Military-grade Password Protection

March 20, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Mandylion_Manager
Passwords for most are a serious matter. We all have some kind of password to protect something. With hackers getting more advanced we often find the need to run more complicated passwords and change them each month. With this in mind the Mandylion Manager has been released which promises military-grade password protection. The device costs just $49.99 and can store up to 50 login passwords, combinations, codes and what ever else is needed. The device also has the ability to generate passwords on specific criterea set by systems. The password length can be up to 14 charachters long. Each password is stored in permanent memory that is tamperproof. Should the battery also die then the passwords are still safely stored.

If you manage a number of servers like me, or have a ton of passwords that are just too complicated to remember then this device is for you. The question needs to be asked…. what protects the password from being accessed? There are 5 buttons on the device and a sequence of these buttons needs to be pressed to access your passwords. As long as you remember that 1 sequence of button presses then you are good to go.

Features
* Manages up to 50 login records simultaneously
* Generates cryptographically strong passwords
* Complies with all DoD, Govt. & Industry Password Security Policies
* Multiple tamper-resistant features and lockout alarms
* Manages Root and Group passwords
* Cradle connection via USB
* Kit containing: token, a configuration cradle, Policy Master Configuration Software
* Dimensions: Approx. 2.5″ x 1.5″ x .375″ (65mm x 45mm x 10mm)
* One-year warranty

Buy it now from ThinkGeek

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Philips DCD778 Kitchen System – iPod Compatible

March 20, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Philips DCD778
The Philips DCD778 is a kitchen entertainment system with a built in flip down LCD display. As well as being an entertainment system, it is also a docking station for your iPod. Basically hook up your iPod to the DCD778 and choose what you want to watch. Not only does is it compatible with an iPod, it also works with DVD, VCD, MP3 and CDs. With it being built for the kitchen it also has functions that are useful in a kitchen such as timers and a clock so you can make sure you never burn those Yorkshire Puddings.

It costs $400, has a remote control and will be available next week.

Via: UberGizmo

Filed Under: Cool Gadgets, Displays

Olympus all-weather 780

March 20, 2007 by Leave a Comment

780 Olympus
The Olympus μ780 will be on display at the PIE (Photo Imagine Expo) in Japan tomorrow. The 780 is a weatherproof 7.1 megapixel digital camera with 5x optical zoom and mechanical image stabilizer. This is Olympus’ newest compact digital camera to hit the market and looks like another camera with great potential.

The body of the camera is metal and comes in silver, black or blue. The weatherproofing is made to IEC 529 IPX4 standards which means it can have water splashed from any direction due to rubber seals around doors and a compartment inside which seals off the electronics. This for some is an excellent way of getting pictures you might normally be afraid of taking your shiny new camera in to.

Among the standard features listed above, the camera has other cool features which as optimisation of images with dark, shadowed areas.

For more details and a full breakdown of details about this camera, click here.

Via: Akihabaranews

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Samsung USB Monitors – Syncmaster 940UX

March 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Samsung USB Monitors
The Samsung Syncmaster 940UX is an LCD panel which connects to your PC and gets it’s signal via USB. The monitor does not have any VGA or DVI connectors on it. The 940UX can be used as any regular screen but it does have a catch. It seems like the processing is done by the CPU of the PC and not any dedicated hardware. According to Engadget up to 6 screens can be daisy chained to each other and make use of just 1 USB port on the computer. Unfortunatly doing this does not allow for much video to be processed and a beefy PC is needed.

This is a good step forwards in technology though as many devices these days connect via USB and it makes sense that a screen should also connect via USB. We will need to watch how this all pans out over the next few months and see if performance is reported as an issue, or if additional hardware is best being used to get the quality you really need on the screen.

Via: Fosfor and Engadget

Filed Under: Computer Gadgets, Cool Gadgets, Displays

FlyBook VM – V33i Video Preview

March 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Flybook VM
The video below shows a couple of laptops at CeBIT which caught my attention today. The Flybook VM is a laptop with an interesting screen attached. Instead of having just the regular hinge that allows you to flip it open, it has a second hinge which allows the screen to be taken away from the main hinge bringing it more to eye level and still allowing access to the keyboard below it This brings it more in to line with a regular flat panel in the office. The VM has built in Bluetooth 2.0, Wifi 802.11 a / b / g, an Intel Core Duo low voltage 1.66Ghz processor, 1Gb of DDR2 memory (upgradable to 2Gb), a 12.1 inch wideview LTPS TFT LCD which runs at 1280 x 768 and a 1.8 inch 30Gb drive which is upgradable to 60Gb and 80Gb. These are the basic features of the VM. It also supports fingerprint scanning, higher resolution output on an external monitor, DVD-CD-R, PCI Express and more. Full specs can be found at FlyBook.

The V33i is a table PC with the regular rotating type screen. It has impressive features and is small measuring at 235 x 155 x 31 (mm). Connectivity on this tablet is provided by EDGE / GPRS and GSM as well as Bluetooth 1.2 and Wifi. The processor is a 1.1Ghz Intel Pentium M. Memory is 512Mb DDR1 standard and can be upgraded up to 2Gb. This is DDR1 memory and not DDR2 like the flybook above. The screen is an 8.9 inch wide view LTPS TFT LCD which runs at a resolution of 1024 x 600 and it powered by an ATI Radeon Xpress 200M card with 64Mb memory.

Looking at the specs above and video below it appears that both devices show potential due to a very small form factor VS power.

Via: TechEBlog

Filed Under: Cool Gadgets, Displays, Laptops

Sanyo 42LM4WPR-E Weatherproof TV

March 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Sanyo Weatherproof TV
Sanyo have created a waterproof TV which was on display at CeBIT in Hanover. The TV is 42″ in size and is HD ready. The resolution provided is 1366 x 768. Other then that the TV is fairly regular 🙂 It’s ideal for those who want a TV in the garden or shower I guess.

Via: UberGizmo

Filed Under: Cool Gadgets

EleeNo Kion Elite – Nice Watch

March 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment

EleeNo Kion Elite
EleeNo have created the Kion Elite watch. This is another excellent watch on sale from the famous Tokyo Flash. The watch is 100% custom built out of Stainless Steel and has resin inlays. Time can be calculated looking at where the chevrons point to behind the minute arm. The minute arm then works as any regular watch would.

The wrist strap features an interesting butterfly clasp which connects underneath making the wrist strap look seemless also. The watch is also powered by a battery that will see it run for the next 4 years.
EleeNo Kion Elite Strap
Features
* Time only
* Resin Inlay
* English & Japanese Instructions
* Butterfly Clasp
* Super 2035 movement
* 4 year battery life
* Water Resistant
* Currently only sold at Tokyoflash

Via: TokyoFlash

Filed Under: Cool Gadgets

Bluetooth Pillow Phone

March 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Bluetooth Pillow Phone
I would never have thought up a device like this. The Bluetooth Pillow Phone is a 66cm long pillow with a built in microphone, loudspeaker, lithium ionic battery and LEDs to show the status of the pillow. It is made of Cotton Velvet with a foam inner core.

It’s crazy if you ask me, but I guess perfect for those who first fall in love and spend hours on the phone at night while they fall asleep. It’s too bad that it’s just concept though 🙂

Via: Coolest-Gadgets

Filed Under: Cell Phones, Concept Gadgets, Cool Gadgets

Samsung Q1 Ultra

March 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Samsung Q1 Ultra
The Q1 Ultra from Samsung is an updated version of the older Samsung Q1. New features from the old non ultra to the new ultra are integrated thumb buttons, smaller form factor and it weighs less. Resolution is 1024 x 600 pixels and it has a 60Gb disk. Connectivity is provided by Wifi, Bluetooth and HSDPA. The OS running this device is Windows Vista Premium.

Via: Engadget

Filed Under: Cell Phones, Cool Gadgets

SnoopStick

March 18, 2007 by 1 Comment

SnoopStick
The SnoopStick is a way to keep track of computer usage. It seems like it is designed for those who want to keep track of their children or spouses computer habits. It is capable of holding 12 months worth of logs and has the ability to log users off, disable access to the internet.

You do not need to leave the device in the PC to use this software. All you need to do is get around 60 seconds access to the computer and you quickly install some software which comes on the memory stick. The monitoring components are supposedly hidden so that no one knows they are there. To get the information you need to just connect it to any USB port on any computer attached to the internet and it then downloads the latest logs. You do not even have to tell it what to do. Just plug it in, wait and remove it.

I personally think it’s a waste of time and if you feel you need a SnoopStick then maybe it’s time to move the computer in to a more busy room in the house 🙂

Via: GearDiary

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Filed Under: Computer Gadgets, Cool Gadgets

Vulcania Watch

March 18, 2007 by Leave a Comment

Vulcania Watch
I have always been a fan of a good watch, my current being one from TokyoFlash who most of you are probably aware of. However, I came across the Vulcania Watch from HD3 which is another amazing looking watch. It used to be in concept but eventually became a real device. As can be seen in the pictures, the watch works in a deeply set 3D display. The watch can be seen through it’s front and back sapphire glass panels. As can be seen, this is one seriously cool watch. To add to it’s looks, the watch is made of titanium and platinum. Unfortunately only 11 of these watches will be made. If you are lucky to get your hands on one then let us know 🙂
Vulcania Watch Dial

Via: Watchismo

Filed Under: Concept Gadgets, Cool Gadgets

SONY PlayStation 3 – For Medical Research

March 17, 2007 by Leave a Comment

PS3 Medical Research
If your parents ever have a reason not to allow you to buy a Sony Playstation 3 then dont worry 🙂 We now have a new reason, thanks to MegaTechNews for finding it, so you can persuade your parents. There are a number of diseases around which still need to be solved, but the computing power needed is quite high. This is where your PS3 comes in, when it is not in use then the power of the PS3 can be used to help solve questions such as how proteins in the body are formed incorrectly.

Sony worked with Stanford University’s Folding@home project to harness the PS3’s technology to help study how proteins are formed in the human body and how they sometimes form incorrectly.

Improperly formed proteins are linked to a number of diseases, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, cystic fibrosis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gherig’s disease, and bovine spongiform encephalopathy, better known as mad-cow disease.

Full Article at CNN

Filed Under: Cool Gadgets