Gadgets Technologies

Posted Jan 30th 2008 3:01PM by Donald MelansonFiled under: Transportation It’s been awhile since we heard anything about the HumanCar, but it looks like the Flintstones-inspired vehicle is now rapidly becoming a reality, with it finally getting a price, release date and a even slightly sleeker new look. Apparently now more specifically known as the Imagine LMV, the vehicle will appropriately be available this coming Earth Day (April 22nd), when it’ll set you back a hefty $15,000 for the “base” model. For that price you’ll apparently get a top speed of 30 mph from the vehicle’s dual electric motors and, most importantly, “variable human power input,” which should soon make you the most popular member of your car pool group. (Read the full post about ‘HumanCar gets a price, release date, new look’…)

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Light up Poi Join the Poi craze with these awesome night glowing spinners, the Light-Up Poi. You can have this for ?15.99 (Read the full post about ‘Light up Poi’…)

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Posted Jan 30th 2008 1:01PM by Darren MurphFiled under: HDTV, Home Entertainment Just in case you’ve been living under a rock (or mounds of year-end spreadsheets — same difference), we reckoned you should know that you’ve but four days left before Super Bowl XLII kicks off from Arizona. Besides the obvious necessities — an HDTV, lots of seating space, a truckload of junk food and an HD DVR attached to a battery backup system — you may also need to cross a few unnoticed “t”s to ensure the best game day experience possible. Of course, Engadget HD is lookin’ out for you and yours, and we’re here to make sure you aren’t scrambling for an HD signal from your local FOX affiliate three minutes after kickoff. (Read the full post about ‘Engadget HD helps you prep for Super Bowl XLII’…)

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There are some technologies that I like to hold off on buying, no matter how great they seem. Take HD movies for example. Had I purchased one a few months ago, I’d likely be kicking myself, as I would have chosen to side with the HD DVD camp (which lets face it, is a sinking ship).Other times I fear that a technology may never catch on, and thus be useless altogether. This would be one reason why I haven’t jumped on board with Wireless USB (WUSB) just yet. I will admit, they are making it much easier to even get older hardware working with this new standard, which is apparent from the announcement of a CardBus WUSB adapter. (Read the full post about ‘IOGear announces Wireless USB CardBus Adapter’…)

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Posted Jan 30th 2008 12:27PM by Darren MurphFiled under: Cellphones, WirelessYeah, we’re starting to feel slightly bombarded with portable cellular routers, but we can’t help but crack a smile each time one of these wonderful creations rolls into the commercial realm. Today, we’ve got Digi unveiling its new Digi Connect WAN 3G, which is hailed as an upgradeable 3G WWAN router for “primary and backup connectivity to remote sites and devices.” Besides supporting both EV-DO and HSDPA standards, it also aims to provide “a fast and easy Ethernet-to-3G wireless connection” and even includes a built-in VPN. (Read the full post about ‘Digi Connect WAN 3G: yet another portable HSDPA / EV-DO router’…)

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LiveScribe unveiled its innovative new Pulse smartpen last year at the D: All Things Digital show, but never managed to meet its release deadline of the end of 2007. Now, it looks likely the Pulse will get a release in March with two configurations. For those of you who haven’t heard of the Pulse before, it is–in its most basic form–a pen that can record the handwritten notes that you write, kind of like the Fly Fusion. But the Pulse is also a lot more than that, with extra features including: The ability to record audio and match it up to the notes you made. (Read the full post about ‘LiveScribe Pulse smartpen coming in March’…)

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As the latest airline to begin offering free in-flight Wi-Fi, Continental has announced their plans to allow passengers to have limited wireless access. The service will be similar to the Jet Blue service and allow passengers to use e-mail or instant messaging. Sadly web browsing and even downloading attachments will not be allowed. A bit of good news does come with the Continental announcement, after you get board checking your email you will be able to amuse yourself by watching TV. The LiveTV service will offer 36 channels through DirecTV, first class passengers will be able to view for free while the economy-class passengers will have to pay $6. (Read the full post about ‘Continental becomes the latest to roll out in-flight Wi-Fi’…)

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Posted Jan 30th 2008 8:52AM by Ryan BlockFiled under: Cellphones We certainly can’t guarantee that your wait for the US 3G version of the Nokia N95 8GB is nigh, but it did just pass through the FCC, meaning the last major hurdle to selling the things in the US is over. We don’t blame you for gawking, just hang tight until Nokia drops the official word giving you occasion to lose somewhere close to a grand from your already badly abused bank account. (Read the full post about ‘Nokia N95 8GB with US 3G passes FCC’…)

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Posted Jan 30th 2008 6:02AM by Nilay PatelFiled under: Wireless Hey, breaking up is hard to do — which is why we totally understand these reports that Sprint and Clearwire have been back in touch after two companies split back in November. Apparently all that interest in Clearwire from ICO, Amp’d, and DirecTV was enough to get Sprint back to the table, and Reuters is reporting that the new venture could see additional funding from Google and Best Buy to keep costs down. (Read the full post about ‘Sprint and Clearwire talking again, might still go to prom together’…)

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Posted Jan 30th 2008 7:06AM by Darren MurphFiled under: Gaming, Peripherals Oh sure, one could argue (quite successfully, we might add) that Nyko’s Wireless Nunchuck was quite the blessing for those sick and tired of the factory tether, but what about all us chaps and dames who already purchased Nintendo’s version of the Nunchuck? Fret not, Wii faithful, as Nyko is coming to your rescue once more. The aptly-titled Cord-Free Adapter for Wii Nunchuck enables current wired Nunchuck owners to simply holster their peripherals, wind up the cord and enjoy all sorts of wireless freedom. (Read the full post about ‘Nyko reveals cord-free adapter for Wii Nunchuck, retrofitters rejoice’…)

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