrueBlack 921k 3-way tilt LCD screen, a 3 million dot OLED viewfinder, an SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, a built-in GPS and 1080p Full HD video recording capabilities.

TechFresh, Sony A77 To Be Launched In Japan On September 16th

Belkin unveils Keyboard Folio for iPad 2

Belkin, a name synonymous for producing accessories for both Mac and iOS devices has recently launched a brand new keyboard folio case for your iPad. According to the company their reasoning behind the launch of their keyboard folio is because there has been a demand for a keyboard folio which features better quality keys instead of rubber keys, which in turn will provide a better laptop-styled experience. With the keyboard being made using TruType hard plastic keys and with a key travel distance of 1.7mm, the company is claiming that this should cut down on typos, increase accuracy and speed.

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Rowan Atkinson crashes his McLaren F1... again

It looks like the man behind Mr. Bean and Blackadder has had another off in his McLaren F1. British comedian Rowan Atkinson reportedly spun his seven-figure supercar as he was traveling down the A605 near Peterborough in the UK. No other vehicles were involved in the incident. While the actor suffered no worse than a shoulder injury, the F1 restyled itself thanks to a lamp post subsequent fire. Atkinson was reportedly able to extract himself from the vehicle and stood waiting for emergency personnel to arrive before being transported to a local hospital.

Autoblog, Rowan Atkinson crashes his McLaren F1... again

Feltone window blinds will help soundproof your house

Due to the cost of property and the economy, some people end up staying in places that while not ideal, are within their budget. Such non-ideal locations include staying near the airport or by the highway which is not only incredibly dusty and the roar of plane and car engines can get on your nerves. Tokyo Blinds, a company from Japan, has come up with a set of window blinds called Feltone. As the name implies, these blinds are made out of felt and the company claims that this would help to absorb sound waves and even converting them to thermal energy through repeated reflection. It is said to be able to reduce sound levels at 89dB by 4dB.

Ubergizmo, Feltone window blinds will help soundproof your house

Silicon Power Touch 835 USB flash drives are rugged

While some of us use our USB flash drives for school and for transferring files within the office, there are probably some users out there who require USB flash drives for other reasons that may involve going through some rough terrain. Perhaps an engineer who has to constantly visit construction sites, scientists doing research in harsh environments and perhaps even the military. Well the good news for those who require a rugged USB flash drive is that Silicon Power has released a new USB flash drive in their Touch series, the Touch 835.

Ubergizmo, Silicon Power Touch 835 USB flash drives are rugged

Jaguar bringing sports car concept to Frankfurt

Auto show season seems to arrive earlier each year. We're not yet fully into the swing of said season, but the rumors are starting to swirl about who is bring what to where. One of the first on our 2011 travel calendar is the Frankfurt Motor Show, whose media days fall in mid-September. Jaguar will be there, and it seems it's bringing a sporty new concept along as well. According to Automotive News, representatives for Jaguar remain mum on the details, but rumor has it that the cat-faced car company is prepping a sports car to slot under the XK.

Autoblog, Jaguar bringing sports car concept to Frankfurt

Fingerprints can reveal more than just your identity

If you thought leaving your fingerprints behind at the scene of a crime was a bad idea - you're right, and it's about to get worse. Some researchers at the Sheffield Hallam University have developed a way to capture fingerprints that can identify substances touched and secretions from a person's body. With this information, investigators can find out more about a suspect's actions and habits. This is especially useful for first time criminals who won't have any prints to match in the police database - their actions and habits can involuntarily give them away to the authorities.

Ubergizmo, Fingerprints can reveal more than just your identity

iHome iP15 LED Color Changing Speaker Dock

With quite a number of iPhone dock speakers for people to choose from, it's pretty sure that having that unique quality in terms of design and performance works best to make them stand out. It take such characteristics to make people take notice. The iHome iP15 LED Color Changing Stereo Speaker Dock may just have such qualities to make people catch attention. The iHome iP15 LED Speaker Dock for the iPhone and iPod is not just designed for great audio performance. It is designed for catching attention as well.

Gadget.com, iHome iP15 LED Color Changing Speaker Dock

Is Facebook thinking about injecting ads directly into your news feed?

Ads on websites when appropriately placed and when relevant are ideal. In fact relevant and well-placed ads makes me want to click them to find out more. But when you encounter websites that supposedly show ads that are "relevant" or are littered with huge banners and pop-ups, the first thing you want to do is click the huge "X" to close it. While Facebook started off being resistant to the idea of ads on its website, it looks like they may be changing their tune pretty soon.

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Silicone Stand Cossets Your Spoiled Smartphone

The Elecom Silicone Stand makes your phone look like a tiny iMac. I hate my stupid phone so much that buying a stand for it would be like buying a beer for the idiot who keeps parking his BMW in my neighborhood bike lane — utterly unthinkable. But for those who have better phones (or who drive BMWs and think that the roads were built just for them), the Elecom Silicone Stand is a great way to get rid of $21.
An elegantly-curved polished aluminum base arcs up, iMac-style, to a flat panel up top. This panel is made from sticky silicone, and grips the rear of your flat-backed phone using nothing but the magical powers of friction.

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Ride a Wave of Sound with the Wave Cradle

Although their images show iPhone 4s, the Wave Cradle stands are designed to improve the sound from any smartphone or MP3 player with speakers on the bottom.  The Wave Cradle Classic (left) and Wave Cradle Low Profile (right) stands have a curvature plate that redirects the sound from the bottom speakers out toward the front.  They reportedly project crisp, clean sound up to 20 feet away.  Both stands are made from aircraft-grade aluminum, and both have rubbery grip pads to hold your phone/MP3 player securely.  Each style is available in black, blue, or pink.  You can purchase these stands directly from Wave Cradle or through Amazon.

The Gadgeteer, Ride a Wave of Sound with the Wave Cradle

Motorola DEFY+ leaks on O2 Germany

According to German website mobiFlip.de, O2 in Germany is planning on launching the Motorola DEFY+, an updated version of the current Defy. The only changes we know of right now is a upgraded 1GHz processor from the 800MHz in the current DEFY and Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread instead of Froyo. Everything else seems identical, including the design.
To be honest, those were the only two drawbacks of the current DEFY and we're glad that the new model addressed those.

GSM Arena, Motorola DEFY+ leaks on O2 Germany

Google slams Apple and Microsoft, claims ‘hostile, organized campaign' against Android waged through ‘bogus patents'

It, as they say, is on. Google's Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, David Drummond, made an appearance on the company's official blog today with a post not-so-subtly-titled “When patents attack Android,” which directly addresses what he calls a “hostile, organized campaign against Android by Microsoft, Oracle, Apple and other companies, waged through bogus patents.”.

2DayBlog.com, Google slams Apple and Microsoft, claims ‘hostile, organized campaign' against Android waged through ‘bogus patents'

Borderlands 2 Confirmed By 2K Games And Gearbox

2K Games and Gearbox have confirmed the availability of Borderlands 2. The video game is expected to arrive sometime between April 2012 and Spring 2013. Borderlands 2 will contain all new characters, skills, environments, enemies, weapons and equipments for gamers to enjoy. The new game will be released for the Microsoft Xbox 360, Sony PlayStation 3, and PC. We will keep you posted.

TechFresh, Borderlands 2 Confirmed By 2K Games And Gearbox

Apple might launch iTunes Replay

There are whispers going around that Apple is preparing itself to deliver what it calls “iTunes Replay”, where this particular service allows one to re-download movies up to five times on the one computer you use, with the possibility of streaming it over to an iOS device. Sounds like an inviting software no matter the angle you approach it from, especially to iTunes customers who lost content due to nasty hard drive failures as well as a variety of computer maladies.

Ubergizmo, Apple might launch iTunes Replay

New BlackBerry Torch 9850, 9860 and 9810 officially announced

Research in Motion has finally taken the wraps off two new BlackBerry smartphones that run OS 7: the Torch 9850x9860 and Torch 9810. As suggested by lots of previous leaks, the BlackBerry Torch 9850x9860 is an all-touch smartphone which comes with a 3.7 inch WVGA display – the largest ever found on a RIM handset. The new Torch also comes with: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, BlackBerry Maps, 5MP camera with flash and 720p video recording, 768MB of RAM, 1.2GHz single-core processor, 4GB of on-board memory, and MicroSD card support.



Unwired View, New BlackBerry Torch 9850, 9860 and 9810 officially announced

RIM Previews Suite of New BlackBerry Phones

The BlackBerry Torch 9810 series is one of three new RIM phones to be released soon. Photo courtesy of RIM. Research in Motion announced on Wednesday five new smartphones to be released later this year, including two new versions of the BlackBerry Torch series.
As the most noteworthy of the bunch, the BlackBerry Torch 9810 is RIM's flagship 4G device to run exclusively on AT&T's HSPA+ network.

Gadget Lab, RIM Previews Suite of New BlackBerry Phones

BlackBerry PlayBook Android app compatibility arriving in fall?

Before they PlayBook hit the market, RIM officially announced that the tablet will be able to run Android apps. In fact, it was one of the selling points of the tablet - after all, who wouldn't want a device that was capable of running QNX, BlackBerry Java and Android apps. Exactly. But the tablet was launched - without app compatibility present.

Ubergizmo, BlackBerry PlayBook Android app compatibility arriving in fall?

Jealous ex-boyfriend poses as girl on Facebook to commit a murder

While usually there's no harm in taking friendships from an online environment into the offline world, sometimes it can be a dangerous thing - as evident by a recent report from the Orlando Sentinel. The newspaper reported about a boy who allegedly used Facebook to kill his ex-girlfriend's new boyfriend by luring him out with a fake profile. According to the report, Israel Nieves, a 19-year old boy from Orange County, Florida set up a fake Facebook account with the name “Ty Ann” to befriend Jason Rodriguez, the boyfriend of his ex-girlfriend.

Ubergizmo, Jealous ex-boyfriend poses as girl on Facebook to commit a murder

Samsung Postpones Australian Galaxy Tab 10.1 Launch Event

A new wrinkle in the latest chapter of the Apple v. Samsung saga has appeared. After the sale of the Galaxy Tab 10.1 was initially blocked in Australia pending further litigation, Samsung has announced that a media event coinciding with the launch of the tablet scheduled for August 11th has been postponed. It should be noted that Samsung still has plans to sell the Tab 10.1 in Australia, as they made very clear yesterday.

Android Phone, Samsung Postpones Australian Galaxy Tab 10.1 Launch Event

BlackBerry Bold 9900x9930, BlackBerry Torch 9810, BlackBerry Torch 9850x9860 officially announced

A few months ago at the BlackBerry world event, people weren't too pleased when RIM only announced one new device at the show - the BlackBerry Bold 9900x9930, because there were quite a number of BlackBerry phones that were leaked prior to the event and everybody was expecting those other phones to be revealed as well. The phones probably weren't ready or finalized back then, but it looks like they're ready today. RIM has officially announced the specs of the BlackBerry Bold 9900x9930, BlackBerry Torch 9810 and BlackBerry Torch 9850x9860 on its website today. Here is a rundown of what to expect from those phones:.

Ubergizmo, BlackBerry Bold 9900x9930, BlackBerry Torch 9810, BlackBerry Torch 9850x9860 officially announced

Riken Japan upgrade its RIBA II Healthcare robot

Riken Japan announced yesterday a noticeable upgrade of its healthcare robot RIBA II with improved power and with more accurate sensors. Stronger the RIBA II is no capable to lift patient with a weight up to 80kg (roughly a 20kg improvement) as well as now being capable to lift-up people lay down on the floor and not only on their bed. RIBA II also comes with upgrade sensors capable to better evaluate one's weight and carry this person more comfortably.





Akihabara News, Riken Japan upgrade its RIBA II Healthcare robot

US Navy thinking about using Google+

The Navy is no stranger when it comes to using consumer technology for its recruitment purposes. Remember the submarine strategy game came it came up with to crowdsource tactics and strategies that people use. How about the Royal Navy Engineer Officer Challenge app. Well, according to the latest reports online from the Navy Times, it looks like it has its eyes set using Google+ as an additional tool to get in touch with people.
If the Navy does use Google+, it will be running alongside its Facebook, Twitter and YouTube accounts.

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Pandigital Nova Digital Reader going for $170 at Best Buy

With the growing popularity of ebooks, the number of ebook readers have also started popping up as well. While Amazon's Kindle reigned supreme back in the day, it now faces stiff competition from the Nook and Kobo just to name a few. While Pandigital has also been producing ebook readers, they have not managed to garner the same amount of notoriety and fame as the other brands mentioned, but perhaps that may change with their latest offering.

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HTC to Launch 8 New Phones In Q3 2011!

In an interview with CENS news, CEO of HTC, Peter Chou detailed his companies plans in the third quarter of 2011, and the outlook is pretty good. Earlier in the year, HTC overtook, Nokia and RIM, in the OEM market wars, was a big step for the company. In world wide markets HTC has a much larger demographic to tap into, as it has devices circulating on every continent, with a variety of devices, including tablets.

HTC Source, HTC to Launch 8 New Phones In Q3 2011!

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc and Xperia Play receive update

It looks like Sony Ericsson is doing a good job of keeping its Android phones updated - it has just announced the release of a new update for the Xperia Arc and Xperia Play. The update doesn't bring the phones past Android 2.3.3, but it does include some new features to improve the entertainment experiences on the phone.

Ubergizmo, Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc and Xperia Play receive update

Bedphones is designed to be comfortable while you wear them to sleep

While in-ear earphones tend to be more compact and portable, sometimes they just cannot beat the sound quality of a good pair of headphones, but have you ever attempted to lie down in bed wearing them. If you have then you probably know that it's not the most comfortable experience as they headphones will probably slip backwards, or if try to lie on your side the headphones will be pressing up against your ear, ruining your music listening experience completely. Fret no more as a company has come up with a pair of headphones designed to be worn in bed and even as you sleep, which has been rather appropriately named the Bedphones.

Ubergizmo, Bedphones is designed to be comfortable while you wear them to sleep

Apple launches iCloud and iWork betas, price for extra capacity announced

Apple has now updated its iCloud.com with a new official login page that's built onto a virtual machined aluminum unibody badge. Those of you rocking iOS 5 or 10.7.2 and who've also created an iCloud account are probably already busy frolicking through email, editing contacts and slinging calendar events all from the comfort of your browser. A screenshot from MacRumors also shows the addition of an iWork section, which we'd surmise means the previously siloed iWork beta now has a new place to call home.

2DayBlog.com, Apple launches iCloud and iWork betas, price for extra capacity announced

id America Cushi pads give your iPhone 4 something soft to land on

Want to protect your iPhone 4 without the bulkiness of having a case. The id America's Cushi might be right up your alley. Made from EVA foam (or expanded rubber), these adhesive pads stick right onto the back surface of your iPhone 4, giving it sufficient protection on its back while making your iPhone 4 stand out from the crowd at the same time. All you need to protect the front of your phone will be a screen protector (included).

Ubergizmo, id America Cushi pads give your iPhone 4 something soft to land on

Windows Phone revenue rumored to be under $613 million

How much success is Microsoft having with Windows Phone. It's hard to tell, since Microsoft has been pretty much quiet about the whole situation when it comes to dishing out the sales figures. However, the folks over at Seattle Pi dug up stats and figures that Microsoft has given here and there, added a dash of estimation and managed to calculate a figure. According to them, Microsoft's Windows Phone revenue for the fiscal year 2011 is at the very most: $613 million.
While it's not exactly a small figure, when compared to the iPhone, which made $13.3 billion for Apple just in the most recent quarter alone - it becomes… peanuts.

Ubergizmo, Windows Phone revenue rumored to be under $613 million

Japan getting new Panasonic full HD 3D home theater projector this fall

The PT-AE7000U, the first 3D unit in the world to use transparent LCD panels at 480Hz with the Panasonic overdrive tech to reduce cross talk and improve photo quality,  is able to offer "stunning large screen 2D images, as well as an immersive 3D viewing experience for home theater viewers," plus it features three HDMI inputs, projects a 120-inch image from 11-feet away, 200W red-rich lamp, 300,000:1 contrast ratio, 2,000 lumens of brightness. Look for this projector in September when it hits authorized Japanese dealers for about 269,000 Yen (about $3,499).

Akihabara News, Japan getting new Panasonic full HD 3D home theater projector this fall

Droid Pro Heads to Cellular South as Motorola Milestone Plus

If you prefer Android, are a fan of the BlackBerry form factor, and reside within Cellular South's service area, the carrier has a new phone just for you. You may recognize the handset with a 1GHz CPU, 3.1-inch display, and QWERTY keypad as the Droid Pro from Verizon, but we assure you it is the Motorola Milestone Plus. The phone is available starting today for the price of $199.99 on a new two-year contract. The not-so-cheery news. It's still running Android 2.2 out of the box.

Android Phone, Droid Pro Heads to Cellular South as Motorola Milestone Plus

Alien USB webcam is larger than life

Do you love purchasing official movie merchandise, especially when they are of the tech and geeky variety. Well, Disney and Pixar worked hand in hand to deliver a limited edition Alien webcam that stands at 15″ tall – definitely a far cry from those really, really small computer peripherals that you see on most desks. This Alien USB webcam is larger than life, so to speak, and will be a fully functional device instead of just being an ornament or conversation piece. We do know that the Alien USB webcam will have an antenna that lights up when connected, pulsing and glowing accordingly as though it actually were alive.

Ubergizmo, Alien USB webcam is larger than life