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tiny innodisk 128 gb nano ssd flaunted and tortured at computex

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The word “nano” got thrown around yet again as InnoDisk gave the world a glimpse of the future at the recently concluded Computex exhibit. This time it’s a solid state drive we’re talking about. So is it worthy of being called a nano SSD? See for yourself:

Damn. That’s 128 GB in a box just…

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June 9th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

filed under: computing future tech gadgets technology

k-95: waterproof submarine flash drive goes for a swim

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How many times have you accidentally taken your USB flash drive into the swimming pool, only to find all your data destroyed when you towel off? What’s that you say? None times? That’s alright, we’ve got an invention for you anyway.

Man Works Design’s K-95 waterproof USB flash storage device is a concept design in…

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March 17th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: computing design technology

mini e: your chance to test drive the electric mini cooper

MINI today announced that they’ll be giving up to 500 test drivers the opportunity to test drive the new no-carbon footprint electric MINI E before it’s released.

The diminutive 3-door MINI E is powered by a 100% electric motor (hybrids are for wusses), and still manages to go from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h)…

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October 18th, 2008 comments (5) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: future tech technology

rear view mirror tvs say to hell with other drivers

rear view mirror lcd tv

When you’re driving down the road, why should you have to worry about those pesky cars behind you? Thanks to this alarming new trend on its way over from China, rear view mirrors will soon do away with the irritation of constantly checking for other cars behind your vehicle, and instead let you focus on…

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August 2nd, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gadgets mobile tech video

build an ssd raid array using compact flash memory cards

Compact Flash RAID SSD

Got a couple of spare Compact Flash memory cards lying around? Why not turn them into a high-speed, redundant drive array? With this new drive module, you can create your own solid-stated RAID array in seconds.

Simply plug in up to three Compact Flash cards, and this nifty device will set up a RAID array…

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June 13th, 2008 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: computing hacks + mods

paper gps won’t get you lost (if you write good directions)

Paper GPS Navigation Notepad

Who needs one of those new-fangled e-lec-tronic GPS navigation contraptions, when you can accomplish the same degree of directional guidance with a little old-fashioned paper and ink?

Whether you’re ready to head out on a cross-country road trip, or just around the corner to the grocery, all you need to do is surf over to…

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April 30th, 2008 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gps + navigation just plain fun

usb memory bomb: weapon of mass storage

USB Memory Bomb by Joel Escalona

While it might not be the most convenient USB drive to carry around in your pocket, this bomb-shaped memory device is sure to draw stares sitting on your desk.

Designed by Mexico City industrial designer Joel Escalona, the USB bomb should keep your data safe, since its design is likely to deter to anybody who…

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March 14th, 2008 comments (8) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gadgets just plain fun

wii-mote gets the usb flash drive treatment

WeDisk Wii Flash Drive by SolarMemo

If you’re like me, you’re a big fan of Nintendo’s groundbreaking Wii-mote controller design. Now you can carry your files on a tiny Wii-mote inspired USB storage device.

Created by SolarMemo, the petite Wedisk flash drive looks like a wee Wii-mote, but press the “A” button, and the USB connector pops out of the top…

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February 21st, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gadgets video games

ferrari nano racers: tiny, remote controlled fun

Ferrari Nano Remote Control Racers

Can’t afford to spend your next couple of paychecks on that Italian sports car you’ve been dreaming about? Why not live vicariously through these miniature motorized Ferarris that just hit the streets? These tiny 1/58th scale Ferraris measure just about 3-inches long and fit in the palm of your hand.

These officially-licensed RealDrive Nano mini…

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February 20th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gadgets just plain fun

add blu-ray to your pc for under $200

Sony BDU-X10S Blu-ray BD-ROM PC internal drive

Sony today announced a Blu-ray add-on drive for computers that breaks the $200 price barrier. The new BDU-X10S drive connects to your PC using a Serial ATA connection, adding high-definition movie playback to your desktop or HTPC.

The player includes CyberLink’s PowerDVD BD Edition, providing playback of Blu-ray discs on your computer screen. In addition…

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January 6th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: computing home entertainment video

fortune cookie usb drives save memories (in bed)

Vavolo Fortune Cookie USB Flash Drives

Don’t expect to crack these fortune cookies open to predict your future. Just like the real deal, they don’t taste very good either. But they will store your files and keep them safe.

The latest in the “Freshly Baked” series of USB flash storage devices from Vavolo, the fortune cookies come in both 1GB ($29.99)…

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November 27th, 2007 comments (5) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gadgets just plain fun

remote control cars send passengers flying

Remote Control Stock Cars

What fun are toy cars if you can’t smash them together and cause little car crashes? These new r/c cars encourage reckless driving by sending their occupants into the sky when they hit. No airbags here, just flying little men, spiraling through the air to an untimely demise.

Buttons on the sides of each car…

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November 17th, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: cool toys gadgets just plain fun

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