Wi-Fi Flip Camcorder Coming 2010

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Cisco owned Pure Digital will launch a Wi-Fi enabled Flip camcorder in 2010.
They should have actually done that this holiday season to kill off the Apple competition early. Now we will see Flip Wifi camcorders and Camera iPod touch devices appear most likely at the same time.
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Posted on Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:25:24 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Wi-Fi Direct Puts Wi-Fi Everywhere

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Currently, Wi-Fi devices have to connect to a home network of some sort before you can get them to communicate with one another. This makes Wi-Fi somewhat less efficient and easy to use than Bluetooth for certain purposes, and means that things like Wi-Fi printers can be a bit of a pain to set up. No more, however. The Wi-Fi Alliance has just announced Wi-Fi Direct.

In short, Wi-Fi Direct allows devices to connect to one another via Wi-Fi without joining any other sort of network. You can just connect your netbook directly to that printer and print. Or send music from your Wi-Fi music player to your Wi-Fi speakers without either of them being on the same network. Wi-Fi Direct doesn't add any functionality, but it does make connecting and organizing your Wi-Fi devices a hell of a lot easier.

Posted on Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:08:44 CDT | by Robert Evans

Logitech Offers Squeezebox Radio Wi-Fi Buyers Early Access to Queen Album

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Logitech has announced a new offer for fans of the rock group Queen. People who buy the new Logitech Squeezebox Radio Wi-Fi network music player can get early access to the new Queen Absolute Greatest Hits album before it hits stores.

The album is set to hit stores in November. Those who listen to the new album early on the Logitech device will also have access to Queen photos and track-by-track audio commentaries recorded by the band. Read more

Posted on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

IFA 2009: Sony BDP-S560 and BDP-S760 Wi-Fi Blu-ray Player

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Sony unveiled at the IFA 2009 two WiFi enabled Blu-ray player with the Sony BDP-S560 and Sony BDP-S760 (photo).
Both the Sony BDP-S560 and BDP-S760 are offering Wireless-N connectivity, freeing you from the need of having an Ethernet port near your TV in the living room.
The new Sony Blu-ray players are also Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) enabled, which means that by pressing a single button on the WPS enabled router a secure connection from your player to the wireless network is established. Read more

Posted on Sat, 5 Sep 2009 04:40:44 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Logitech Squeezebox Touch and Radio Wi-Fi get Official

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We have heard a bit about the new Logitech Squeezebox Touch and Squeezebox Radio Wi-Fi before. Logitech has got official with the two players now. The Squeezebox Touch and Radio are both Wi-Fi music players designed to allow users to play music from subscription services, internet radio, and personal digital files.

The Squeezebox Radio promises easy set up with the user just needing to plug it in and turn it on. The device measures 5.12" x 8.66" x 5.04" and offers a 3/4" HD dome tweeter and a 3" long throw woofer. An optional rechargeable battery pack lets users take the player around the house with them. Read more

Posted on Thu, 3 Sep 2009 06:11:26 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Wi-Fi Phone Shipments Double Every Two Years

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ABI Research has announced that it has found shipments of Wi-Fi enabled phones are doubling every two years. Wi-Fi is an important feature today even in phones that offer 3G connectivity. This is thanks to the fact that many 3G networks are notoriously sketchy when it comes to coverage.

ABI reports that the shipments are expected to double between 2008 and 2010. Forecasts for 2011 expect to see over 300 million Wi-Fi enabled phones ship. One major reason for Wi-Fi capability in mobile devices is that Wi-Fi takes some of the load off the carrier's network. Read more

Posted on Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Toshiba Wi-Fi Photo Frames DMF82XKU and DMF102XKU unveiled

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Toshiba introduced Wireless photo frames today. The three models include two 8-inch frames available in black (DMF82XKU) or white (DMF82XWU) with an acrylic front finish and reflective trim and a black 10-inch frames (DMF102XKU).

Besides showing your own digital photos the new Toshiba Digital Photo Frames also deliver real-time information through its partnership with FrameChannel, such as personalized weather, traffic, and sports scores as well as music and video to any room in the connected home. Read more

Posted on Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:47:28 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sungale ID800WT Wi-Fi Digital Photo Frame Review

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Today I am looking at a new digital photo frame from Sungale called the ID800WT. The frame has a large high-resolution display and can connect to the Internet.

When connected online you can view RSS feeds, Gmail, YouTube and more on the frame. Image quality is very good and the frame is perfect for use in the home or office. Read more

Posted on Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:48:07 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Asus Eee 1008HA Bios Upgrade available to enhance Wi-Fi

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The Asus Eee 1008HA Seashell netbook is still not shipping in the United States, but a new Bios update is already available. Asus posted a brief announcement on their site saying that the 1008HA Bios update is enhancing Wi-Fi performance.
Either the 1008HA ships with a Wi-Fi problem or 802.11n was not supported. Asus is not going into the details on what the upgrade fixes specifically. In either case keep this in mind when you get your 1008HA and upgrade your Bios that you can download here.
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Posted on Sat, 23 May 2009 10:04:07 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sanyo LP-WXU700 802.11n Wi-Fi Projector unveiled

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Sanyo today introduces the industry's first 802.11n Wi-Fi Wide XGA LCD projector, the LP-WXU700.
The projector is able to stream video via its Video Streaming Function across the wireless LAN, allows easier projection utilizing Windows Vista Network Projector Function. With 3,800 lumen brightness the LP-WXU700 can be used for daylight projection.

The Sanyo LP-WXU700 will start being sold in Japan from June 19, 2009, targeting use at offices or schools. Read more

Posted on Tue, 12 May 2009 02:25:04 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Mobile Wi-Fi from Verizon's Wireless MiFi.

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Being caught without Internet access when you really need it sucks. Thankfully, Verizon's got a solution that will stop you from ever being without Internet again, as long as you don't mind paying. The MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot, made by Novatel Wireless, will connect you to the Internet almost anywhere in the country.

In essence, the MiFi is a Wireless WAN card that provides 3G Internet access to up to five Wi-Fi devices. It has integrated CDMA and WiFi antennas, and a four hour rechargeable battery. Plus it is portable; the Mi-Fi weights just over two ounces, and is about the size of a 3.5 card. That definitely qualifies as 'portable'. I'm impressed.

Posted on Fri, 8 May 2009 12:10:00 CDT | by Robert Evans

Alternatives to Wi-Fi Networking in Homes

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In some locations, Wi-Fi isn’t a viable option for connecting devices inside the home. This can be for many reasons from interference caused by too many other wireless networks in the area or from other issues. Poor Wi-Fi connectivity has sent many consumers looking for a better way to get internet connectivity to the myriad of connected devices inside today's homes.

In my previous home, I couldn’t get a decent connection over Wi-Fi to my PS3 or Wii, even when the devices were literally inside the same room as the router. The reason for the problems with connectivity was that there were no less than 15 other wireless networks vying for the same spectrum within a stone's throw of my home. Read more

Posted on Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Unidata Announces Wi-Fi video Conference Phone

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One of the things that I always associated with the future when I was young was video calling. Being able to call someone and see their face as you talk to them was the stuff of science fiction in my youth. Today with services like Skype and almost every webcam available, you can have video calls at will.

A company called Unidata has announced what it claims to be the world's first Wi-Fi Video Conference phone. Scant details were released about the handset, but what we do know is that the phone will use a 2.8-inch touch screen with a resolution of 240 x 320. Read more

Posted on Mon, 9 Mar 2009 09:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

New Apple AirPort Extreme adds Guest networking and simultanous dual-band Wi-Fi

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Apple also updated the Airport Extreme Wifi base station with new features today.
The new Airport Extreme features now simultaneous dual-band Wi-Fi and Guest networking like the new Apple Time Capsule.
The new Apple AirPort Extreme works simultaneously on both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, allowing all the devices on the network to use the most efficient band automatically. And AirPort Extreme uses the latest 802.11n wireless technology so you can enjoy up to five times the performance and up to twice the range of 802.11g wireless networks. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Mar 2009 09:33:37 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Apple Time Capsule features simultaneous dual-band Wi-Fi

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Apple released a new version of its Time Capsule networked backup device. In the new Time Capsule for 2009 you get simultaneous dual-band Wi-Fi and Guest Networking.
Time Capsule works now simultaneously on both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, allowing all the devices on the network to use the most efficient band automatically. Additionally Time Capsule uses the latest 802.11n Wifi standard giving you up to five times the performance and up to twice the range of 802.11g wireless. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Mar 2009 09:27:49 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

New BeBook Wi-fi eBook Reader debuts at CeBIT 2009

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Pushed by the Amazon Kindle 2 release apparently several eBook vendors will use the CeBIT 2009 trade-show this week to unveil new eBook reader gadgets. Dutch company Endless Ideas has announced to show their next generation BeBook eBook reader at the CeBIT 2009.
The new BeBook is supposedly featuring a complete redesign and new features include touchscreen and WiFi.
Endless Design already sells their first generation eBook reader (photo) for about $420 in Europe. Read more

Posted on Sun, 1 Mar 2009 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Genius to Launch Wi-Fi Boombox and Night Vision IP Camera at CES

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Genius has been around a while and the name isn't typically associated with really cool gear. The company has announced that it will be debuting a couple of new gadgets at CES 2009 in the next few weeks.

Among the new wares it will offer are a wireless stereo speaker system and a night vision IP camera. The stereo system uses 2.4GHz technology and has two satellites and a built-in subwoofer. Wireless range is said to be up to 100 feet and a 3.5mm jack is built-in as well. Read more

Posted on Wed, 24 Dec 2008 06:46:45 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Kodak OLED Wi-Fi Photo Frame ships

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The world's first OLED digital photo frame is shipping now from Amazon.com (via Oled-info).
Eastman Kodak has introduced the world’s first consumer-available wireless picture frame featuring Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) technology back in September.
OLED technology generates greater color depth and saturation than other displays, on panels that are substantially thinner, resulting in a sleek, low-profile design.
The Wifi enabled OLED screen has a size of 7.6 inch with 800x480px resolution and a 30,000:1 contrast ratio.
You can store up to 10,000 images on the frame’s 2 GB of built-in internal memory.
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Posted on Mon, 15 Dec 2008 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Virgin America In-Flight Wi-Fi hands-on Test

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Gizmodo's Brian Lam did a hands-on test (photo rather indicates a hands-off test) of the In-Flight Wi-Fi internet service on a Virgin America plane.
The Virgin America Wi-Fi rollout is still in beta, but 2009 several airlines are supposed to offer Wi-fi in planes powered by GoGo.
The bandwith of the Wi-Fi internet service is shared, so if many people watch Youtube videos the download speed drops considerably. Wi-Fi service will not be free. Virgin will charge $9.95 for flights under 3 hours, and $12.95 on flights over 3 hours. Read more

Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 16:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Parrot SPECCHIO mirrored Designer Wi-fi Photo Frame

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Parrot offers a designer photo frame that pairs high tech with a unique look. The Parrot SPECCHIO Photo frame is a mirror and when switched on the digital photos are displayed.
The Parrot SPECCHIO is designed by Martin Szekely.
Besides its unique design the SPECCHIO is feature packed. Parrot SPECCHIO offers Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC capability. You can share and transfer your photos from your PC, Mac, mobile phone, and so on. Furthermore, the SD card slot and USB port make it easy to transfer the photos stored on your PC, USB flash drive or digital camera. Increase the frame's memory by storing your photos on an SD card and maintain the original dimensions of your photos. Read more

Posted on Tue, 18 Nov 2008 06:27:21 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

iRiver Wave Wi-Fi Phone and Media Player announed

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iRiver is launching a touch-screen Wi-Fi VOIP, media and internet device dubbed iRiver Wave in Korea.
The Wi-Fi enabled media player supports voice calls and SMS via Wi-Fi hotspots. A music service called Bugs music lets iRiver Wave users download music directly onto the device.
KT provides the network services for the iRiver Wave, which is comparable to the Nokia Tablets. Read more

Posted on Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr