Category: Gadgets
Hauppage launch WinTV HVR-3000 triple tuner hybrid TV card
TV tuner cards for PCs and Macs are becoming quite popular now, and the latest trend seems to be to pack extra tuners onto the cards yet keep the price the same. Here I am feeling jealous – with…
All I want for Christmas is… a Slade-singing toy dog?
Don't pretend you aren't in agreement. Okay, so singing Christmas gadgets don't have an illustrious history, consisting mostly of dreadful cards, scary leg-wobbling Santa robots, and Bigmouth Billy Bass. But this dog's different. My Nan bought him for a fiver…
Füri Tech Edge Pro Knife Sharpening System
Whether you're a recent convert to Iron Chef or just want to slice up your morning oatmeal into a charming floral pattern, you know sharp knives are a) imperative and b) easy to screw up. Enter the Füri Tech…
iHome IH19 portable iPod stereo sports case
SDI Technologies have unveiled their iHome iH19 portable water-resistant stereo sports case that can be used to protect and play your iPod on the move. The iH19 is a compact and sturdy sound system specially designed for portability. The…
Saitek show off iPhonic pocket speakers
The iPhonic A-100 is a mini stereo (twin neodymium) speaker with an unusual and unique shape that is supposed to minimise distortion whilst maximising bass output, yet is small enough to fit into your pocket….
PC Guardian issue 3 pack of laptop security locks
We've featured PC Guardian equipment before, and now Avanquest are offering their PC Guardian 3 lock package, promising to provide total 'on-the-go' security for your laptop PC. Each of the three locks – designed for home, car boot, and office/hotel…
Nimzy Vibro Max – turn any flat surface into a speaker
New to the UK is the Nimzy Vibro Max, an interesting little gadget that turns any flat surface into a speaker. No bigger than a Rubik's Cube, just sit the Vibro Max on a flat, solid surface – the patented…
Book MARK Light made from FOLEDs
The concept behind MARK is pretty simple (though it seems to still be in the concept stage): a strip of FOLEDs in plastic, thin enough that you can use it to backlight the text and read without disturbing anybody…
Cereal Bowl Light with genuine Froot Loops
Despite the creator not embracing the icky-but-true spelling of Froot Loops, the Cereal Bowl Light is one of the odder and more entertaining uses of sensor tech I've seen lately. They are made with REAL Fruit Loops so they…
Lindy introduce MiniCam Pro webcam with built-in lighting and audio
Lindy have introduced their USB MiniCam Pro webcam featuring built-in infra-red and while LEDs to illuminate the subject in dark conditions, an optional desk stand, and flexible neck design. The Lindy USB MiniCam Pro has a high sensitivity 350k pixel…