OCZ Trifecta - The SD, miniSD and USB stick rolled into one
With more devices came the issue of buying more accessories. Like the ridiculous time when even if all your devices use the SD format, because of the size (some have SD slots, others prefer microSD) you still end up buying different cards. Companies like OCZ Technology are working hard to remedy this situation. They have created storage devices such as the OCZ Trifecta (the three in one).
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Unlike most clock who know when to shut up and stay that way, clocky never understood that he is only supposed to make a ruckus and then shut up; he is only a mild interruption in my slumber and not actually manage to wake me up. Unfortunately for me, clocky comes from that rare breed of clocks who think its their *shudder* birth-right to ruin our sleep. Clocky gives me just one chance to get up. If after one snooze attempt, I still havent got up and shut him off completely then this beastly lil clock with some mad scientist equipped with wheels takes off on his own. 
Powering a car with a fuel cell which can continously charge the battery and give us enough range as well as top speed still seems to be some way away, but that hasnt stop the engineers from Boeing who believe that air planes sans fuel must be invented asap. I agree with them on the logic, however I do wonder if 2007 is a bit too early to create planes which could fly on fuel cells. The fuel cell generates electricity to charge the batteries utilising hydrogen and not producing any heat in the process (since there is no combustion). 
The most powerful Mustang has been now revealed. Ford Mustand, the name which is a legend by itself comes with its latest offering. The 2008 version is to give us an estimated 540 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. A six speed manual transmission (Tremec TR6060 ) has been mated with the ending for complete control over the monster. 
This concept car is one of the thirty that Chery plans to have on display at the Shanghai Auto Show in 2007. While the real images of course have not been released, Autoblog China managed to get sketches of this beauty. The stylish three door car will be a wagon type vehicle and the interiors are also going to be in the same modern styling as the exteriors. Technical details shall be revealed along with the car at the aforementioned show. 
The Touareg 2 as this latest model is called, continues to be offered in a choice of 3 engines. However the least that you can opt in for is a 3.2 liter V6 and the highest that can be bought is the 3.6 liter which imparts an additional 40 hp bringing the tally upto 280 hp. Interior changes are slight and the major difference that can be seen is the new grille which has now become a regular on the latest volkswagen offerings. The headlights have got a few more curves in the right places and the tail lamps have been darkened ever so slightly. 
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When you wondered like all others on the debut of the Apple iPhone that why should Apple have to be so measly with details, the least they could have done is included more pictures, provided more details - we silently smiled. Apple did so for a reason, reasons rather such as the Deeda piPhone. Knowing how popular the iPhone is promised to be, these guys and they are not alone, want to make a quick buck. In doing so, they copy the form factor, design , even what little we know of the onboard software of the iPhone to garner profits. The best part is that they actually manage to get away with their mischief. 
A bracelet or a watch, its both the same since watchmakers have used all their creativity since decades to make watches which are more like jewllery to sit fashionably on your womans arms. However its a different ball game when technology comes into play. Using E-Ink is just one of the ways that this is possible but it sure as hell makes for fashionable technology. The high contrast E-ink technology makes for some fabulous viewing of time on the device.
Not a great supporter of these so called backup devices, I got a taste of what the other poor dears were talking about when all I could do to salvage my trustworthy Sony Ericsson P910i was a master reset. Of course things had gotten to the point where salvaging any contacts or those sentimental messages that meant so much to me was a lost cause. The icing on the cake? - the fact that even after the master reset, the handset refuses to work. It means I am stuck with a PDA and will be going in to get myself a new phone.
And so Microsoft has ordained. Just when we got the hang and feel of Windows XP down to a pat, new computers from 2008 onwards will be only available with Windows Vista. This is of course after painstaking research that clearly showed audiences were not yet comfortable with the Vista since it is so different. In fact, only 10% of those polled planned to upgrade. 
With news of Apple readying up with the iPhone ; Nokia et al are also rolling up their sleeves in what promises to be the most brutal fight since cell phones were invented for market shares. The Nokia 8600 or the 8600 Luna as it is also called as shall be a Series 40 handset (not the smartest of the lot, thats for sure) with features such as a 2 megapixel camera, a gigabyte of internal memory and a MP3 player (built-in). However with this handset, Nokia has gone from concetrating on features to simply giving consumers a fashionable handset. 
Putting in road discipline at an early age is one of the ways you would ensure that your young 'un never runs a traffic light. But installing one in your bathroom or bedroom door is taking it a bit too far - exactly the sort of thing that us geeks have been criticised of doing for long. The signalling door handle (which you would find a pain in the butt to install) turns red when the rest room is engaged or the bedroom is (depending on your passion breaks through the day - if you work at home (ok, i am giving away a bit too much about my life now)...
As iPhone nears its release date - yup, Apple just confirmed that they will - truly, madly, deeply - stick to the June release dates , the victim list has begun. This is what we shall call products including handsets that will be victimised due to the iPhone's launch. With the expected sales of the iPhone, it is certain that a lot of other handsets will fall through thus becoming victimised. The tally as of now has begun with Apple's own - The Leopard.
Its not so often that customers get the chance to personalise their handset and its often that I have loved some of Samsungs handsets for example only to give them the go since they were always in clamshell form factor. If only the same piece could have been customised for me in , say candybar or slider form. Dream on, you would say but thats precisely what LG has done.
Getting a decent mouse pad seems to be a mission in itself these days. It began with the advent of the optical mice. They seem to be quite particular about the surfaces on which they wish to rest. Got myself some cheap 'Made In China' thingy that called itself a mousepad from Melbourne simply because it was in one of them souveneir shops. My high n mighty mouse simply wont move the pointer on the screen even if I move it a zillion times on the pad. I am using as of now an old dirty brown sheet that somehow my mouse adores. Well, anything that works! The mouse rug seems like a great fashion funky idea.
Avid readers of Science Fiction scenarios will always remember that its not the bacteria or viruses that lead to the downfall of the human race but its their own 'servants' the robots who become self aware and thus are responsible for slaving their creators. While nothing so frightful has happened - yet, there certainly are a few clues to guide us that this technology crazy world may be heading towards. Take the case of Mr Stein, 55, chief executive of a £500 million Leicestershire-based chilled food manufacturer that employs 5,000 people who suffers from electromagnetic hypersensitivity.
The worlds largest solar power plant, one that will be able to generate 40 megawatts of power at its heyday has been announced. the ambitious project which shall beat the current largest solar farm by more than three times (it lies in Germany) has been announced by Silicon Valley startup 'OptiSolar'. The farm plans to provide electricity for 10 to 15 thousand homes at a time. The solar farm will be enormous, stretching across nearly 365 hectares, the equivalent of 419 Canadian football fields.
Talking of Mouse pads, it got me started to think that if I really was after comfort and not fashion, then I would have to give a second look to the rug based mouse pad. But even the most expensive mousepad in the world is based on fashion as well as comfort. This beauty which costs $500 USD to purchase which was designed using state of the art 3D modelling software.
And whats more, its so simple and effective that the $80 sound like a sweepstakes offering. With Snoring, which we all know by now is unhealthy not just for your relationship but to the snorers health as well ; its the partner who suffers more due to lost sleep. Previous snore stoppers have included wonders like masks and devices that needed to be inserted into the nose and mouth. Irrepsective of whether they worked or not, friends who tried them said they are so good only because they keep you awake all night; its impossible to get a good nights sleep while the damn thing wont let you turn; toss or even sleep comfortably. 
Getting the right accessory with right equipment is such a pain. You need to be sure that this accessory will work with your equipment, if not then you need to return it and re-check whether the fault is with compatibility or there is a driver issue or something. Thats why we loved it when USB cables were invented. The next step is of course to go wireless on a single standard like Bluetooth. These Bluetooth based speakers from Boysstuff may seem expensive at 260 pounds; but stop for a second to think of the benefits offered.
Thats about it. The last sanctuary - the bathroom to which I would go off into wit a good book and a hot relaxing bath has been breached. The idiot box has conquered all. Humanity as we know it will cease to exist. Not that it had much better going for it in any case but oh well. The Envirovision Waterproof Bathroom TV is a HDTV which are available in sizes of 17" and 19". 
The Samsung SGH i400 was announced by Samsung in Spain at the Series 60 summit. The slider based stylish handset will have , obviously, a Series 60 based operating system which will immediately give the user access to thousands of pre-exiting applications. The large 2.3" color display will be a wonder to browse the web on. Other important features are the 2 Megapixel camera, music key and stereo dual speaker. 
Mazda like a host of other auto manufacturers is eager to get an early foothold into the Chinese market. Everyone in the auto industry is giving it all they have got to enter the Chinese and Indian markets considering that those are the markets with the most potential in the near future. The all-new Mazda 2 will be built at the Nanjing plant in China for the Chinese market. Mazda has specifically developed the Mazda2 model that will be produced at the Nanjing plant to suit the tastes of the Chinese market. 
If buying the Prius was according to you, the only way to save the environment then think again, and then again. Or at least read the results that have just been issued by AutoZeitung for the BMW 118d vs Toyota Prius. The results were more surprising than you would otherwise care to imagine. Not only did the Prius offer no clear and distinct advantage except slightly lower emissions but it was outperformed easily by the BMW mixed driving fuel economy thanks to its improved combusiton process and particulate filters. 
The Hello Kitty USB keyboard from Sanrio. Just the thing to complete your Hello Kitty collection. Other than being pink and flaunting a Kitty smile at every avenue, the keyboard also claims to have been designed ergonomically. Special Hot keys to open the browser and write email besides controlling music and videos. The Hello Kitty keyboard promises to work with Windows 98/ XP/ ME/ 2000 and NT. 
Bashing up Microsoft and Sony are favorite past time. Its fine as long as people actually use facts to do the bashing rather then let their person feelings get in the way. The things that you would be reading on the net would almost convince you not to upgrade to Vista , that it has been a flop etc etc. Actually, Vista has worked and it has already beat the records set by XP in sales. 
What happens when you marry off some electronic surround system with a good ol fashioned lazy bag? You get a slouch pod thats what. The Slouchpod just invites you to settle your girth onto it and slouch, crouch (everything except douche) on it while playing games, watching movies. The Slouchpod powers itself with a 12V electric connection which is put to good use by powering up integrated 2×5W speakers and 1×10W subwoofer.
The mouthwatering new Ford Fiesta will arrive in Europe first, much to the chagrin of American car lovers. They will have to wait nearly a year before they will be able to see the Fiesta (based on the Ford Reflex concept) ply their roads. Arriving in America in late 2009, the car — based on the new Mazda2 — will be lighter than the current Fiesta and feature a 1.6-liter powerplant. Ford asks you to expect a car with 'trapezoidal grille, pointy headlamps, and pronounced wheel arches' according to the gurus at 
The famed Ferrari tag will be proudly worn by the K800i which become a part of the special limited edition. As with all things Ferrari, the K800i will get the red and black color makeover and the neighing horse on its back. How do I know that its neighing? Well a horse in that pose for so long is bound to complain. And since horses neigh - well you know now. The features of the handset remain unchanged which include a 3.2 megapixel camera with flash and a dual band GSM reciever with support for UMTS as well.
The iPod is held at the centre of this retro alarm clock - all kinds of iPods can be accomodated by simply adjusting a dial. iPods sitting in the dock get charged while the 'alarm clock' works through the iPod (gets the time from the iPod). The snooze button at the top requires you to have enough discipline to get up once its turned off.
Corvettes have always been my weak point, so it is with an eye that is clearly biased that I look upon these babies. The latest edition of the 'Vette Coupe and Convertible, Chevrolet says, will get a version of GM's 6.2-liter V-8 engine with 430 horsepower and 424 pound-feet of torque.
Seen at the recently concluded Shanghai Auto Show, the Suzuki SX4 was meant primarily for Europe. However the mini SUV made good inroads into the American market and is now being brought to China as well. The entire range of the SX4 will be available in China. The Suzuki SX4 is powered by the same engine as the popular Swift. The diesel version though gets its power from a Fiat sourced engine. The 5 door hatchback style which was initially introduced in 2006 has been complemented to by a sedan version which was displayed in the New York Auto show.
India is poised to get its first F1 racing circuit with the capital - New Delhi to be used as a 'street circuit'. The project is being supported by a host of private investors who are sure that the nation of 1 billion will fall in love with the Grand Prix. The Rajpath area which is known for its wide roads and streets free of hawkers and other menaces which otherwise plague Indian roads is to be used for the circuit. There have been several meetings of the designers and investors with the Chief Minister of Delhi for finalisation.
WALD , the world renowned Japanese designer which redesigns cars, yachts and any vehicle that needs to be 'luxurised' has come out with the new design for the Nissan Z33. The 17 year old Japanese company sure knows its business. Four kits have been introduced for cars. EXECUTIVE for the luxury sedans from all horizons, EXCHANGE dedicated to the older cars looking for some kind of "update", SPRITZER LINE for the compact cars and SPORTS LINE for cars such as the one featured.
Yeah, Lexus; hybrids are the future. Especially for those who do not have budget constraints. When one talks about the LF-A ; then it certainly is true that budget will not be any hindrance. The U.K. Director of Lexus has promised that the LF-A will indeed have a hybrid powertrain since 'It promises to set a fresh standard in the hybrid technology to which Lexus is totally committed and we are very excited about it'.