Scosche Wins CES 2010 Award For tapSTICK iPod Shuffle Case

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The wild popularity of iPods has given birth to an entire industry of specialized carrying cases built around the trendy media players. Today Scosche Industries, makers of the tapSTICK iPod shuffle protective case, announced that they've been designated an honoree for the 2010 CES Innovations Design and Engineering Award. I'm pretty sure this means they make one hell of an iPod shuffle case. Scotsche will be showing their new product off at next years CES show.

They'll be set up in the iLounge Pavilion, which is where all manner of 3rd party Apple peripheral manufacturers will be setting up their wears. The tapSTICK itself is a polycarbonate case which allows users to play, pause, adjust volume, skip tracks, and navigate using the VoiceOver feature. Both this product, and a bevy of other Scosche "made for iPod" and iPhone products will be on display this year.

Posted on Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:54:02 CST | by Robert Evans

Tekken 6 Limited Edition Including Wireless Hori Fight Stick Ships October 27th

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Tekken 6 is going to be released for the Son PS3 and the Xbox 360 on October 27th. To really play Tekken in style you need a Hori Fightstick resembling the arcade controls for Tekken.
The Limited Edition Tekken 6 is containing besides Tekken 6 game also a wireless fight stick crafted by Hori and collectible Art book.
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Posted on Thu, 1 Oct 2009 07:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

The Split Stick: A Double-Sided USB for Your Dual Life

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Here's a cool little invention. The Split Stick is just a 4 GB USB drive that's separated into two 2 GB dividers. By flipping a switch you can select which drive you want to open or save files to. The idea behind it is to use the Split Stick as a divider between personal and work files, or between 'PG' and 'R' files, if you're into that sort of thing.

The Split Stick has an anodized aluminium body covered by a colorful plastic sheath. You can choose between orange, blue, pink, red, black, violet, grey, or green. The Split Stick can be further customized by choosing your own text or icons to differentiate between the two sides. After you order, your choices will be laser etched into the drive. The Split Stick costs $19.99 and is out now.

Posted on Thu, 23 Jul 2009 11:20:00 CDT | by Robert Evans

Cambrionix 49 Port Professional USB-2 Hub for USB Stick Fans

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We got some info about a 49 Port Professional USB-2 Hub from UK based Cambrionix.
This gadget is actually geared towards testing labs. It looks fancy though and sure would impress your cubicle neighbors if you use this USB hub, just because you can. Read more

Posted on Thu, 23 Jul 2009 07:03:42 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Sony 32GB Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX unveiled

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Sony has launched the largest-ever capacity Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX today. The new Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX sports a cool 32GB storage space.
When you already use a HD camcorder you can for instance store a 225 minute long video in full HD mode (1920 x 1080) on a single 32GB Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX.
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Posted on Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:57:25 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Palm Pre Hands On Review says Pre has Plasticky Aura

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The Palm Pre is going to launch on June 6th. Pretty much all aspects of the highly anticipated new smartphone have been published in videos and documents. Boy Genius Report posted today that they have a Palm Pre already in there hands. They made some comments about their first impressions before they will find time to publish a full Palm Pre review.
The published photos of the Pre already showing a device that is not that sexy. BGR adds that there is a real "plasticky aura" about the Pre. Read more

Posted on Thu, 28 May 2009 01:42:13 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus Eee Madness at CeBIT include Stick, Box, Top, NAS and Videophone

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Asus shows how to dilute a sub brand properly at the CeBIT 2009 with lining up all kinds of gadgets under the Eee brand.
Asus unveiled at the CeBIT 2009 already the hot Asus Eee 1008HA netbook, but the company puts also other gear besides netbooks under the Eee brand.
It is still understandable to brand a desktop PC Eee Box and the All-in-One PC Eee Top, but EeeNAS (no space between Eee and NAS!), Eee Videophone and Eee Stick are a bit too much for my taste. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Mar 2009 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Super Bowl 2009 Budweiser Ads stick to Clydesdales

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European brewer InBev bought Anheuser-Bush in 2008. To keep Americans in the impression that nothing has changed and a Budweiser is still as American as a beer can be (By the way Monty Phyton described American Beer already back in 1982 as f%^&ing close to water).

Adage reports that Anheuser-Bush is at least placing three Clydesdales ads during Super Bowl 2009. Read more

Posted on Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

WowWee Cinemin Swivel, Stick and Station unveiled

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As mentioned before in the WowWee CES Unveiled Photo Gallery, WowWee created a new product category dubbed Cinemin. The WowWee Cinemin suite of ultra-portable multimedia micro projectors, powered by the Texas Instruments DLP Technology is comprised of three tiny projection gadgets with the Cinemin Swivel, Cinemin Stick and Cinemin Station.

The Cinemin Swivel pico projector, an affordable lightweight micro projector that is roughly the size of a candy bar and features an impressive 3-hour battery life for movie watching, full volume control, and a unique adjustable 90-degree hinge for ceiling projection. Read more

Posted on Wed, 7 Jan 2009 01:42:13 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sony pre-loads The Da Vinci Code onto MicroVault Click USB Stick

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Sony announces that they will pre-load selected movies and music videos onto their MicroVault Click USB flash drives.
Starting this month Sony offers Click USB sticks with a choice of either “Thriller: 25th Anniversary Edition” – the best-selling album of all time – or the blockbuster movies “The Da Vinci Code” and “Men in Black.”

The pre-loaded “Thriller 25” Click USB flash drive will be available on a 2 GB capacity drive. It contains the complete Sony Music Entertainment re-release of the original 1982 album, plus seven bonus tracks including five new tracks featuring exclusive remixes and collaborations from award-wining artists Akon, Kanye West and will.i.am. Also included are four videos, including the legendary performance of “Billie Jean” from the Motown 25th anniversary special. Read more

Posted on Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Classic Bavarian Zipfel Bobsled has one big Joystick

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Hamacher Schlemmer offers the classic Bavarian Zipfel Bobsled that is very common in Germany.
Invented by Johann Uttenthaler in 1969 the small bobsled is even used in world series competitions these days. Now you can try this cool high speed sled in Lake Tahoe yourself.
You sit with the joystick-like handle between your extended legs. The Bavarian Zipfel bobsled (it is really has that funny name in Germany too: "Zipfelbob") glides in a straight line on downhills, thanks to two molded rails on the underside of its slightly concave, high-density polyethylene frame that also allow you to make slalom-like turns in either groomed snow or fresh powder simply by leaning. Read more

Posted on Sat, 29 Nov 2008 12:58:24 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Genius Announces MetalStrike PC Joystick

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Genius has announced a new line of PC joysticks aimed at the flight simulation fan. The line is called MetalStrike and each of the three models feature a turbo function. The MetalStrike FF and Pro joysticks feature force feedback that causes vibrations when the player bumps, crashes, or shoots something in game.

The sticks have 13 programmable buttons and an 8-way POV hat switch. The sticks have a four-axis design and offer rudder control. Also featured is an air control system to keep hands cool while playing. The MetalStrike 3D retails for $26.99, the MetalStrike Pro with vibration is $39.99 and the MetalStrike FF with force feedback is $69.99. Read more

Posted on Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:47:46 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Why encrypt Data on your USB Stick, if you just can lock it

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Japanese ingenious gadget maker (they brought us the Vacuum Cleaner USB Mouse for instance) offers an old school dial lock to protect your data stored on your USB Stick.
Why hassle with encryption software if you can just lock the cap on the USB port of your stick? The 3 digit dial lock physically protects USB sticks from unauthorized access. Read more

Posted on Sat, 4 Oct 2008 09:20:03 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Pinnacle PCTV Nano Stick for Mac and PC

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Pinnacle has launched its latest PCTV tuner called the PCTV nanoStick. The small USB TV tuner allows Mac and PC users to watch digital TV on their computers. The device allows users to pause, rewind, and record programs.

The nanoStick measures 5.5 x 2.3 x 1.3cm and is digital HDTV ready. Software is included with the tuner called Pinnacle TVCenter Pro for PC and Elgato EyeTV Lite for Mac. A remote is included for changing channels from across the room. Read more

Posted on Thu, 18 Sep 2008 05:44:58 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

New Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX 4GB and 8GB announced

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Sony announced the new Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX aimed at HD cameras.
The new Sony Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX comes with a choice of 4GB and 8GB capacity and a read speed of 20MB/second and 15MB/second write.

When used with the supplied USB adaptor for maximum speed, the PRO-HG Duo HX can shorten data transfer time by one-third compared to a Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2). Read more

Posted on Thu, 4 Sep 2008 03:28:51 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Asus Eee Stick gets official

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Asus showed the Nintendo Wii like motion controllers at the Computex 2008, but released now an official press-release for the Eee Sticks.
The Asus Eee Stick is a plug and play wireless controller for the PC platform that translates your physical hand motions into corresponding movements onscreen.

The Eee Stick consists of an Activation stick, a Navigation stick and a 2.4GHz RF dongle. Both sticks detect 8-way 3D motions.
Even though vibration-capable, both ergonomic sticks consume very little power, providing up to a lengthy three days (72 hours) of continuous play on two AA batteries per stick. Read more

Posted on Wed, 6 Aug 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Super Talent Pico-C 8Gb Micro USB Stick Review

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Madshrimps published a review of the Super Talent Pico-C 8Gb Micro USB Stick.

Quote from the review: "A 6 gram USB drive not much larger than a fingernail, with room for up to 8Gb of data. Read more

Posted on Sat, 5 Jul 2008 15:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Pinnacle HD Stick USB HDTV Tuner

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Pinnacle has announced a new USB HDTV tuner stick for the PC. The device is about the size of a flash drive and is called the Pinnacle PCTV HD Stick and a HD Pro Stick is available as well. Both devices can support HD resolutions up to 1080i and only require connection to a USB port.

The tuners utilize ClearQAM tuners to OTA HD programs. Both sticks are compatible with Windows Vista and XP MCE. The small tuners are ideal for users looking for mobile TV viewing. The HD Pro stick adds the ability to view current analog programs, has a FM tuner and can receive signals from a cable or satellite box and camcorders. The HD Stick sells for $69.99 and the HD Stick Pro sells for $99.99. Read more

Posted on Thu, 26 Jun 2008 13:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

SanDisk Launches Extreme III Memory Stick Pro

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SanDisk announced its latest product aimed at Sony electronics called the SanDisk Extreme III Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo. The MS promises read and write speeds of 30 MB per second and will be available in June.

The new card will come in either 4GB or 8GB capacities and is aimed at Sony DSLR cameras, point-and-shoot cameras and camcorders. In addition to being very fast the cards can also operate in extreme temperatures from -13 to 185 F and ship with software to recover deleted images. Pricing for the cards is $89.99 for the 4GB and $149.99 for the 8GB. Read more

Posted on Fri, 30 May 2008 09:05:36 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick

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Pinnacle Systems, Inc., the consumer division of Avid Technology Inc., announced today the next generation of its Pinnacle PCTV HD Stick, and Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick.

In addition to delivering free digital HD and SD TV over-the-air (ATSC), these new Pinnacle PCTV HD and HD Pro Sticks now support unencrypted digital cable (ClearQAM) channels and include a next-generation tuner/demodulator with more sensitive reception of both analog and digital TV signals and, in the case of the PCTV HD Pro Stick, even FM radio. Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Apr 2008 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Geek out in the Club with the LED Light Show Stick

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This LED Light Show Stick features 32 LEDs and can be programmed via USB. When waved a message can been seen floating in the air.

This effect is nothing new, but still kind of cool. Nokia back in 2004 already introduced the Nokia 3220 phone with LED message effect. Read more

Posted on Tue, 18 Mar 2008 08:58:56 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr