EPOS Digital Pen

EPOS Digital Pen
I am not one for using pen and paper too much any more, but a mixture of pen, paper and an electronics does catch my attention. The EPOS is a pen which is capable of writing on any type of paper and it does not require anything special to work except a USB flash drive to clip on to the top of your notebook. Once connected you can start writing as normal, and the device at the top of the paper records every movement of the pen creating it digitally in its flash memory. Once you have finished writing you can then plug in the flash drive to your laptop or PC and view the text as handwriting. Once on the computer you have the option to use OCR on the text to change it in to editable text or keep it as it is.

Overall it appears to be a great little device which is ideal for those who like the simple use of pen and paper, but do not like the task of typing up notes in to the computer. With this, you get the best of both worlds. To add to the great little idea, the pen and USB drive should cost only $80 later on this year.

As soon as more details come I will be sure to post them hear.

Via: OhGizmo

XBox 360 120GB HDD

XBox 360 HDD
Microsoft have finally launched details on the latest hard drive upgrade for the XBox 360. This has been long awaited due to the smaller drives filling up. The drive will cost $179.99 which seems way over priced for that sized drive. However, Microsoft justified this by saying the official drive had to be chosen and proved and perform at specific speeds all the time as to not interupt game play on the console.

I personally am not convinced at the higher price and feel that MS should open up the firmware to allow for other drives to be connected just as Sony have done with the PS3. No one wants to spend a few hundred on a console and then fork out another couple of hundred to upgrade the drive. Ok, I am sure some will 😉

Via: DailyTech

Fujitsu A4 and A5 FLEPia

Flepia
Fujitsu have created the FLEPia in 2 models. The first is an A4 version which weighs 480g and the second is the smaller A5 size which weighs just 320g. Both of the models are 1.2cm thick. The FLEPia has built in wi-fi allowing you to download content or pictures over a network, and it also has an SD slot allowing for a 4GB card to be inserted to read data from. 6 function buttons can be found on the FLEPia as well as a scroll key allowing for easy access to eBooks. The battery life is one impressive feature of this device which allows it to go for 50 hours on a single charge.

Now the price. The FLEPia will set you back $21137 for the A4 version and $12685 for the A5 version. I assume this is due to the screen technology used which is bendable, although $21k to read on the go???? I will stick to the PPC.

Via: Gadgets 3yen

OCZ 1200MHz PC2-9600 Flex XLC RAM

OCZ 1200MHz RAM
OCZ are in the business to make things fast. The OCZ 1200MHz PC2-9600 Flex XLC RAM is named as the worlds fastest RAM. Thats quite a claim, but one I believe OCZ can live up to. These memory modules feature a hybrid cooling system which melds passive air and liquid injection to keep these things cool. It sounds like a seriously fancy bit of kit and ideal for those who want to overclock their systems.

The RAM comes in 2GB sizes with a lifetime warranty and sell for around $250.

Via: Engadget

Wood Frame HDTV

LG Wood
If you have a spare $10k kicking around and like your TV to be encased in wood like the good old CRT days then LG have the answer for you. The LG HD 60PT1DRA is for you. It is a 60 inch High Definition (1080p) which has a woodern surround come in 2 selections which are walnut or ash. An additional feature is the built in hard drive which can record from the TV or movies so that you can watch 1 channel while recording the other. Recording is also done in HD so you do not loose the effect of the high quality you expect from these types of screen.

Overall I am impressed with the design and look of the screen, but for $10k I would rather spend the money elsewhere and probably make my own wood surround for my screen.

Via: Coolest-Gadgets

Sony Ericsson P700i

P700i
Sony Ericsson create some great looking phones. With the W (Walkman) range of phones coming out quite regularly I had actually forgotton about the P series of phones. I used to own a P900 a few years back and think it’s an excellent device. When I heard of the P700i being spoken of I thought I best take a quick look. Mobilecowboys managed to get some pics of this upcomming phone which as can be seen it features a QWERTY keyboard, although there are 2 letters per key. The screen is a 320 x 240 colour screen and various communications are supported although full specs are still a little unclear. If Sony can get this one released then it will be another Sony Ericsson to watch out for.

Via: UberGizmo

Custom Built Arcade Cabinet

Custom Arcade
Most people like me will take a trip to the arcades while on holiday to catch up on the old games like Double Dragon, Street Fighter and Daytona. Arcade games are cool, but it still sucks having to feed them with money. This guy decided to build his own arcade machine which resembles a Japanese head to head game.

As can be seen it does look quite cool and a good laugh to play. It is tempting to build my own for the basement but I think I will pass and concentrate on my own cinema room 🙂

Via: SlashGear

Archos 704

Archos 704
The Archos 704 is a widescreen multimedia player which has a 7 inch touchscreen display. Built in is an 80GB hard disk drive, 802.11g wi-fi and stereo speakers. The battery provides 5 hours of continuous video playback. Having wifi access allows you to stream video to and from your TV with a DVR station which is an optional extra. The built in Opera browser also allows you to browse the internet via wifi. Overall it looks like a decent package with a decent 7 inch touchscreen display.

GenerationMP3 managed to get their hands on this device and give it a full review at the video below.

Via: TechEBlog

Japanese IR Clock

IR Clock
This Japanese alarm clock is a very simple device which has just 1 advanced feature built in. As well as being a clock, it has an IR sensor which is capable of grabbing up to 5 tunes from a near by mobile phone. This clock is cool and simple and musical.

The item is available at the product page link below but appears to only be available in Japan currently.

Product Page Via: Gizmodo

iPod Shuffle 2G Adapter

Shuffle Adapter
The new ish iPod second gen shuffle unfortunatly has a different connector on the bottom of it which does not allow it to dock in a regular iPod docking station. The Dock Adapter sits in the regular iPod docking station and then allows you to connect your shuffle. It is a simple, but handy device as there are far more regular docking stations around in which your shuffle now becomes compatible with.

The dock adapter will be selling for $19.99 and is available on pre order at the moment via the link below.

Product Page Via: OhGizmo

Olympus SP 550UZ with 18x Optical Zoom

Olympus SP 550UZ
The type of zoom your digital camera can make a huge difference to the type and quality of photos that you take. A lot of digital cameras tend to have 3x – 6x optical zoom and then XX times digital zoom. Having a higher optical zoom capability allows for some seriously cool close up shots of objects even further away. However, when you get in to digital zoom ranges then the image is then being built by the CPU rather then what actually hits the CCD in the back of the camera. Olympus has now created the 18x Optical zoom which it classes as the ultra-zoom range. Combined with digital zoom is allows for up to 100x the zoom rate. It is named the SP-550UZ and can take pictures at high speed at ISO5000. With this cameras lens you can take wide-angle shots with a focal distance of 28mm*1 up to telephoto at 504mm. As well as those ranges, macro photography as close as 1cm can be done. Overall the Olympus SP 550UZ looks like a camera worth looking out for.

With having such powerful zoom features this often brings a shaky effect in to cameras when held due to the slightest movement making the camera jump. This camera has dual shake proof technology which works with a CCD-shift image stabilisation system and a sensitivity of ISO1600 which dramatically reduces the problem. Although it’s best to use a tripod for the ideal shot, the dual shake proof technology can allow the pictures to be clear when a tripod is not an option.

Other features of the camera are high speed continuous shooting which allows for 15 framers per second so that the best shot can be taken. A unique (unique to me) feature is also a pre capture mode with which the camera can store images immediately before the photo is finished being taken.

Via: Photo.Blorge

99p Camera Tripod

Tripod
If you are out looking for a small tripod for your camera to take photos with the timer, or take close up shots on the table then this tripod could be for you. It costs just 99p in the UK and can hold digital cameras and small SLR cameras. The legs are bendable so that you can get the camera to point in exactly the right location.

The tripod weighs 50g and can fit in your shirt pocket. This is ideal for those who want a very cheap solution to taking some types of photographs.

Via: 7DayShop