Sep 07

Fisker’s shooting brake Surf EV to make waves at Frankfurt

Posted in: electric, electric vehicle, ElectricVehicle, ev, Today's Chili
Frankfurt’s ready to hang ten as teaser images of Fisker Automotive’s new “shooting brake” electric whip dropped in just in time for the city’s automotive show on September 13th. Affectionately nicknamed the Surf, the two-door sedan is the latest incarnation of the Karma, Fisker’s range-extended electric vehicle launched last year. Although the company won’t release any details on the new ride just yet, we’re expecting it to be somewhat similar to the company’s former model, which boasts two 150 kW electric motors, a turbocharged 2.0-liter I-4 and a lithium-ion battery. Joining the ranks of other luxury wagons like the Ferrari FF, the Surf’s blast-from-the-past design is guaranteed to be a gnarly change from the standard four-door luxury variety, and you can bet we’ll be there for the full reveal.

Fisker’s shooting brake Surf EV to make waves at Frankfurt originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Sep 2011 20:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 07

LG’s 55-inch LW9800 3D HDTV earns THX certification, our home theater respect

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Let’s face it. We live in a world chock full of entertainment options. With more means of accessing the visual goods, comes less reason to leave the house. Well, LG’s aiming to make the cinema experience even more passé with its 55-inch Nano Full LED Cinema LW9800 3D HDTV set. Recently shown off at CEDIA 2011, the slim, flat panel is the first passive 3D display to garner THX certification, delivering HD enthusiasts closer to true “movie experiences.” The 480Hz TV utilizes film-pattern retarder tech to optimize 3D image separation, and also includes LG’s Smart TV suite of streaming video services (Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, et al.) and app store. So, if you’re ready to roll your eyes at Lucas’ latest tweaks from the comfort of your couch, get set to fork over $3,800 and join the at-home grousing.

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Sep 07

Delta intros WiFi-enabled regional jets, Christina Ricci absent from flight launch

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You’ve probably flown the friendly skies surfing along intermittent WiFi, but a hopper flight with the same amenities? Not until now. Delta’s continuing its commitment to in-flight WiFi by rolling the service out to its regional jets. Hailing it as a first for its “two-class regional fleet,” the airline plans to add 250 Delta Connection jets to the 560 plus roster of currently internet-enabled planes. The carrier’s inaugural service flight took off from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and treated passengers to free WiFi courtesy of a complimentary 30-day Gogo pass. Now, instead of catching up with those long lost Zzzs and arm wrestling with your aisle frenemy, you can keep up with the Kardashians or relive the Pan Am nostalgia on your cruise through the clouds. Jump past the break to read the company’s celebratory spiel for yourself.

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Delta intros WiFi-enabled regional jets, Christina Ricci absent from flight launch originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Sep 2011 19:16:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 07

Classic Cursor Stylus Takes the Tablet Back in Time

Posted in: accessories, Accessories and Peripherals, ipad, tablet, Tablets and E-Readers, Today's Chili

The BigBig Arrow gives your tablet that retro vibe. Image courtesy of BigBig Cursor.

For those who miss the decades-old aesthetics of that half-arrow, or link-clicking pointer finger, there’s the Big Big Arrow and Big Big Pointer styluses. They, like most models, have a rubber tip designed to point with accuracy, but glide across the glass for drawing and scrolling. Both are magnetic and can adhere to the screen’s rim, Apple Smartcover, or refrigerator.

Steve Jobs has said of his iPad, “If you need a stylus, you’ve already failed,” but there are some major advantages gained by sacrificing the tactility. Besides keeping your tablet free from Cheeto dust, the accessory makes it easier to use drawing software.

The styluses are the brainchild of Mike Mak, a graduate of Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design. Both models are available for $12.99 each.

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Sep 07

Sony announces a 4K projector for the home, prices HMZ-T1 3D head mounted display in the US

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There’s a new king atop Sony’s line of ES projectors: the VPL-VW1000ES. Presented at CEDIA this afternoon, it bypasses all the beamers Sony’s delivered for home use so far — including the recent VPL-HW30AES and VPL-VW95ES models — by featuring a stunning 4K resolution, four times that of standard HD projectors based on an all new SXRD panel. Scheduled to go on sale this December it also claims a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio and 2,000 ANSI lumens of brightness that allows it to project on screens of sizes up to 200-inches. Whether or not you can scrape together the ducats for a 4K projector this Christmas, there are other options for home theater nuts in the form of two new receivers for the ES line that will also be available. The STR-DA5700ES and STR-DA3700ES will ship in November but more than their hardware specs, they feature a new onscreen UI that’s supposed to be easier to use. The only device at the presentation with a pricetag was the HMZ-T1 3D viewer we tried out at IFA last week, which has been announced for the US in November with a price “around” $799. Expect more in person pics in a moment, meanwhile the press releases after the break have all the information currently available.

Update: Now with more pictures. During the presentation Sony showed a 4K clip from its upcoming Spiderman flick on a VPL-VW1000ES that looked every bit as beautiful as you might imagine. Also in the gallery is a shot of the new “activity based UI” for the receivers that looks at least something like the graphical upgrade the XMB has always needed. You’ll also spy one more device, the funky new SA-NS500 Network Speaker. It’s a portable sound blaster with 6 hours of battery life and AirPlay compatibility for $399, shipping in November.

Gallery: Sony CEDIA 2011 presentation

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Sep 07

Blu e-Cigs finally launches new ‘Smart Pack’ for social smoking, tweakable nicotine intake

Posted in: social networking, SocialNetworking, Today's Chili, Wireless

blu Cig’s electric cigarettes are already designed to offer users a “healthier” way to get their daily dose of nicotine without resorting to the classic cancer stick. Now, they’ve launched the long-awaited Smart Pack that alerts you of other users within 50 feet, perhaps for some enlightening small talk without the wrinkle-inducing ash. It also improves battery life and features a “convenient cartomizer” that lets you tweak the level of nicotine and flavor based on how hard you’re fiending. Don’t worry about running out, as the “Smart Pack” will even automatically reorder your smokes when supply dips — how kind. In the future, the company hopes to integrate social networking features so like-minded e-smokers can build relationships out of their habits. But honestly, what’s more addictive — nicotine or Facebook? Check out the PR after the break.

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Sep 07

HTC sues Apple with help from formerly Google-owned patents

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There’s a fresh new twist in the never ending Apple / HTC patent battle. The Taiwanese handset manufacturer is hitting back against Cupertino using newly obtained firepower: nine patents picked up from Google last week. The patents, which began life under Palm, Motorola and Openwave Systems, were transferred to HTC on September 1st. So much for the whole sitting down and not suing thing.

HTC sues Apple with help from formerly Google-owned patents originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 07 Sep 2011 17:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 07

Storage talk: Why SSDs are still so expensive

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CNET editor Dong Ngo shares his take on the pricing of standard solid-state drives.

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Sep 07

Sony rolls out SMP-N200 streaming box

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Today at Cedia, Sony announced the SMP-N200, the successor to its original “net box,” the SMP-N100.

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Sep 07

SFPD Investigating Department’s Role in Missing iPhone 5 Search (Updated)

Posted in: iPhone, Today's Chili, top

According to CNET, the SFPD is now investigating their role in the search for the missing iPhone prototype that occurred in late July. They’re trying to figure out how, exactly, four of their officers got mixed up in all this. More »

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