Canon Unveils Eos Rebel T2i DSLR Camera

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Canon unveiled a new DSLR camera in its Eos Rebel line called the T2i. The camera has an 18MP sensor and is capable of shooting continuous bursts at 3.7 frames per second. The camera is designed as a bridge gap between the entry-level DSLR cameras in the Rebel line and the more expensive prosumer DSLR cameras that Canon offers.

The T2i can shoot full 1080p HD resolution video and has a 7x Movie Crop mode that claims no loss of image quality when the movies are taken in SD quality mode. The ISO range is from 100-6400 and it is expandable to 12,800. Read more

Posted on Tue, 9 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

WikiReader Gets Updates to Touchscreen Keypad and More

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Openmoko has announced the spring update for its interesting WikiReader device. The little gadget is a wireless device that allows you to peruse the three million searchable Wikipedia entries that are in English. The new update's most important feature is probably the improved on-screen keypad that makes finding entries on subjects easier to do.

The keypad now has animated key presses with floating keys sort of like the iPhone. Presumably, that means that when you press a key it gets larger than the others so you can tell at a glance if you hit the right key. The update also adds improvements to navigation. Read more

Posted on Tue, 9 Feb 2010 07:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Microsoft Slashes Zune Prices

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Looking to pick up a personal media player? Have you had your eye on a Zune HD? If so, now might be the right time to do it. As Gearlog reports, Microsoft has cut prices on both models of Zune HD. The 32 GB model will now set you back $269.99, while the 16 GB version costs $199.99. That amounts to a $20 cut for both.

Posted on Sun, 7 Feb 2010 12:44:53 CST | by Robert Evans

JamHub Makes Rehersal A Lot Quieter

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Do you love making music with your friends, but hate being fined by the cops or threatened by shotgun-wielding neighbors for playing too loud at 4 in the morning? If so, the new JamHub by SCV London may be just what the doctor ordered. You and your band-mates just plug your instruments and headphones into the JamHub and, voila, practice without all the noise. The JamHub even allows you to individually mix and control how loud each band member sounds to you.

Posted on Fri, 5 Feb 2010 12:56:55 CST | by Robert Evans

JooJoo (aka CrunchPad) Surprises World, Enters Production

Topic: Hot Gadgets

It looks like the JooJoo might actually launch. Boy Genius reports that the device has entered production and will be shipping this month. A long legal battle between TechCrunch and Fusion Garage is still on the horizon but, for the time being, it looks like the JooJoo could be a reality. If you really want to risk ordering one, I'd suggest doing it after the first customers have received the product.

Fusion Garage also announced the imminent launch of an app store for the JooJoo. Since it looks like this tablet may now become a reality, the iPad may have its first legitimate competitor. The JooJoo is, in terms of hardware, at least the iPad's equal. It packs a 12.1” multitouch capacitive touchscreen, b/g WiFi, a 4 GB SSD, front-facing camera, accelerometer, integrated speakers, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Posted on Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:34:17 CST | by Robert Evans

The iTablet Launches, Packs Windows 7

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Yes, you read that right. X2 has just launched their latest product, the Window's 7-packing iTablet. (PMP Today) You have to give the company credit; that name was a gutsy, if ridiculous move. X2 clearly intends for their product to compete with the iPad. So...can it?

The iTablet runs off of a 1.6 GHz processor and comes in sizes ranging from 10.2” to 12.1”. It uses an HDD, which makes it very thick (35 mm) but gives it 250 GB of storage space. Outside of that we've got 3 USB ports, HDMI out, WiFi, Bluetooth, and a 1.3 MP webcam. The iTablet will also be available running Linux.

Posted on Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:03:17 CST | by Robert Evans

Motom Launching Hot New Windows XP MID

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Chinese-made MIDs are a dime a dozen. Tons of itty-bitty Shanzai manufacturers roll out MIDs and PMPs of varying quality every day. In such a crowded market, it is difficult for any one device to rise above the herd. Motom's new M7 mobile Internet device (Cloned In China) might just be awesome enough to do so.

Posted on Fri, 5 Feb 2010 10:52:37 CST | by Robert Evans

Scosche Introduces Solar Powered Back-Up Battery

Topic: Hot Gadgets

No device is as portable as one that can run on solar power. If you are a world traveler, you need to be able to keep your phone and computer running no matter where you go. Working power outlets will not always be available, but the sun shows up pretty much everywhere. That's why Scosche Industries have just launched a solar-powered back-up battery/charging device.

The solBAT II works with any handheld device that can be charged with a USB cable. It uses a two-light indicator to inform you of when the device is charging and when it is passing stored energy to a device. The solBAT II features a 1500m lithium-ion battery with a 5V output. It has a windshield mount and a carabiner mount, so it will always have the best view of the sun. Fully charged, the solBAT II can charge a "typical" phone up to twice.

Posted on Thu, 4 Feb 2010 09:43:38 CST | by Robert Evans

Inbrics M1 Android MID: Part of an Integrated Life

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Inbrics is a company that understands where the growth of always-connected technology is taking us. Every day, people integrate "smart" devices into their lives a little bit more. We hook up media boxes to our television, we keep a spare computer (or netbook) in the kitchen, and we carry a smartphone on our way to work. Inbrics realizes that these baby steps are just the beginning.

At the Mobile World Congress Inbrics will show off their M1 Android MID. This device has WiFi, 3G or WiMax, an AMOLED touchscreen and a full-sized sliding QWERTY keyboard. It has GPS, Bluetooth, a 3 MP camera on the back and a VGA camera in the front for video conferencing. Add to that 16 GB of internal memory and a microSD slot and you've got pretty much the perfect Android VOIP-phone.

Posted on Thu, 4 Feb 2010 09:31:35 CST | by Robert Evans

Adorable Vinyl Android Toys Launch

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Do you love Android? Do you also love things that are adorably cute? If so, you may need to put a dent in your credit card and buy this whole line of vinyl Android toys. (Gizmodo) These precious little desk decorations come in a wide variety of different 'skins'.

Posted on Wed, 3 Feb 2010 12:12:00 CST | by Robert Evans

The Tomato T99: PMP and Surveillance Camera

Topic: Hot Gadgets

Sometimes a manufacturer will decide to make a hybrid of two wildly different devices that don't really go together at all. Take the Tomato T99. It is a mini-media player, as well as a shadow-controlled surveillance camera. This little gadget sports a 1.3 MP camera that can be used to monitor an area. When it goes a minute without seeing any change in its surroundings, the camera turns off. As soon as it senses movement again, the camera activates.

Posted on Wed, 3 Feb 2010 10:16:49 CST | by Robert Evans