1,000 Gifts for Under $10 Available On Entertainment Earth

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Entertainment Earth, a retailer of action figures, bobble heads, toys, gifts, and collectibles, is offering over 1,000 items, each priced under $10 in time for your holiday gift shopping.
The limited-time offer includes hand-picked toys, action figures, comic books, bobble heads, games, and more from dozens of the world's most popular brands. From Barbie to Buffy to Batman and The Beatles… Sesame Street to The Simpsons to Star Trek and Star Wars… there's something for just about everyone.
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Posted on Fri, 6 Nov 2009 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

GameStop Also Plans Midnight Release For Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

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Yesterday we reported that Best Buy will be doing a nationwide midnight release for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 on November 10. Today, Gamestop has announced that they will also be doing a midnight opening for this latest CoD. In case you haven't heard, the first Modern Warfare was the bestselling FPS game in history (so far).

It's not hard to see why both Best Buy and Gamestop are excited. Modern Warfare 2 shows every sign of being a chart-topper. Unless Infinity Ward has seriously managed to muck things up with this one, it's going to be huge.

Posted on Fri, 6 Nov 2009 06:09:36 CST | by Robert Evans

Google Commerce Search: To Ease Your Holiday Shopping

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Once again, Google's come up with something to make a traditional pain in the behind less of an agony. Their latest new service isn't nearly as awesome or convenient as Google Voice, but it still helps to simplify what was once an annoyance. Google Commerce Search launched today, with the stated goal of simplifying holiday shopping for consumers and online retailers alike.

A good search service that returns pertinent hits is a crucial part of any e-retailer. Plenty of websites have awful search engines that keep customers from stumbling upon great deals and finding the products they really want. Google Commerce Search is a program that applies Google's search engine to whatever online store you happen to be browsing. It allows shoppers to search by category, price, brand, or any other attribute you can think of.

Posted on Thu, 5 Nov 2009 04:59:06 CST | by Robert Evans

The Cyberus ID700WTA Smart Info Engine; You Got Your E-Reader In My Media Player

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E-Readers are still a fairly young type of product, which means the market is currently glutted with different company's takes on the idea. Some of them, like the Barnes & Noble nook, are really cool looking gadgets that could end up establishing an e-reader dynasty. Others, like the Sony Reader, are about as exciting and inspired as a pair of flannel pajama bottoms. I'm not sure yet which category Cyberus' new ID700WTA “Smart Info Engine” falls under, but I've got strong suspicions it could end up being awesome.

The ID700 isn't a dedicated e-reader, of course. Cyberus bills it as being a hybrid reader and personal media player. I think they need to stop splitting hairs and just call the damned thing a tablet PC, but that's just me. The ID700 has a 7” LCD screen, and comes with a protective folding cover that makes it look slightly more like a book. While Cyberus doesn't run their own e-book store, this reader can handle most e-book formats and, as an added blessing, can read PDF files.

Posted on Thu, 5 Nov 2009 03:46:30 CST | by Robert Evans

New Super Mario Bros Wii Game With $10 Credit Available On Amazon

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Amazon matches the $10 off deal on the New Super Mario Bros Wii Game that Walmart started offering over the weekend.
When you order New Super Mario Bros. Wii you get $10 off a future video game purchase. The promotional code will be placed directly into your Amazon.com account within 2 business days after the product ships. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Nov 2009 12:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Google Celebrates Sesame Street's 40th Birthday

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The Google homepage is getting taken over by Sesame Street characters over the next seven days leading up to the 40th anniversary of The Sesame Street.
Sesame Street celebrates its 40th anniversary on November 10th.
Sesame Street Googled 16 years before Google was even founded. See the video below from 1982 as proof. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Nov 2009 09:39:29 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Samsung Makes Crazy-Thin 32 GB Flash Memory

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Flash memory just got a little flashier. As Electronista reports Samsung has just revealed yet another advance in NAND flash memory. Their new chip fits 32 GB onto a single .02” thick chip. According to the Korean-based company, this new advance was managed by using a new “bare” package that is half as thick, but apparently as sturdy, as the old one.

Posted on Wed, 4 Nov 2009 08:30:46 CST | by Robert Evans

New MSN Homepage Launching

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Once again, Microsoft has given a facelift to the MSN homepage. All Things Digital reports that the new page has started rolling out now. Microsoft's goal is to give roughly 10% of of their user base access to the new page by the time 2010 rolls around. At that point, the updated homepage will be available to all US customers, with a worldwide release to follow.

If you just can't wait to see what's new with MSN, a preview page is available here. My immediate impression of the new page is that there is quite a lot of white space. Bing has been integrated into the page, and on the lower right hand side you can see a hotmail and a Windows Live toolbar. The coolest new change is definitely the addition of a Facebook and Twitter sidebar.

Posted on Wed, 4 Nov 2009 07:41:44 CST | by Robert Evans

Merry Madagascar DVD Exclusively on Sale At Walmart

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Today Walmart announced an exclusive deal to sell the Merry Madagascar DVD. Merry Madagascar is a 30-minute animated Christmas special that premieres on NBC on November 17th.
Walmart will carry the standard Merry Madagascar DVD movie for $5 and a deluxe DVD version with additional content for $8. These DVDs are very nice stocking stuffers.

Walmart stores will also offer new Merry Madagascar licensed pajamas, slippers, socks, throw blankets and other holiday gifts starting this week. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 13:32:19 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Tachyon Unveils New XC Micro Helmet Cam

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Tachyon has been offering rugged helmet cams for a long time now for people who like to film themselves doing extreme sports or other activities where a normal camera would simply not withstand the punishment. Tachyon has announced a new camera called the XC micro.

The new camera has the same features as the larger 2010 XC helmet cam in a smaller package. The XC Micro can accept a variety of microSDHC cards from 4GB to 32GB in capacity. The camera mounting system allows it to fit on goggles, helmets, sporting equipment, dashboards, and other locations. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 13:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Kingston and Paramount Digital Entertainment Team Up for Movies on Flash Memory

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Kingston and Paramount announced today that the two have teamed up to deliver Paramount movies on Kingston flash memory products. The partnership will deliver full-length movies to consumers as a bundle package sale.

Neither company divulged when the partnership will launch its first products or how the products will be packaged. I bet it will be along the lines of the Godfather flash drives we have seen before with the movie on a drive carrying logos from the film. What movies will be seen first is unknown as well. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

TAG Heuer Unveils MERIDIIST Lamborghini Mobile Phone

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I have seen my share of high-end mobile phones aimed at the rich before. The new TAG Heuer MERIDIIST Automobili Lamborghini mobile phone may be the best looking of them all. The device is housed in black titanium carbide coated 316L stainless steel and takes design cues from the Lamborghini Murcielago LP 640.

The device has a keyboard with the Lamborghini bull and the display is made from 60.5 carats of scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The device promises 7 hours of talk time and 28 days on standby. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 11:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Thrustmaster Ferrari Wireless Gamepad 430 Scuderia Review

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Today I am looking at the new Thrustmaster Ferrari Wireless Gamepad 430 Scuderia. This is a limited edition Ferrari branded product with cues from the exotic automobiles.

The controller is designed to allow for more precise control on driving and racing games, but will work for all genres of games. The device supports both the PC and the PS3. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 09:49:01 CST | by Shane McGlaun

IPEVO P2V USB camera Debuts

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Webcams are a dime a dozen really with most of them having the same design and features. IPEVO has announced a new webcam called the P2V camera that is a bit different. The camera sits on an articulating arm.

The arm looks like it should be attached to a desk lamp rather than a webcam. The arm allows the camera to be adjusted for height and angle so it can get the best picture quality. The camera also has a macro mode allowing it to focus on things as close as 2-inches from the camera. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 05:23:13 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Consumer Reports Ranks Top-Rated Electronics E-Tailers

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Consumer Reports published their annual Electronics issue that features the Top-Rated Electronics E-Tailers and test reports of 400 of the hottest electronics products including netbook computers, flat-screen TVs, Blu-ray players, headphones, digital cameras, and more. This is helpful information to get ready for your holiday shopping.

For the second year in a row e-tailers continue to outscore walk-in retailers according to Consumer Reports' latest survey of electronics stores.

The survey was based on more than 35,000 purchases of electronics including flat-screen TVs made between January 2008 and June 2009.
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Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 01:24:57 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

SST Unveils World's First Low Volt, High Speed Quad IO Flash Memory

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SST has announced the world's first low-voltage, high-speed quad I/O serial flash memory. The memory features an 80MHz operating frequency and a new specialized instruction set. The memory has a 26WF series serial quad IO 4-bit multiplexed IO interface.

The high power and low energy consumption of the new memory makes it ideal for use in portable electronics like Bluetooth headsets, GPS devices, and other portable electronic gear. The memory has sustained burst data rates of up to 320Mbit/sec. Read more

Posted on Mon, 2 Nov 2009 13:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Sprint Launches Samsung Moment

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The Droid launch has been so big and heavily publicized that it's easy to forget there are other Android smartphones out there. Take the Samsung Moment (via Engadget Mobile), It launched yesterday on Sprint's network to very little fanfare. While the Moment may not be the powerhouse that the Droid is, it still has a few cool features you might be interested in.

For one thing, the Moment has a 3.2” AMOLED screen. I'm always in favor of more OLEDs and more Android smartphones, so both in one is just an extra slice of awesome. The Moment also has a solid 256 MB of RAM and an 800 MHz processor, along with a sliding QWERTY keyboard. It costs $179.99 after a $100 mail in rebate.

Posted on Mon, 2 Nov 2009 10:44:04 CST | by Robert Evans

Mosquitoes Augmented Reality Game For iPhone 3GS launched

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I am a sucker for augmented reality apps (AR) and therefore had to try out Mosquitoes right away when developer Makayama pointed me to it.
The iPhone game Mosquitoes lets you shoot animated mosquitoes that are infesting your room. The game uses besides the camera, the compass and accelerometer to realistically let you hunt down the mosquitoes around you.
Try playing this AR Game on a rotating office chair - it works quite well.
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Posted on Mon, 2 Nov 2009 07:43:09 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Creative Throws Their Hat Into The E-Book Ring: Zii MediaBook

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All the tech news sites (including this one) have dedicated an enormous amount of time, effort, and words discussing the Apple iTablet. Despite the fact that such a product may not and may never exist, every rumor and analyst speculation about it has been picked apart and discussed to death. While we were busy geeking out over this mythical gadget, Creative was busy actually building the damn thing.

That's right; Epizenter reports that, at their Annual General Meeting, Creative made a surprise announcement. They unveiled a working prototype of their very first e-reader, tentatively named the Zii MediaBook. This MediaBook isn't your standard black-and-white e-ink reader either. It's got a touchscreen, text-to-speech functionality, and an SD slot. Creative also says it will be 'Internet-enabled', but didn't elaborate if that meant 3G functionality or WiFi (or both).

Posted on Sun, 1 Nov 2009 02:39:25 CST | by Robert Evans

Confirmed: Droid Eris Launches November 6th, $99

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Good news, Android fans and Verizon subscribers, we have confirmation that the new Droid Eris will launch on November 6th. The Eris seems set to be the iPhone 3G to the Droid's 3GS. Despite the fact that it is virtually identical to the $180 HTC Hero, the Eris will cost only $99. Rumors of the release date and price point leaked out earlier this week, but this leaked internal document found by Engadget is the first real proof we have.

The Eris is definitely a step below the Droid, but it does have two awesome features that its big brother lacks. As a Hero clone, the Eris will pack multitouch and the Sense UI. This means that Android 1.6 won't be happening on the Eris, but the wait until 2.0 isn't too far ahead.

Posted on Sun, 1 Nov 2009 01:22:23 CST | by Robert Evans

iPhone Halloween App Gets You A Last Minute Halloween Costume

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Happy Halloween! Oh, you forgot to get a costume? No worries, there is an app for that on your iPhone. The Halloween Costume Generator app for the iPhone generates a virtual costume for you complete with theme song. The Halloween Costume Generator sells for $1.99 on iTunes.

There are tons of other iPhone Halloween apps that will get you into a Halloween party without being all dressed up as an elf or what not. Read more

Posted on Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:27:23 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr