Cool GTW18 cellphone packs a projector
March 16, 2010
Cellphones with projectors are nothing new, but next again previously released models did not boast a performance as poor as the Cool GTW18 that you see here today. While it comes with a 3.2" touchscreen display at 240 x 400 resolution, the LED mini projector maxes out at 640 x 480 resolution, which is a far cry from the "HD 1080P" label on the device. Talk about clearly misleading whoever picks that up! Ah well, you would best leave a phone to be a phone, while a projector ought to remain at that as well. Other features that are typical of a China-originated handset would be dual SIM slots as well as a pair of microSD memory card slots (!). Battery life gets exhausted after half an hour of video playback using its projector, which ain't so cool after all.
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Target scannable mobile coupon program
March 10, 2010
Target is first off the blocks in the US to offer a scannable mobile coupon program which enables guests to receive exclusive offers straight on their cellphones. All of these coupons are easily redeemed simply by scanning a barcode on the phone at checkout. whether you want to join in on the fun, just opt-in to the program on a computer here, or text COUPONS to 827438 (TARGET). All offers on these coupons are meant for individual use only, and will expire on the period listed. [Press Release]
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Motion sensor within phones lets boss know where you are
March 9, 2010
Unless you're your own boss, you ought to be wary of any new cellphone which the company awards you simply considering of "exceptional performance" at the workplace. Why do we say so? KDDi Japan has come up with a new method of monitoring employee activity - they use details from the acceleration sensor which is already found within selected cellphones. that acceleration sensor is able to detect simple moments such as running and walking, and when combined with an analytical server, it is capable of detecting complex moments. that lets the person in charge to know just what you're doing (more or less) at that point in day. Good thing it still can't detect office gossip, eh?
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Emporia targets elderly with new handsets
March 5, 2010
Emporia of Austria has released new cellphones which target the elderly, making certain that they are simple to use and will not cause any unnecessary confusion. that has resulted in large buttons as well as a must-have - we're talking about big text displays here alongside hearing aid compatibility. The Emporia Solid is more rugged than normal, sporting the ability to shrug off short drops as well as being water- and dirt-resistant. As for the Emporia Elegance, that one is a wee bit more classy with a similar 1.8" OLED display, hearing aid compatibility mode, SMS support, a car charger and belt clip. Expect the Emporia Solid and Elegance to retail for €199 and €129, respectively.
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Samsung SCH-W960 has 3D display
March 5, 2010
Samsung unveiled their range of 3D HDTVs at CES earlier that year, and it looks as though such technology will plus be extended to the world of cellphones in the scheme of the Samsung SCH-W960. Among the features that that comes with are an AMOLED 3D touchscreen display measuring 3.3" across diagonally, DNSe 2.0 capability, DivX support, a 3-megapixel camera with xenon flash and dual DMB capability. Word has it the SCH-W960 plus boasts the ability to convert 2D substance to 3D as well as viewing a 3D TV channel while you're on the go, neat! No view on pricing, but it ought to hit South Korea pretty soon.
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Motorola HS1001 home phone
March 4, 2010
Fast forward a generation or two, and chances are kids will be able to see what a house phone looks like at a museum. Even in that day and age, most homes have already phased out home phones simply considering they are impractical, and the cost of ownership for cellphones have dropped to crazy affordable levels. The Motorola HS1001 home phone aims to buck the trend, being one of the first few Android-powered handsets to hit the home phone market. You won't find Android 2.1 with that though, since it runs only on Android 1.6 while featuring a 2.8" touchscreen display with a virtual keypad and Wi-Fi connectivity. Unfortunately, there is no Marketplace support for the HS1001, but that DECT 6.0 handset does boast a “full spectrum of multimedia applications,” video and features common to top of the line smartphones. You additionally get a built-in speaker in its base station, letting you enjoy tunes played back on it when docked. Expect the Motorola HS1001 to hit the US market sometime in Q3 that year for approximately $150.
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DIY Home Crane Game
February 25, 2010
Remember the crazy amount of quarters that you have spent by the years at the arcades, trying to pick up soft toys and cellphones from a transparent box? Well, you can now do so from the comfort of your own home, with the DIY Home Crane Game. that ought to keep your little ones happy while saving you a whole lot of moeny, as it relies on Arduino controls to keep all the various motors within the system running like a well-oiled machine. Heck, perhaps you can charge your neighbors' kids a dime instead of a quarter?
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