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Archive for August 2007

August 4, 2007

Onestation Pocket Emulators: Classic Games, With a Catch

Onestation Pocket Emulators: Classic Games, With a Catch
These little mini console systems from China can emulate a variety of classic 8-bit and 16-bit console games. But I’m not really sure you’ll want one after you read this.…

Space Invaders Luggage

Space Invaders Luggage
Fans of the classic arcade shooter Space Invaders can now wear their pride on their shoulder with this travel bag. The Rockza Space Invaders bag is made from black PVC with a long shoulder strap.…

46-Inch 1080p Sceptre HDTV on Sale for $1299

46-Inch 1080p Sceptre HDTV on Sale for $1299
While Sceptre isn’t necessarily as well known as brands like Sony and Samsung, they do actually make pretty decent HDTVs. That said, if you’re looking for an bargain-priced way to break into the high-def big screen world, check out this limited time deal from Costco.…
August 3, 2007

Classic Cars Get USB Treatment

Classic Cars Get USB Treatment
Etsy shop Dummberry is cranking out these fun USB flash memory sticks using little toy cars to hold in the drives. San Diego artist Becky G.…

LED Clock Mocks Nixie

LED Clock Mocks Nixie
This clock looks quite a bit like those retro Nixie tube clocks, but instead of old vacuum tubes, it uses modern LED technology to achieve a similar result.…

Heavenly Sword Release Date Confirmed

Heavenly Sword Release Date Confirmed
For those of us with PlayStation 3 consoles, I’m happy to say that what has all the makings of a potentially good game will be coming out very soon.…

USB Memory Watch Offers Hidden Storage

USB Memory Watch Offers Hidden Storage
This new watch lets you easily store and transport files wherever you go. While it might just look like simple modern men’s watch, it’s got 2GB of flash memory hidden inside.…

Playing Pong on a 500 Square Foot Display

Playing Pong on a 500 Square Foot Display
Some guys from a theatrical lighting supplier decided to crank up their fancy LED light curtain with a little round of Atari’s classic 1970’s arcade game, PONG.…

Slide Adventure for Nintendo Ds Uses Optical Controller

Slide Adventure for Nintendo Ds Uses Optical Controller
The other day I told you about how the Nintendo DS version of Arkanoid would get its own special paddle controller. As it turns out, another new game for the DS comes with a special analog controller too.…

Music Orb: Portable Music Goes Back to Nature

Music Orb: Portable Music Goes Back to Nature
Ok, I’ll say it now. This music player only plays one tune, “Voi Che Sapete,” from Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, but it sure looks cool doing it.…
August 2, 2007

Pioneer 5.1 Home Theater Does Away With Receiver Box

Pioneer 5.1 Home Theater Does Away With Receiver Box
The latest surround sound system from Pioneer gets rid of the typical “receiver/amp” module that most home theater systems require. From what I can tell, they’ve hidden all the amplification and hookups inside of the subwoofer.…

X-Mini Capsule Speaker: Tiny Package, Big Boom

X-Mini Capsule Speaker: Tiny Package, Big Boom
This pocket-sized speaker may look like nothing much, but it has some unique design properties that help it crank out some serious low-end. The XMI X-Mini Capsule Speaker features a special vacuum chamber which opens up like an accordion.…

Crispin Jones’ Tengu: LED Faced Virtual Companion

Crispin Jones’ Tengu: LED Faced Virtual Companion
SolidAlliance, makers of wacky things like USB drives that look like sushi and other edibles, has just revealed their latest creation. The Tengu is an interactive device that displays an animated face using an array of LEDs.…

Photo of the Day: iPhone, Meet Windows

Photo of the Day: iPhone, Meet Windows
Apparently, those iPhone demo kiosks in AT&T stores are wolves in sheep’s clothing… Here’s an interesting thought: When you turn a Windows XP machine on it’s side, does it become an Apple?…
August 1, 2007

Cardboard Boom Box Really Works

Cardboard Boom Box Really Works
This boom box has everything you’d expect in a portable stereo: an amplifier, speakers, even an iPod dock. But this one is made out of cardboard.…

Arkanoid for Nintendo Ds Gets Paddle Controller

Arkanoid for Nintendo Ds Gets Paddle Controller
The classic arcade paddle-ball game Arkanoid is getting updated for the Nintendo DS, and comes with a special bonus. Since the game would be virtually unplayable without the old paddle (potentiometer) control, Taito is including one.…