ViewQuest BookBox - Color eBook Reader

ViewQuest BookBox

ViewQuest BookBox is a device that can read eBook in various format EPUB, PDF, TXT, FB2, PDB and HTML format. The BookBox features also enable you to do bookmarking, flow auto flip, zoom in and out, screen rotation and text back. It also functions as mp3 player and can play videos on its 5-inch (800 x 480) TFT-LCD display. There is everything from an arm 9 + DSP 400MHz CPU driven like on Polk Audio RC85i Speakers. It has 2GB of integrated memory, expandable via an SD memory card. It’s all in a rubberized casing so that it could be a device for the kiddies are shown dressed.

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Haleron 9.7" Multi Touch Tablet - An "iPad" with Windows 7

Haleron 9.7" Multi Touch Tablet

This device really looks like an iPad on the outside. You cannot see the difference unless it is turned on and inside, it is different machine. This is a tablet by Haleron. It will ship to distributors in December 2010. Look at the specifications below:

• Processor: Intel ® Z550 Dual Threading 2GHZ
• Operating System: Windows ® 7 (OS is also optional. Compatibility Windows 7, Linux, Android, Google Chromium OS)
• O / S: Windows 7 Home Premium
• Chipset: Intel ® Intel US15W chipset, support for 2D, 3D, HD (high definition) video acceleration
• Memory: 1GB DDR2
• Cache: 1MB High-speed shared cache
• HDD: SSD16G high-speed hard disk
• Touch screen: capacitive touch screen multi- touch
• Wi-Fi: United States Chip Low-Power WIFI
• CD ROM: External Drive (Optional)
• Display: 9.7 " wide viewing angle IPS Colorful Super thin hard screen, 4:3 ratio, LED backlit screen
• Resolution: 1024 × 768
• Graphics Accelerator: Integrated Intel ® Graphics with 3D Accelerator
• Video Output:VGA / DVI / HDMI high-definition
• Camera: 0.3M pixel high-imaging camera (supports instant messaging video)
• Sound System: Stereo
• Ethernet from the LAN: 10M/1000M adaptive Ethernet card (optional)
• 3G: Built-in (WCDMA, SCDMA, HSPDA) optional
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.0 module
• Standard interface: 4 USB2.0 interface, microphone, stereo headset (3.5mm) jack / audio output
• Power: 36W AC Adapter
• Battery type: Lithium-polymer battery 4500MA
• Size: 242mm x189mm x 14.8mm
• Weight: 708g (including built-in battery, the specific weight configuration according to product shipment date)
• Expansion card: TFT Memory Card
• Features: Screen rotation support for gravity sensing

[Source Haleron]

Palm Mansion, a 5-inch Smartphone

There is news that Palm will introduce a device called Palm Mansion. the rumors say that this device will have a 5-inch touchscreen display and functions as a smartphone. Palm which is now part of HP has two devices in the making and both are set to make an appearance early next year, the Palm Mansion and the PalmPad. In addition to that the Palm Pre 2, which is about to make a debut on Verizon just in time for the holidays.

[Source Phonearena]

BoxWave Keyboard Buddy Turns Your iPhone 4 into the Droid

If you love your iPhone and you also love Droid style phone, BoxWave Keyboard Buddy adds a full physical QWERTY configuration to your iPhone 4.

Keyboard Buddy Case is a protective backing for your Apple iPhone 4 that also includes an integrated slide-out Bluetooth keyboard. It has slots for your camera, volume controls and speaker, the Bluetooth enabled keyboard clips onto your iPhone and can function for around 45 days before it needs a charge.
You can turn it off to save its battery when you're not using it, and when it is dead, you can charge it via USB.

The slider Keyboard Buddy is on pre-sale now, with shipping beginning on 14 December. It costs $69.95.

[Source pocket-lint]

The Second Life Mobile Phone - a Transparent Phone Concept?

The Second Life Mobile Phone Concept works on the premise that we often forget about the battery life of our mobile phones, hence run out of juice, just at the wrong time. As a remedy (rather power-saver-option) the phone incorporates a double display. When in active use the AMOLED screen powers up in all glory and in standby mode the E-ink display gets active. This essentially means that the E-ink uses very little energy and the degree of transparency of the display shows how much battery is remaining. The more transparent the display, the less battery remaining.

So besides ultra-low power consumption, the transparent screen offers an intuitive expression: “You’re low on juice so better recharge the phone soon!” Apparently the E-ink uses power to change the degree of transparency and doesn’t add to the battery load.

[Source Yanko Design]

Satellite TV on any Mac, PC or iPad with Elgato's 'EyeTV Netstream Sat'

Elgato announced its new network tuner for free-to-view satellite TV, 'EyeTV Netstream Sat', which streams the signal, live and in HD, from a satellite dish to any computer in the house. This device connects to your existing satellite feed and sends the TV signal through your router. If you have a Wi-Fi Network, even iPads can access standard definition channels from EyeTV Netstream Sat. This direct connection between the network tuner and an iOS4 device requires iOS 4.2 and the new version of the EyeTV app, (version 1.2, available in the App Store).

This EyeTV app feature also works with the hugely successful DVB-T version of the network tuner, EyeTV Netstream DTT. The device to start shipping on November 22nd for £189.95 (or about $300), while the EyeTV app will set you back an extra £2.99.. A dual-tuner add-on is sold separately.

[Source Aving.net and Engadget]

Sharp LYNX, Another Glasses-Free 3D Android Smartphone

After unveiling the Galapagos glasses-free 3D smartphone for Japanese carrier Softbank, Sharp is back again and this time they bring the LYNX 3D SH-03C. Sharp LYNX 3D SH-03C is available on the Japanese mobile carrier NTT Docomo. This phone has some hardware specifications that will match up pretty well with other mobile phones in the market as it does feature a 1GHz CPU, a 9.6 megapixel digital camera and a digital TV tuner. Of course, the most important feature on this phone is the 3D effects and for this, the phone features a 3.8-inch display screen that offers 3D images without the need of 3D glasses.

[Source Ubergizmo]

LG Apex Has A Slide-Out QWERTY, Runs Android 2.1

LG Apex

LG is launching a new smartphone with slider design. Apex LG will be coming to North America by U.S. Cellular, and brings along its 3.2-inch touchscreen, a full-QWERTY that slides along the side of the unit, with the navigation keys.

Below you can see more details on the specifications:

• Operating System OS Android 2.1
• Display 3.2-inch touchscreen
• Full-sliding QWERTY keyboard
• Integrated 3 megapixel camera
• Wi-Fi connectivity

Unfortunately these are the only publicly available information on Apex LG so far, but the device will be on US Cellular on November 19 for $79.99.

[Source Phonedog]

Psyko 5.1 PC Gaming Headset

The Dawn of Audio is here and Psyko Audio is delivering gamers their new weapon. No one else can give you an audio experience that lets you hear where every sound comes from. They improve your positional awareness and your reaction time for improved game play. There is no DSP (Digital Signal Processing) to alter the sound, and no latency. They put you into the sweet spot. Wake up and play better.

This is a quantum leap in headphone technology. The Psyko 5.1 PC Gaming Headset System creates 3D sound in exactly the same way a room system does – with 5 speakers plus the subwoofer positioned accurately around you. You hear precisely where every sound originates, the way you are supposed to. You get naturally immersive sound with no hassles, no latency, and no limits to where and when you want to play.

4GB High Definition Waterproof Fashion Spy Watch

Maybe the cold war era has ended but the spy game will always exist; state spying, corporate spying, infidelity spying, etc. The new tools for the purpose are available in different forms, one of them is this Spy Watch.

This DVR Spy Watch is a must have for all aspiring secret agents and comes loaded with features. The watch takes synchronous HD video and has 4GB of internal memory provides plenty of space to store all that surveillance. It has a built-in microphone which means that no attachments are needed to captures sound. It also comes with a USB port for easy uploading to a PC or other device. This watch is available at kookua.com for under US$ 38.00.

Specification:

• Memory: 4GB built-in memory
• Synchronous: video/audio
• Typical microphone range: 3m
• File format: AVI, JPEG
• Sensor: CMOS sensor
• Power supply: internal rechargeable Li-ion battery
• Construction: plastic
• Dimension: 20x5mm
• Accessories: USB cable

iPad Handmade Natural Bamboo + Cradle

The pandas now have to compete with gadget lovers to keep they food source save.

Bamboo has become one of the material used to make iPad accessories. The bamboo case for iPad can take care of your beloved iPad by protecting it from scratches, but it will also offer it a different style. Just Elegant, simple and different, this case comes with a nice Bamboo cradle. you can get it here for  ¥9,800.00 (around US$ 118.00).