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Having already conquered over 70 countries in its relatively short history, CloudOn decided it was now time to make its handy cloud-based tools available to all Android and iOS users around the globe. Aside from announcing its worldwide invasion, CloudOn’s also outed version 2.5 of its application on Google and Apple’s mobile platforms, bringing with it a slew of new traits into the mix — among these are a FileSpace for “real-time context around any document,” the ability to add single-tap annotations to Word, Excel or PowerPoint files, an all-new ribbon that’s enhanced for tablet use and, naturally, universal language support. It’s worth noting that while all of these novel features will be available on Android / iOS at some point, the former two are currently only compatible with Cupertino’s devices — however, CloudOn has told us the missing goods will be making their way to the other side very soon. We’re not exactly sure when that’s going to be, but if you’re still interested in grabbing the app, you’ll find the necessary download links below.

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Drug addiction is a plague on society, watching someone succumb to an addiction is a horrible thing. Tearing apart families and causing untold amounts of physical and emotional pain. It must take a tremendous amount of emotional strength to fully recover from something like a true addiction. Luckily, I can’t imagine being in a situation like that, but what if someone I loved was? What would I do then?

Well, it seems that behind the scenes, researchers have been working not only on vaccines that may be effective against certain forms of cancer, but they have also been working on vaccines that might be able to cure addiction. One such vaccine, developed to combat cocaine addiction, has been developed by teams led by Ronald Crystal from Weill Cornell Medical College in New York, and could very well be the first of a new line of anti-addiction shots that use proteins of from our immune systems (or antibodies)  that can attach to the dangerous molecules, and mark them for destruction by our white blood cells, blocking the action of the drug before it hits our brains.

These anti-cocaine antibodies stop the drug before it crosses into the brain and researches say that this is important because cocaine’s addictive properties and physiological effects are all created in the brain. If any of these approaches turn out to work in human trials, researchers may be able to develop vaccines against heroin, nicotine and many other addictions. Trials so far have shown success in primates with results lasting for up to four months and human trials for some of these vaccines may begin as early as next year.

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Today is the day that V-MODA reveals their next big hit with the Crossfade M-100 metal, customizable, over-ear headphones to add to their fabulous series of audio products we’ve had a peek at more than once. This new design features a “crowdsourced” set of features made by V-MODA’s “collective brain trust of audiophiles, editors, producers, and DJs”, here bringing together what the company assures is their most powerful set of blasters yet. This release works with what V-MODA says is “the most unique design process” they’ve ever made happen.

The M-100 will be rocking forth with 50mm Dual-Diaphragm Drivers (patent-pending) as well as a completely real sound – no artificial sound processing, that is. You’ve got dual-inputs with the group’s own V-CORK seals (also patent-pending) with a package that includes two kevlar-reinforced cables (not unlike their previous releases). This is included in an exoskeleton case that we’ve also praised in the past, ready to keep your headphones secure and safe when you travel.

“This collaboration is one of the most unique design processes I’ve ever been a part of. Once the word started to spread on M-100, forum discussions exploded with exceptional feedback vital to the development of the product. Our research and development labs consisted not of corporate marketing and finance departments, but rather the most passionate headphone consumers, musicians and DJs across the globe. M-100 is a progeny of audio enthusiasts worldwide – truly built by the people, for the people.” – Val Kolton, Chief Visionary Officer at V-MODA

This release includes a SharePlay extended audio cable as well as a universally compatible SpeakEasy microphone cable that will work with the iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets, and Windows devices of all kinds. The folding mechanism that makes these headphones unique on another level is what they call CLIQFOLD – we’ll see how that works in person soon enough. These headphones also come with a variety of quality assurances.

MIL-STD-810G and V-MODA Quality

• Survives 70+ drops on concrete
• Virtually indestructible SteelFlex Headband
• Minimal sound variances from unit to unit checked along six parts of the sound curve versus 10-30dB+ of inferior products
• Kevlar-reinforced detachable cables and 45-degree plug strain relief can each bend more than 1 million times, over 100x industry standards
• MIL-STD-810G environmental tests including high and low temperatures, humidity, salt spray and UV exposure

You’ll be able to pick up the V-MODA Crossfade M-100 package rather soon for $300 USD in Matte Black Metal, Shadow, or White Silver from retailers nationwide. If you pick up the pre-order set from V-MODA.com for $310, you can get an extra set of personalized shields (the metal bit that sits in the middle outside of the phones) as well as a set of Faders VIP Tuned Earplugs. Grab em all!

Have a peek at our timeline of V-MODA products below in a variety of reviews and let us know if you plan on picking up the M-100 package too!

Baby monitors certainly aren’t a new technology by any means — they’ve been around for years. However, they’re becoming more and more advanced, and are incorporating modern technology to make them easier to use and more convenient. Belkin is taking it a step further by branching out its WeMo line of home automation switches and introducing the WeMo Baby.

The WeMo Baby is nothing more than a very high-tech version of the normal baby monitor that you already know and love. The device has a microphone that transmits audio from your baby’s room to your iOS device. It supports up to six iOS devices simultaneously as long as you’re connected to a WiFi network.

The device comes with an accompanying iOS app for free. The app works over 3G, 4G or WiFi which means that parents can check in on their baby when they’re away from home, although we’re not sure why parents would leave their baby at home. Then again, there’s probably a time and place where the remote ability of the app can come in handy.

Parents can also go for the optional premium service that adds cry notifications through text messages or email, as well as an analysis of your baby’s sleep patterns. The service costs $10 per month, or $60 per year. The Belkin WeMo Baby will cost $90 and is expected to go on sale early next month.

If the cost of materials and labor have deterred you from building your dream home, there might be another option. Your typical house of cards usually stands no larger than a living room coffee table. But with this simple online calculator, you can determine how many decks you’d need to build a home suitable for your family to move into. More »