All of us have had at some point somewhat of a “spy” bone, either after watching some James Bond movie or reading some interesting book. For this reason, from the same series that includes weird digital cameras, awkward devices and freaky gizmos, the guys from Hammacher Schlemmer are selling the Digital Video Rocket to the ones that always appreciate a good old spying activity.
This baby can actually fly to an unbelievable height of 300 feet, while carefully recording the landscape at a 640 x 480 pixel resolution, just like the black box does should a plane go down. Unfortunately, there is nothing unbelievable regarding the lenght of the footage it provides, as it can record only 12 seconds of video content, and can only store 3 still images per each flight (stores up to 15 photos in total).
All you have to do to get the best result is to point it in the right direction. The secret inside the Digital Video Rocket is a built-in sharp and mostly impact resistant camera, which will be able to take quite a fair amount of shocks (even repeated shocks, for that matter).
In order to assure its functionality, the Rocket uses Estes C6-5 engines, which can be easily found in certain hobby stores. The Digital Rocket kit includes a launch pad, special camera software and two sets of L1154 button-cell batteries for the system. To ensure your camera doesn’t get smashed upon “re-entry”, the manufactures have used injection molded plastic.
And if you’re still wondering about the price tag, you should know it’s a convenient one around 60 bucks.
Digital Spy Video Rocket
"Peep hole reverser"-Tactical Door-Viewer
The peep hole represents one of the most useful products ever developed, and most of us probably agree with this idea. But it's usefulness can be manifested in ways you might have not imagined up until now, at least if device called “Peep hole reverser"-Tactical Door-Viewer.
Developed with the help of the law enforcement industry, the device can be placed on the most types of peep holes in order to assess the activity behind the closed door. This is possible due to the fact that the Peep hole reverser"-Tactical Door-Viewer includes a very innovative optical system, that reverses the optical effect generated by the peep hole.
The device is recommended especially for the police forces, because it can prove to be quite useful in their missions, especially those with a high degree of risk.
Made of high quality lightweight materials, the housing is a strong, lightweight composite with an all-weather coating. The lenses are high-quality precision ground glass custom designed for Tactical Door-Viewer peephole reverser
The device sells for around 88 US dollars, which is not exactly a small sum, but it's actually quite worth it, given the fact that this very small product could actually prove to be extremely beneficial for certain categories of users.
Personal Cell Phone Signal Blocker Device
Although cell phones are probably the most useful communications devices ever developed (until now, that is), they do tend to get a little bit on a person's nerves, especially when they are outfitted with some very obnoxious ringtones. And that's exactly the reason why the people over at DealExtreme have come up with the Personal Cell Phone Signal Blocker Device back in August 2007, as this rather unusual product can block the cell phone signal on a 0.5 – 12 meter area around it.
According to the vendors, the jammer uses super-high frequency and mini power interference technology in order to block the GSM signals by interrupting the downlink connections without affecting in any way the handhelds.
It would seem that this device is quite effective, since it can block CDMA/GSM 869-960 Mhz networks, 2110-2170 Mhz 3G networks and 1805-1920 MHz DCS/PHS networks. The “circle of no-communication” created around the device has a variable radius, depending on the type of carrier network and other factors, but, nevertheless, it extends to a minimum radius of around 0.5 meters.
Moreover, the device is not dangerous for the human body (maximum level of emitted EM radiation is less than -10dBm), and requires relatively little power in order to operate, since a full-charge of the built-in 1500mAh battery lasts for up to 3 - 4 hours of continuous use. It's encased in a solid, shockproof metal casing and it's also extremely portable, as it measures around 4.09 inches x 1.85 inches x 0.71 inches (10.4 cm x 4.7 cm x 1.80 cm), at a weight of around 6 ounces (170 grams).
The device presented by DealExtreme retails for around 50 US dollars, which is a rather fair price to pay for such a device, despite the fact that this thing is of Chinese origins, so its efficiency is not exactly guaranteed.
Black and White Recon DVR Camera in a Decorative Clock
This StealthCam was carefully hidden behind a contemporary clock facade, but still manages to use the latest stealth recording technology in a single surveillance device. Actually, the developers of the product presented by BrickHouse Security have eliminated the requirements of additional recording equipment.
The surveillance kit includes a motion detection sensor, as well as time and date stamp for a precise analysis of the content. And speaking about the content, it's important to note that the StealthCam records video at 30fps, in MPEG-4 format and even sports various recording modes, as for example Manual / Motion Activation/ External Input Signal. Unfortunately, though, the video resolution is far from fantastic, namely somewhere under 320x240 pixels.
Another very interesting thing worth mentioning about this particular covert recording system is that it doesn't require any additional equipment. The StealthCam uses an SD card as a recording media, which makes it extremely easy for the users to playback the recorded video (at 1x, 2x, 4x speeds) on just about any computer equipped with a memory card reader. However, the device also sports a full-screen television output, for those situations where a more “in-depth” analysis of the video feed is required.
And if you were wondering just how much video this thing can record, you should know that, when using an 4 GB SD card (the maximum capacity supported), the device can record up to 7 hours of video feed, which is just about enough for any surveillance operation.
Sporting a reasonable size of 8.75 x 7.4 x 3.5 inches, the cam can be placed on any table without offering any clue about it's real functionality. So, from now on you can finally breath easily when hiring a nanny for your toddler, especially since this thing can be purchased for just around 450 bucks a pop.
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380TLV Water Proof Surveillance Camera
Waterproof surveillance cameras have become a must for those people who want to permanently keep an eye out on their entire property, not only their homes. And that's exactly the type of product you'll read about, namely the Water-Tight 380TVL Color Bullet Camera from Impact a device that is safe for both indoor an outdoor use and also very easy to hook up and control.
his weather-proof color bullet camera has a built-in 3.6mm lens and a quarter-inch CCD Sony processor that provides 380 TV lines of resolution. Its digital signal processor system chip-set allows for image control, and the Water-Tight 380TVL Color Bullet Camera can be mounted on your wall or ceiling with the included mounting bracket.
The device offers its users a maximum resolution of 510 x 492 pixels (NTSC) or 500 x 582 pixels (PAL) and also features an automatic electronic shutter (NTSC: 1/60s~1/100,000s, PAL: 1/50s~1/110,000s). Moreover, the camera sports an auto gain control system, supports color temperatures ranging between 2500K~9500K, has a 0.45 gamma level, as well as a S/N ratio above 48 dB.
Furthermore, the device comes equipped with a f 3.6mm / F2.0 lens (optional: f 6.0 / 8.0 / 12mm), sports an internal, negative sync synchronous system and has been fitted with just a BCN connector for hooking it up to a surveillance system.
The device sells for around 120 US dollars, which is a relatively OK price to pay for this thing, although the fact that it doesn't support night recording might change some user's minds regarding its actual level of utility.
Light Bulb Hidden Camera With Night Vision
Do you want to check on somebody's movements (read spy) and you need a video camera that's very well disguised? Well, even if the above mentioned activity is not at all encouraged, one of the best solutions to achieve the above requirements is the Light Bulb Hidden Camera With Night Vision presented by the people from Spyville.
Thus, this very special camera sport some pretty interesting features, among which some of the most important are the facts that it can be installed (and powered) exactly like a normal light bulb, directly from the lighting system, as well as the fact that it is quite weatherproof, thus being quite fit to be used on the outside.
The surveillance camera disguised as a light bulb comes with a built-in CCD black and white sensor, as well as with its own digital signal processor, which means that users will be able to view the capture images directly on their TVs, at very good quality and without any interventions from a computer. Furthermore, it's important to mention that the device offers a rather OK field of view (80 degrees) and that, unfortunately, it only works in th NTSC system.
The camera also allows users to enjoy infrared-enhanced night vision, as it comes packed with no less than 6 IR LEDs. Additionally, for easier operation, it features an IRFS power line carrier transmission system (no additional wires or antennas required).
The Light Bulb Hidden Camera With Night Vision from Spyville sells online for an estimate 170 US dollars, which is not that bad a price for a device that will allow users to setup their own covert surveillance operations.
SmartHome Portable Lie Detector
Lie detectors are some of the most interesting (and useful) devices ever developed, although the results generated by these devices are very often quite controversial. So, such a device, which has also been made quite portable, could be used for in countless situations, from interviews with possible future employees, to testing your spouse.
Two of the most popular stress-detection techniques (the Psychological Stress Evaluator (PSE) and the Voice Stress Analyzer (VSA)) have been considered in the design of this device, as it is a well-known fact that lying is generally associated with an increased level of stress. It is also quite user-friendly, because all the user has to do is turn it on, the readings being then displayed by an LED band so that the results can be measured and analyzed through a bar graph comparator.
The built-in "result indicator" provides an instant display of truthfulness. In addition to the continuous measurement of a person's speech pattern, the Truth Detector analyzes its own data to give you cumulative results.
According to the manufacturers' statements, the company Laguna, testing can be done from conversations on the radio, television, and even tape recordings. But there's no such device that can be considered completely flawless, and the manufacturers admit this situation. Moreover, they even recommend the use of the device in an area where no background noise is present, as it can affect the readings' accuracy.
Baseball Cap Camera with Digital VCR/Monitor
A private investigator's line of work is not exactly the easiest one, and that's why quite a few people are really capable of carrying it out successfully. As we know, private investigators always have some pretty nifty gadgets at hand (some of them worthy of a James Bond flick), and a very interesting device from this family is the one you're going to read about as follows, namely the Baseball Cap Camera with Digital VCR/Monitor presented by Spycatcher of Knightsbridge.
Although the device looks exactly like a normal clothing accessory, this little hat includes a CCTV camera and a microphone, capable of broadcasting a continuous audio/video stream towards an external surveillance monitor that also comes with a recording system (SD cards only), so that the possible “amateur” or professional detectives will be able to obtain some hard evidence regarding their targets.
Since this surveillance system comprises two different devices, we'll tackle each of them as follows. Thus, the camera module has been fitted with a 0.25-inch interline CCD sensor, capable of attaining a maximum recording resolution of around 768x492 pixels (NTSC)/768x582 pixels (PAL). The camera's minimum illumination is of 0.2 Lux of F1.2 and it has been equipped with an electronic shutter 1/60 (1/50) – 1/120,000, as well as with an microphone, featuring a sensitivity level of around 59dB +/- 3dB. Additionally, the device also sports a 4.3-mm lens and an 80% viewing angle.
On the other hand, the recorder features a 2.4-inch TFT LCD display, which supports both NTSC/PAL inputs, as well as Auto/Manual/ Motion detection/Scheduled video recording modes. And since we're on the subject of video recording, it's also important to mention the fact that the device can record video clips at a 720 x 480 pixels resolution and at up to 30 FPS. The recorder automatically adds a time stamp to the video feed, and users can also transfer the recoded video clips to a computer via an USB 2.0 interface, in a fast and quite easy manner.
Pretty much as expected, such a specialized device does come at a price to match, since the Baseball Cap Camera with Digital VCR/Monitor sells for an estimate price of around 1,300 US dollars, a lot more than junior detectives or wannabes will ever be able to afford.
Spy Video Car
Remember all those movies featuring spy kids or simply way-too-curious toddlers who snooped around by using a remote controlled car with a video camera mounted onto it? And remember how you wished you had one of your own (at least yours-truly did)? Well, even if we're all grown up now, that fascination is still resident somewhere deep inside, and that's why the gadget I'll present today is the Spy Video Car brought by WildPlanet. This real spy toy is quite unique, featuring not only a completely wireless control and viewing system, but also an infrared camera, which allows it to be used even in the darkest nights. Moreover, in order to assure the complete “secrecy” of what is being filmed, the control system sports a single LCD lens attached to the user's headset, thus assuring the unique and single access to the video feed broadcast by the car's camera. The Spy Video Car has a range of up to 23 meters, so it can be used for spying from a safe distance, and works with 12 AA batteries (quite a lot, but after all, the power requirements are high). The toy will be available in the holiday season for around 140 dollars, and could represent a very interesting gift for any kid (but not only), although special care is required, as the Spy Video Car could also be used for some pretty nasty purposes.
Sunglasses Camera with Personal Digital Video Recorder
The most important thing about any covert surveillance system is for it to be so well-disguised, so inconspicuous, that nobody will actually be able to tell the difference between it and the object it's masquerading as. And a very good example of such a device is represented by the Sunglasses Camera with Personal Digital Video Recorder, presented by the people over at Spycatcher of Knightsbridge in the second half of 2007, a device that hides a very complex video recording system under the apparently innocent looks of a pair of sunglasses.
Thus, the Sunglasses Camera with Personal Digital Video Recorder is a wired, yet very discreet surveillance system that allows the users to film just about everything they're looking at. The device incorporates a a built-in colour monitor and speaker (for the other members of the surveillance team), 32MB of internal memory (expandable via the device's built-in SD/MMC card slot) and can even time and date stamp all the available video recordings, something that can prove to be extremely useful during any investigative action.
The camera works in both NTSC/PAL systems and has been fitted with a 0.25-inch (0.65 cm) CCD image sensor, which helps the device attain a 350-line maximum resolution, with 510 x 492 pixels in NTSC and 500 x 582 in PAL.
The device has also been fitted with an electronic shutter (1/50 – 1/100000), as well as a very effective built-in lens (3.1mm/F3.4 (3T), 3.9mm/F3.9 (4T)). The portable surveillance system provides a minimum S/N ratio of around 48 dB, and requires a level of illumination of at least 0.5 Lux/F 1.4 in order to work properly.
The Sunglasses Camera with Personal Digital Video Recorder retails for around 1800 US dollars, which is quite a hefty sum, but it's completely worth it, taking into consideration just how useful this thing can prove to be in quite a lot of situations.
Remote-Controlled Omnidirectional Submarines
Remote controlled toys (cars, planes, boats etc.) have always represented a major attraction for kids, but also for quite a high number of adults. This is the reason why the people from Hammacher Schlemmer have come up in May 2007 with a little device called the Remote-Controlled Omnidirectional Submarine, a toy that will take the passion for RC toys below the water.
Thus, these gadgets sport a dual propeller propulsion system that allow omnidirectional movement underwater, whether it’s in a bathtub, a swimming pool or a shallow pond. According to the manufacturers, these submarines dive and surface much in the same way as a real-life naval submarine, and the three high-powered motors ensure rapid movement forward, backward, left, right, and while performing 360 progressive rolls.
Visibility is always a problem underwater, so these submarines have also been fitted with LED headlights which allow the user to immediately spot their position. Moreover, each of these devices is controlled via an unique radio frequency, so multiple users can congregate and organize races with multiple submarines.
The remote-controlled omnidirectional submarines are powered by built-in rechargeable batteries, but the provided battery life is not exactly fantastic, as three minutes of charging will provide a functioning life of just around three minute. Moreover, the users will also have to get 6 AA batteries, 3 for the charging base and 3 for the remote control unit.
The submarines are not exactly large, measuring 3.81 cm x 5.71 cm x 9.52 cm at a weight of around 63.78 grams. However, they’re not suitable to be used in the open sea, since they can go only 0.91 meters feet below the water level.
The Remote-Controlled Omnidirectional Submarines from Hammacher Schlemmer are available for around 70 US dollars, well within the price range of other remote controlled toys, and they might prove to be quite a good choice for those users who want to have some fun around the pool.
Minihorn - The Blowing-Powered Horn
Have you ever woken up in the morning with a strange desire to do something nasty to the other people sleeping in your house, like for example, scare the bejesus out of them by blowing a loud horn in their room? Well, as nasty as this idea might be, it seems that some people (namely, the ADM Group) have decided to capitalize on it, and launched a little blowing device called the Minihorn, which, according to its manufacturers, is powerful enough to be heard across a packed stadium, without seriously upsetting your neighbors (although this seems a bit unlikely). The Minihorn creates this very loud sound by employing the user's own “lung-power”, since the sound is generated by blowing into a small hole which can be found on the side of the device. Thus, the users actually save money, as we all know that air horns are actually pretty costly, and the effect is quite the same, if not better. Moreover, this device has got to be one of the smallest available on the market, measuring just around 8 cm in height, but packs quite a “loud” punch, being able to generate a sound with an intensity of up to 120 DB. The Minihorn's design is as simple, as it is effective. The device consists of 2 main pieces, namely a cylinder and a closing ring, with a rubber membrane (actually, an ordinary balloon) placed between the cylinder and the ring. Whenever the user blows in the Minihorn, pressured air will flow between a ridge and the balloon, thus generating the powerful sound mentioned above. Another very interesting thing about the Minihorn is that is can be completely customized, thus being a very interesting promotional solution for various companies involved in sports, which represents the perfect playground for this device.
iCush Gaming Chair
We've shown you some special chairs, aimed exactly at the gaming activities, which offer some very appealing characteristics to the hardcore gamers, the most important of them being the built-in speaker system which gets the user “immersed” in the gaming universe. And that's exactly the type of device you're about to see as follows, namely the iCush from Homedics.
Like other gaming accessories from the same category, iCush is connected to the system's sound card and includes speakers that can be synchronized to it, so that the result is a true “environment” of sound that surrounds the user, making them feel like a part of the world depicted on the screen.
And as if all these things weren't enough, the chair also includes a massage function, which allows the user to enjoy a relaxing massage while headshooting enemies in a FPS or taking part in a raid in World of Warcraft.
Although it may seem complicated to use this item, judging after its futuristic look at least, all you have to do is plug and play it. Just plug your iPod or MP3 Player right into the iCush. Or use the included adapter to connect directly to your TV, XBOX, PlayStation or other gaming console. iCush puts you right in the middle of the action.
Your games will come to life as dual, adjustable aluminum cone speakers surround you with sound. Use iCush with your TV and watching sports and movies will never be the same. iCush loves music, too. Pop...Rock...Hip-Hop..., just turn it on and get ready for an entirely new listening experience.
You'll feel every explosion, experience every tackle, and sense every beat of your favorite tunes. Simply push the Audio Sync button on the wired remote and vibes pulse to the sounds. iCush features 3 preset programs: all motors, up and down or random so you can choose how the vibes move. And you can link Audio Sync to the programs for an even wilder ride.
iCush is fully portable and features a built-in carry handle and storage pouches. You can easily take it to a friend's house and share the experience. It will cost you $100, or only $40 if you are lucky to still get it on sale.
Fanatec RennSport Cockpit
Although it's no match for the likes of Logitech or Thrustmaster as far as its popularity and media visibility are concerned, the German-based Fanatec company has managed to come up with a couple of very attractive gaming peripherals, which will most certainly improve the “feeling” during intense gameplay sessions. This is also the case with the RennSport Cockpit, launched back in October 2008, a device which will help users get in their racing games like never before.
Featuring a Race Car seat design (as used in the GTR series), the Fanatec RennSport Cockpit has been built in an aluminum roll cage design that provides stability needed during intense races. Plus, since the company also produces other gaming accessories as well, the RennSport cockpit is fully compatible with all Fanatec Porsche wheels.
The gaming peripheral has been equipped with an extra wide seat, designed to provide more comfort while driving. The seat features a white fiberglass bucket (black carbon fiber optional), and can be adjusted on vertical and horizontal directions, as well as at certain specific angles. Also on the subject of adjustments, it's interesting to mention that this thing's pedals can be adjusted on horizontal direction, while the wheel's height and angle can be changed in order to better suite the user's needs.
The system also sports an integrated shifter attachment on the right side (left side optional). Actually, the RennSport Cockpit supports the addition of all sorts of interesting extras, such as a sliding drawer for wireless keyboard directly under the racing wheel, a monitor bracket for up to three 24-inch monitors for full surround video and a monitor bracket for a single monitor up to 37-inch diagonal. Plus, also as an option, the system can be prepared to “receive” a 5.1 sound system.
You can purchase the RennSport Cockpit from Fanatec for around 1,000 Euro, which is, indeed, quite a high price point, but worth every penny, given the enhanced gaming experience it can provide.
Radio Flyer Sport Coupe
Over the years, the people over at Hammacher Schlemmer have come up with a huge number of products, targeting both grown-ups and children. And the device we'll talk about as follows, namely the Radio Flyer Sport Coupe, presented since the second half of 2007, targets especially the second category (although the first one's got something to do with it too).
This classically styled car created by Radio Flyer, which is one of the most important manufacturers of toy wagons and ride-on vehicles since 1917, has electronic lights and sounds, a door that opens, and a horn that honks, which makes it even more lifelike. Furthermore, the car even comes equipped with a clicking key, a spinning steering wheel, and a twist-off gas cap (although, quite obviously, no refills are possible).
While sitting in the drivers seat, children can propel the coupe by foot or, when they get tired, they can support their feet on a stow-away footrest that lets parents push without interference from dragging toes. Moreover, the telescoping handle at the back lowers, so that children can push their coupes themselves.
The Radio Flyer Sport Coupe works with three AA batteries, and is suitable for children ages 1 to 3, measuring just around 31 x 17 x 21.5 inches (78.74 cm x 43.18 cm x 54.61 cm), at a weight of around 12.5 pounds (5.66 kilos).
Furthermore, in order to re-assure the parents that their children will be perfectly safe while using this toy car, the manufacturer has confirmed that this item meets all U.S. Federal toy safety standards, including safety standards for lead.
The Radio Flyer Sport Coupe retails for just around 130 US dollars, which, after all, is a pretty small price to pay for making one's children happy, not to mention getting them used to the idea of driving from such an early age.
Discovery Star Theater V3 Projector
Stars and celestial bodies are quite fascinating, especially for children, who tend to see them in a relatively different manner than grown-ups, adding a little bit of fantasy to their existence. And this is the reason why the people over at the Discovery Channel shop came up with the Star Theater V3, back in the second half of 2007, a device that can project the whole night sky onto the ceiling of just about any room.
According to the vendor, the device is actually capable of transforming any room into a 360-degree planetarium, since it projects hundreds of realistic stars and constellations on the walls and ceiling. Furthermore, the Star Theater V3 provides quite a high level of realism, since the star projection is accurate to season, month, day and hour.
The projector also includes a built-in liquid-filled compass and glow light feature, and is capable of accurately positioning most of the celestial bodies in the sky. Furthermore, the device is accompanied by a bonus DVD, namely the Universe 2001: Beyond the Millennium - Stars, which provides users with extra information regarding the celestial bodies.
The Star Theater V3 requires three AA batteries and three AAA batteries in order to work, and will occupy relatively little space around the user's home, since it measures just around 22.86 cm x 11.43 cm x 12.06 cm (9 x 4.5 x 4.75 inches), at a weight of just around 181.43 grams, although it comprises an entire galaxy, at least virtually.
The Star Theater V3 from Discovery Channel retails for around 25 US dollars, which is quite a small price to pay for such an item, considering just how educational it can prove to be, especially for those kids with a certain passion for the stars.
20Q Mind Reading Ball
No, the study of telepathy hasn't advanced so much that it permits the designing of thought-capturing machines. 20Q, as the little technological toy you can see in the picture is called, works on a much simpler principle. The machine asks you 20 questions (hence its name), to which the user might answer by pressing the “Yes”, “No” or “Sometimes” button.
Quite surprisingly, the 20 questions will be enough for 20Q to provide a relatively exact answer to the question asked by the user in their mind. In case the 20 questions are not enough, the machine will ask 5 more, before admitting defeat, which is quite difficult to attain, at least according to its manufacturers.
20Q, although it might look like a scam at first sight, is quite real. And if the thing you've thought about is very clear, and you show a little bit of flexibility in interpreting the machine's answer, you'll be amazed of just how close its answer is to the right one.
It's only a toy, but it might trick you into believing that higher forces themselves have created it and sent it to people to entertain them. The 20Q can be a great way to have slightly mean fun, convincing the more naïve that you can actually read their minds and the powers that reside in the magic ball can help you do whatever you want, even turn them into a frog, if they happen to upset you. Well, let's just say that, if you do that, and a part of your friends bow when they see you, the prank has worked...
However, it's not indicated to behave that way, as the purpose of the 20Q ball is pure entertainment, for everyone that uses it. You can get it for 10 pounds, and then convince yourself of its powers.
Sony PLAYSTATION Eye
Since the online features of Sony's PLAYSTATION 3 gaming console have been seriously improved since the console's launch, the number of devices capable of taking full advantage of the respective features has also increased. And that's exactly the type of product we'll talk about as follows, namely the PLAYSTATION Eye, a rather interesting accessory (in fact, a modified webcam), which allows users to communicate with up to 6 other users at a time.
It's pretty obvious that most people will use this device at night or in a less-than-brightly lit environment, and for this reason, the PLAYSTATION Eye has been specially engineered in order to work quite well even in low-light conditions. Furthermore, the device can output quite a high-quality video stream, since it captures clips at no less than 120 frames per second.
Since audio is equally important (and sometimes, even more important) than video, the device from Sony also packs a built-in 4 microphone array, which helps it generate clear audio. Furthermore, this high-quality video array allows the device to reduce background noise and focus on the spoken word for smoother, more accurate speech recognition and transfer.
It's also important to mention that the accessory is accompanied by the EyeCreate, the first video editing software for the PLAYSTATION 3. Using EyeCreate and the PLAYSTATION Eye camera, one can capture video, audio and image files, which can then be edited into a movie. Furthermore, users can always employ one of the numerous special effects available, such as Color Filters, Distortions, Art Filters and Motion Trails, and can even take advantage of such advanced features such as Time Lapse and Stop Motion.
The PLAYSTATION Eye can be purchased for around 30 – 35 US dollars from various online retailers, which makes it one of the PLAYSTATION must-have accessories, especially if you're the type of person who spends lots of time chatting with friend on the PLAYSTATION Network.
Cool Panasonic Vortex Shaver with Nanotech Blades
When it comes to personal hygiene and grooming, women are no longer the only gender to develop intensive preoccupations in this sense. It seems like it's the age of men's beauty and care, and the gadgets available on the market stand for that. One of the best examples in this way is the Panasonic Vortex shaver with Nanotech blades, in wood and gold accents, sporting wet/dry technology, HydraClean system, Pivot Action Selector and Turbo Cleaning Mode.
Panasonic seems determined to break the rules of shaving, that is why it wasn't enough just to use very sharp blades in their shavers, they had to add Nano Technology, to make them even more precise and accurate. Unlike the conventional shavers, which offer a range of 45 to 90 degree-blades, this Vortex shaver comes with the sharpest blade angle at 30 degrees.
Also, it features an adjustable pivoting head, for a more comfortable shave. It actually moves in any direction, following the contour of the user's face and you can even adjust the amount of pivot based on your preference with the Pivot Action Selector.
Vortex's linear motor offers a frictionless, clean shave. At 13,000 RPMs, it's one of the fastest razors on the market and powers effortlessly through even the thickest beards for less pulling and irritation while shaving. Not only does this shaver perform well, it is also a work of art, its ergonomic design being highlighted by the wood and gold colored accents, while the chrome colored cleaning/charging base is elegant enough to be left out on the vanity.
The Vortex is fully immersible in water for a great shave in or out the shower. You can shave wet with lather or dry for a quick trim and when you are done shaving, all you have to do is rinse it clean under water and then click the Vortex into the HydraClean dock. This intelligent cleaning system includes automatic charge, clean and dry functions, which can be used together or independently. This clever shaver retails for approximately $300.
EroGear Wearable Display Jacket
Indifferent of the field of activity every person performs into, it's obvious to everybody that clothes are not only clothing items anymore, but they, most of the time, double as high-end technology displayers, with functional and/or entertaining purposes. Interactivity is the keyword when it comes to technology encapsulated into fashion.
EroGear is one of the companies that have plunged into this field, offering their wearable display integrated in any jacket of your choice. Here are some of the impressive features EroGear is offering in their tailor made display jackets: a software package that takes still images and exports them into a proprietary format for use with EroGear displays. Video content is uploaded by first exporting a video file then running it through the software.
Three ways are on offer to create the display content. The first is inputing the text directly on the display controller for a scrolling ’stock-ticker’ like text animation. Secondly, you can pre-render text or graphic using video rendering programs Apple’s Motion 3 or Adobe After Effects. Thirdly, EroGear is working on a library of video content to be available for download like ring-tones for cell phones or CD-cover artwork in iTunes.
Other available options for a tailor made display jacket: DMX support for synchronization of multiple displays, the addition of an SD card for additional content storage and Audio reactivity which can trigger animations or text by audio signals. To complete the list of options, there is a control button on the display controller allowing the brightness adjustment of the display to make sure you are always the brightest spot in the universe.
All this is an amazing step towards wearable displays which transform our jackets into living, transformable clothing allowing a high degree of self-expression and customization.
Featuring a powerful, energy efficient 8-bit processor, EroGear displays 256 levels of grayscale full motion video at 30 frames per second. Erogear's system runs off of a small and lightweight, rechargeable NiMH battery pack. You can power the wearable display for up to 3 hours with this simple battery. The built-in software can be updated via it's built in USB port. This makes it extremely field serviceable and easy to troubleshoot. It also means that new features can be added via
No Touch Alarm Card - pickpocket alarm
The No Touch Alarm Card is also known as the “pickpocket alarm”, meaning that this promotional credit card-type personal safety alert device will stop ill-minded thieves from getting away with your money or documents.
With its built-in sensor which reacts to light, the No Touch Alarm Card protects valuables from loss or theft. Thanks to this sensor, and to a highly sensitive micro speaker, this safety alert device sounds an alarm when exposed to even a small amount of light. The issue here is that the alarm will go off even if you take it out of your wallet, so be careful where you do that, in order to avoid embarrassing situations.
When placed in a pocket or a bag with valuables, such as a wallet or a passport, the No Touch Alarm Card makes no sound at all. However, when exposed to light, the alarm instantaneously goes off. This item might be the perfect safety alarm for those who have encountered such situations several times, and are not willing to go through the same thing again.
The main components of the No Touch Alarm Card, including the sensitivity control switch of the sensor and the battery, are replaceable. This product is very easy to use, not to mention convenient to carry, since it is almost the same size as a credit card, so you won't have to make any extra efforts, in order to feel safe.
This device doesn't affect any magnetic sensitive items, such as credit cards, because it uses a micro speaker which emits no magnetic field for generating the sound.
Remote Control Golf Ball
Enough with losing at golf! It’s time to teach a lesson to your golf partner, and the best way to do that is by using one of the most advanced practical jokes available, the Remote Control Golf Ball. The little gadget, especially conceived to perfectly resemble a genuine golf ball, can be remotely controlled by means of a discrete remote control.
Technically you purchase a radio controlled ball and a miniature joystick-equipped remote control which allows you to choose the trajectory the ball will follow after it has been hit by the golfer.
The ball can be controlled on three different selectable frequencies, thus, with a single remote control the naughty golfer is able to control not only one but actually three balls at a time within 100 feet range. In order to be capable of making “zig zag” moves, the ball is powered by a 1.2V NiMH rechargeable battery which provides enough energy for up to four hours on a single charge. The remote control, at its turn, requires one 9V battery to run, while the recharger runs on two AA batteries.
In a nutshell, this set guarantees the fact that you can finally beat any golfer bragging about their superiority on the golf course and you can have a lot of fun while doing so too, but with one condition though, they must have a good sense of humor or else they might take it too seriously and have reactions which might lead to a fight.
For about 40 US dollars you can buy a set of two balls and two remote controls that will make your day wonderful while teasing one of your more skilled golf partners.
All-Weather All-Environment Inka Pen
If you've always dreamed of being able to take notes while being underwater or while freezing your behind off in the winter cold, then prepare to witness your dreams come true and check this out!
Since there are only a few (if any) writing devices that work in such extreme conditions, the Inka pen, manufactured by Inka Corporation, should definitely be the leader on the market, as it is able to write in the harshest of conditions, ranging from the scorching desert environment, to very low temperatures and even under water.
If you're wondering how this is possible, you should know that the secret lies in the very special manufacturing technology of this writing tool. First of all, the pen is fabricated from high-strength aerospace-grade materials, the stainless steel barrel being hardened, CNC machined, centerless ground then laser engraved.
Moreover, it features a pressurized ink cartridge, that allows the pen to work in just about any environment, at any temperature, altitude and angle of writing, but also underwater. Some other advantages worth mentioning are the very simple refill system as well as the built-in Delrin PDA tip, which could prove to be very useful whenever the normal styluses don't work.
The Inka pen measures 12.7 cm in length (when open), has a diameter of 0.95 cm, weighs 17 grams and works in the temperature range between -34 C degrees and 148 C degrees. Surprisingly, despite the almost sci-fi technology used to build the highly versatile Inka pen, it's actually quite cheap, being priced at just around 25 US dollars, quite a low sum, considering just how practical this pen is.
And if you want to take the dream further, you should know that there is also available a certain special type of paper, made to be used under water. What do you say?
