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Young and old alike own bags and backpacks. But inevitably they all begin to look the same. Ever grabbed the wrong bag while leaving a packed conference room? I am certain many of you have made return trips to school to track down a missing backpack of a little one. Now there is a “kool” accessory that will help avoid those mishaps and let you, or the student in your life, express your personality. Let your bag stand out in the crowd with Kool Strapz. These colorful ornaments let you spot your bag from afar and let people know what you are all about. Simply slide your bag straps through the Kool Strapz, available in 5 colors.

Then stock up on your favorite Jibbitz™. What are Jibbitz? Little shoe charms that gained popularity with Crocs. Kool Strapz allow you to attach up to 10 Jibbitz™ per strap to express your personality. There are thousands of Jibbitz™ available including some of the most popular through Kool Strapz. You can stock up at only $14.99 a pair at KoolStrapz.com. Or take advantage of KoolStrapz.com specials that include a pair plus Jibbitz™.  So whether for you or the bag carrying person you love, wrap your straps with Kool Strapz.

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If you’re a fan of all things Android, you might be interested to learn that Google has started selling an official Android Neon Lamp. Pictured above, this neon lamp is in the shape of the Android mascot and will light up neon green when turned on. What better way to show your platform allegiance than with this neon desk lamp, right? If you’re interested in picking one up for yourself, you will be able to grab one for yourself via the Google Store for $36.40. So, any takers?

By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Google Translate for Android brings image translation and other nifty features, Android secret codes revealed,

Just last week, we were talking about how Nokia might reveal Windows Phone 8-powered smartphones at the Nokia World event that is happening next month. That remains a rumor though, but here we are with something that is far more concrete from who else but the big man himself, Nokia Chief Executive Stephen Elop, who actually promised to the masses that the beleaguered Finnish phone company will reveal a new smartphone that runs on the Windows Phone 8 platform – and if that happens in September, then the earlier rumor is definitely right on the money. Certainly, there is a strategic element to an early September rollout of this Windows Phone 8 device from Nokia, as it will be able to hit the market as a pre-emptive strike before Apple makes their move with the rumored new iPhone. (more…)

By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Nokia Windows Phone Event on Sept 5 = Windows Phone 8!, Nokia Suite 3.5 Beta now offers Nokia N9 support,

Apple rested its case in the trial against Samsung this week, and now the South Korean company is doing everything possible to prove its innocence. AllThingsD reports that Samsung attempted to dismiss allegations that its products copied the design of the iPhone, with senior user experience design Jeeyuen Wang testifying that the company didn’t copy any of Apple’s icons. She went on to say that Samsung tested multiple icons, ultimately falling back on familiar pictures such as the traditional telephone because users responded better to them.

Samsung’s lawyers then attempted to demonstrate that the iPhone’s design wasn’t original, showing various pieces of prior art, including several patents and LG’s Prada phone, all of which came before the release of the iPhone. After that, Samsung moved on to the design of the iPad, playing a video to the jury of Roger Fidler, who created several prototypes for tablets. Although they were mockups and not working devices, some features were reminiscent of the iPad, including a large touchscreen, a rectangular shape with rounded corners, and an all black bezel.

The electronics manufacturer then addressed Apple’s design patents, saying that they should be invalidated due to prior art, and that the elements that have been patented covered functions rather than ornamental design. Samsung’s lawyers argued that two iPhone design patents were invalid, saying that a Japanese patent “renders both of these designs obvious.” Samsung looks to be sticking to its original argument that Apple is essentially trying to patent a rectangular display with rounded corners.

Apple’s counterargument to the claims boiled down to the fact that there are alternative designs that Samsung could have used for its phones. Apple cited one of Sony’s tablets, saying that while it has a rectangular display and rounded corners, it doesn’t look like the iPad nor does it infringe on Apple’s design patents. Apple also introduced the design of the Nokia Lumia 800 and GzOne phone from Casio, again suggesting that there were alternative designs that Samsung could have pursued.

Samsung argues that Apple’s designs are “obvious” is written by Ben Kersey & originally posted on SlashGear.
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NuForce has been producing a number of different digital amplifiers and other products for audio fans. The company’s products are aimed at audiophiles who enjoy high-end sound and want the best quality possible. The company has unveiled its latest digital amplifier called the DDA-100 using a Class-D design.

One of the key features of the amplifier is that the design converts the digital audio signal from a computer or other home audio source to analog form at the last stage. That conversion is handled in the PWM amplifier output stage. NuForce says that this design gives the listener the same performance level achieved through much more expensive audio gear.

The DDA-100 doesn’t require the DAC stage that is found in most digital audio products today. Rather than using that DAC stage, the PWM power amplifier stage is modulated by the incoming signal and digital to analog conversion happens at the speaker output. The amplifier is a digital only product.

It’s able to accept four digital sources via a single USB port, one coaxial, and two optical inputs. It also includes a remote control allowing you to change control inputs and adjust the volume from across the room. The DDA-100 is able to drive speakers with 75 W RMS power output and 250 W peak capability per channel. The DDA-100 amp is available globally for $549 right now.

NuForce shows off audiophile grade DDA-100 amp is written by Shane McGlaun & originally posted on SlashGear.
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