Samsung Galaxy Nexus Coming in November

Samsung and Google announced their Samsung Galaxy Nexus in Hong Kong. This is the first smartphone with a crisp vibrant high-definition super AMOLED 4.65 inches display (720×1280 resolution). It uses TI OMAP 4460 platform with a 1.2GHz dual-core Cortex A9-based processor and 1GB of RAM, runs at 4G (LTE or HSPA+). This smartphone is equipped with 5MP camera capable of shooting 1080p and 1.3MP camera in front for video chatting. The Android 4.0 or Ice Cream Sandwich it uses brings an entirely new look and feel to Android. Among the features include Face Unlock that enable you to now unlock your phone with your face, a kind of biometric system by scanning your face, you can now easily share contacts, websites, apps, maps, directions and YouTube videos to other people close by simply hold two NFC enabled Android phones close to each other and touch to beam and share. Voice typing enable you to watch text instantly appear as you speak with voice input.

[Via Engadget]

Canon Announced its Newest Pro DSLR, EOS-1D X

Canon has announced its latest Pro DSLR, the full-frame censor Canon EOS-1D X. It is considered as replacement of both the 16.1Mp EOS-1D Mark IV (APS-H or 27.9mm x 18.6mm sized sensor) and 1DS Mark III (21Mp full-frame sensor) in Canon’s lineup. This new DSLR camera which will be available starting March 2012 capable of shooting at up to 14 frames per second (12fps with AF). The camera will be sold in a body-only configuration at an estimated retail price of $6,800. The compact, lightweight WFT-E6A Wireless File Transmitter is also scheduled to be available in March 2012 and have an estimated retail price of $600. Availability for the GP-E1 GPS receiver is expected in April 2012 with an estimated retail price of $300.

Key features of EOS-1D X:

• 18.1 MP full frame CMOS sensor
• Dual “DIGIC 5+” processors capable of delivering approximately 17 times more processing speed than DIGIC 4
• Up to 12fps and 14fps (JPEG only) shooting
• ISO 100-51,200 ISO, expandable to H: ISO 204,800
• 61 point AF system
• 100,000 pixel RGB AE metering with DIGIC 4
• Full HD 1080p EOS movie in selectable frame rates of 24p (23.976), 25p, or 30p (29.97); and 720p HD or SD video recording at either 50p or 60p (59.94)
• 3.2 in (8.11cm) Clear View II 1040K-dot LCD
• Ethernet port
• Shutter durability rated to 400,000 cycles (the new carbon fiber shutter blades are more lightweight and durable)

Bendy Batteries a Step Closer

Korean researchers from the  Advanced Institute of Science and Technology  have found a new solution to bendable energy sources that is not only more powerful than standard lithium-ion batteries, but also potentially cheaper. The researchers developed a graphene-based hybrid electrode and produced a flexible lithium rechargeable battery. The cathode material (V2O5) was grown on a graphene sheet using pulsed laser reposition and the anode was lithium-coated graphene.

This battery actually has promising performance compared to non-flexible batteries - higher energy density, power density and better cycle life. The team now works on extending the performance using solid-state or polymer electrolyte. 

[Via Engadget]

Sneaker Speakers - Arts and Useful Gadgets?

If it is not for the purpose of art I am not sure if it can be considered as useful gadgets because the sounds won't seem to be excellent given that it is made of rubber.

The Sneaker Speakers were made by high-end sneaker customizer Nashmoney for the recent Inspired Ingenuity creative competition for Havana Club.

They’re made from a pair of Nike Air Force 1 sneakers, with a full-range and tweeter loaded into each shoe, along with volume controls, an amplifier and controls built into the right shoe.

I am interested in making a pair of this speaker using a used par of shoes... I hope not patent pending.

[Via Technabob]

Samsung Gem - New Smartphone from Samsung

Samsung Gem

Samsung Gem is a CDMA Android smartphone. The device runs Android Eclairand has 800 MHz processor, 3.2-inch WQVGA touchscreen display and 124 MB of internal memory (with expansion via microSD cards). The Samsung Gem also has GPS, 3.2 megapixel camera, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP, 3G Rev A of 3.1 Mbps, It doesn't seems to have Wi-Fi. It weight 3.85 Ounces. Samsung website says that the price of this phone is competitive.

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New Apple MacBook Pros Come with Intel Sandy Bridge Processors, AMD Graphics, Thunderbolt I/O tech and HD Cameras

Apple upgrade its MacBook Pro family with some new parts: new Intel Sandy Bridge Core i5 and i7 processors, AMD Radeon HD 6000M graphics, FaceTime HD cameras and some super fast Thunderbolt I/O transfer speeds. There are two new 13-inch MacBook Pro, two 15.4-inch MacBook Pro, and one 17-inch model.

Apple to Launch iPad 2 on March 2

Apple iPad

Apple will hold a media event on March 2 to unveil its new tablet, according to a Tuesday report from All Things D. The Wednesday event will likely take place in San Francisco's Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.

The new tablet, which many Apple watchers are calling the iPad 2, has been a hot rumor-mill topic for weeks now. Reports from numerous sources claim the upcoming iPad will be thinner and lighter than the current (and original) model, which began shipping last April.

Mini Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard For iPad, PS3, iPhone 4

When you get bored using virtual keyboard on your iPhone 4, iPad or playstation 3 and want the feel of a real keyboard which is easy to store when not in use, now you can get this mini wireless bluetooth keyboard. You can get it at kookua.com for US$ 22.99.

Samsung Launched Ultra-slim Notebook

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd launched an ultra-slim notebook on Thursday in South Korea, giving competition to Apple with its MacNook Air.

Samsung, emerging as one of the strongest rivals to challenge Apple in the booming smartphone and tablet computer market, is eyeing the notebook market, in which Apple is seeking to replicate the success of the iPhone and iPad with its MacBook series.

iBike Dash CC Wireless Cycling Computer Launched For iPhone & iPod Touch

www.iBikeDash.com, a leading sports technology company and creator of the iBike® line of power meters, announced today the iBike Dash CC (Cycling Computer), a light-weight wireless bicycle computer system that turns any iPhone or iPod touch into your own personal fitness trainer.

iBike Dash CC Features:

• 50 power-based and Heart Rate (HR) zone workouts
• Includes ANT+ speed sensor with optional sensors for cadence and HR
• User customizable touch screens display cycling information in color with unique graphics and animation.
• Features easy-to-read large fonts with back-light display for night-time viewing.
• iPhone's GPS, map, and weather capabilities operate seamlessly with the iDash, greatly enhancing the rider's experience.
• Power-based indoor trainer feature.
• Bike odometer.
• Calendar feature keeps track of weekly cycling stats, including calories, miles and speed
• HR Zone dial presents cycling exertion in an extremely intuitive manner
• Easy-to-follow, on-screen instructions and instructional videos
• "Phone BoothTM" dashboard/case houses circuitry, keeps out water and absorbs shock
• Easy to install, use, and move from bike to bike
• No need for calibration
• Allows seamless hands-free calls using your iPhone and Bluetooth headset with no interruption to ride data collection
• Allows full use of touch screen, even while wearing cycling gloves
• A rechargeable/replaceable spare battery can be housed inside the "Phone Booth" to extend the operating time of your iPhone/iPod touch
• Compatible with all ANT+ speed, cadence and HR sensors

The iBike Dash CC is available immediately for iPhone and iPod touch, priced at $199 MSRP for the basic version and $329 MSRP for the advanced version with additional features (including cadence, HR, calorie measurement, battery and charger) through the Apple Store.
[Source iBikeDash]

A Mini Entertaining Multi-functional Console

After two years of hard work, designer David Gawthorpe from Lower Hopton, West Yorkshire has designed a mini entertaining multi-functional console.

This multi-function console that too out of the front end of a Mini enable you to croon to your favorite tunes, watch film and play Xbox and PS3, this sure will make you experience that adrenaline rush. This console has “Butt Kicker”, a vibration pad in it that will make you jump with every shot in gaming. If you want to have it, the price is about £8,000. I don't know if the designer will sell it though.

[Via AutoMotto]