Jul 17

Superstar Popcorn Maker

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Summer is here (at least for us folks living in the northern hemisphere, that is), and that can only mean one thing. A nice and long summer break is in store, and for all the kids may care, work is something that adults will have to handle, but kids – summer is their time of fun, pure and unadulterated. Not only that, summer is when plenty of fantastic movies are released on the silver screen, vying for your hard earned money while having merchandise tie-ins with fast food joints and toy stores to have kids pester their parents all the way. What good is a movie if you are unable to munch on some popcorn while you are at it, right? If you have a great home theater set up in your abode, then the £16.99 Superstar Popcorn Maker would be the ideal addition to the kitchen, too.

The Superstar Popcorn Maker is easily capable of popping a dozen cups of popcorn, taking a far less amount of time to do so compared to your average ad break. It has even been described to be the “easiest way to make popcorn in the universe”, being a mess- and hassle-free way of feeding a hungry army of kids who seemingly love popcorn naturally. All you need to do is add the kernels into the bowl, place this bad boy in the microwave, throw in some seasoning and you’re good to go. Since no oil is used, the corn would be fat-free and healthy.
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Jul 17

Panasonic announces SC-NT10 portable wireless speaker

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When it comes to portable wireless speakers, these are dime a dozen, and with so many models in the market to choose from, which is the main factor that helps you decide? Some folks look at features, others take price into consideration at the top of their list, while there is still yet another group who refers to the brand name before they pry open their wallets. If Panasonic is your cup of tea, then you would do well to check out their latest release, which happens to be the SC-NT10 portable wireless speaker system.

The Panasonic SC-NT10 is, of course, one portable wireless speaker system that offers a whole lot more than one would expect from its looks. This portable wireless speaker system comes with Bluetooth connectivity to hook up with other devices that also “talk” via Bluetooth, and not only that, it has Quad Proof “tough” performance, making it the ideal speaker system for outdoor use, with its innards crammed into a compact size, allowing it to be one extremely portable speaker system. I guess you can more or less call this the modern day boombox of sorts, albeit it is a whole lot more portable, shuns them pesky cables that seem to get all tangled up after a while, and certainly it does not need any “D” batteries to run.

The quartet of “tough” performance traits that the Panasonic SC-NT10 is all about allows it to be used in just about any outdoor setting. The device itself is said to be splash-proof, which means you are able to use it near water areas such as the pool or beach, and since it is also dust-proof, it is well suited for areas such as sandy beaches. Being shock-proof would mean it has already passed drop tests from a maximum of 30”, and being heat/freeze-proof, the device can withstand severe climates. Running on a rechargeable battery that can run for up to 8 hours non-stop, you can also use the SC-NT10 to juice up your smartphone or tablet via USB, now how about that? The Panasonic SC-NT10 Portable Wireless Speaker will arrive in Black and Blue/Black this fall, where it will retail for $99.99 a pop.

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Jul 16

Valta adds some virtual automation to your home

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Have you ever been out and about, and realized that you left the lights, or maybe even something a little dangerous like an iron, on? If there’s no one else home, and you’re more than a few minutes from home, you’re going to be stuck waiting until later to take care of it. Wouldn’t it be great if you could just pull out your phone, and with a few taps, turn of whatever you need? Well, you can.

A group of people from Toronto, Canada have designed the next generation of home automation, dubbed the Valta. This system is actually broken up into four parts. First, you’ve got the smart sockets. You’ll plug these into your wall, and plug your electronics into them. Next is the v-hub base station, which talks to each of the sockets and transmits the data to the Valta cloud servers. The other two pieces are the smartphone and web apps, which are used to control the sockets.

Now Valta does more than allows you to remotely turn on and off the devices attached to it. It will actually monitor the power consumption of these devices, and let you know when they’re not actually being used, so that you can shut them off. You’ll also be able to track how much energy is being wasted by idle devices. You will even be able to tell it to turn off certain devices when you leave the house, and when it detects that your phone is no longer in range, it will cut power to those devices.

Saving energy doesn’t come cheap, unfortunately. If you pledge to the Kickstarter campaign, you can get the v-hub and three sockets for $139. You can get more sockets by pledging $40 for each additional one.

 
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Jul 16

LG introduces two more speakers that balances performance and cost

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LG has been quite the household name where consumer electronics products are concerned, and they certainly have done pretty well for themselves where the TV is concerned. Audio, however, remains a department that LG has yet to master on a big scale, as there are other big names out there in the industry which would come to people’s minds before LG makes the list. Today, however, we are not going to touch on just which particular speaker is better, as LG has made a couple of attempts to deliver quality without breaking the bank with a couple of speakers – the LG ND5630 Dual Docking Speaker as you can see above, and the LG NP3530 portable speaker.

First of all, the LG ND5630 Dual Docking Speaker will deliver style, design and functionality all into a single device. Not only does it play back all of your favorite tunes without missing a beat, it would also pave the way for you to juice up another device of yours while playing another, now how about that? The LG ND5630 Dual Docking Speaker will play nice with iPod, iPhone and Android-powered devices, making it an easier task than ever before to enjoy your tunes in clear and crisp audio. Not only that, throw in built-in WiFi connectivity, and it becomes a simple matter to stream music via Airplay or Bluetooth.

As for LG’s portable speaker, the LG NP3530 can be classified as your classic go-to speaker on-the-go. Thanks to its internal battery, LG claims it is capable of delivering up to 10 hours of non-stop playback, which means you would have more than enough time to enjoy your favorite tunes at your next barbeque, camping trip or just plain hanging out at your favorite haunt. Thanks to the speaker’s integrated Wi-Fi connectivity, you too, will be able to stream music Bluetooth or NFC in a jiffy. Between the two, which would you be interested in?
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Jul 16

Thai Technique Back Massager

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Have you ever visited a massage parlor and decided on a couple of hours’ worth of massage, Thai style? If you have answered in the affirmative, you would know that Thai massage would involve a whole lot of flexibility in your body (as well as the masseur’s), where knees and elbows are all part of the massaging process. If you are not single and have a mate who loves to massage you and has the technical know how of doing so, so much the better, but for all the singles out there who want a nice massage after a particularly long and difficult day at the office, you can chill out in your own home with the $169.95 Thai Technique Back Massager.

The Thai Technique Back Massager will be able to offer the tension-relieving kneading of a therapist’s feet during a Thai massage, where a couple of 4″-long x 2″-wide massaging “feet” will travel up and down either side of the back. These massaging “feet” will come in a convex shape, where they will simulate the balls of a therapist’s feet as they roll and knead tense, sore muscles. The massager is capable of targeting the upper, lower, or entire back, and the “feet” even come with built-in heating elements, while the seat itself has a three-speed vibrating motor which can be used with or without back massage, and all of these are controlled from a tethered remote. If you feel that you require additional cushioning, a padded flap is there to make your back massage experience a whole lot more comfortable.
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Jul 15

Samsung announces Series 7 SC770 Touch Monitor and Series 7 SC750 Monitor

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Many of us do use computers in our line of work for many hours each day, and apart from having an efficient machine that does our digital bidding in the most practical manner, the monitor, too, plays a big role in ensuring that our eyes do not end up too tired along the way for us to do anything else. Samsung has a couple of new consumer monitors, namely the Series 7 SC770 Touch Monitor as well as the Series 7 SC750 monitor, where the former would happen to be Samsung’s first consumer multi-touch display; while the latter boasts of an ergonomic rotating display.

The Series 7 SC770 Touch Monitor comes with a special touch control that paves the way for 10 points of simultaneous input, making it ideal for dragging, rotating and selecting objects on the monitor, all the while offering a smooth and intuitive touchscreen interaction. This means you do not need to have any additional controllers, and I can testify to the fact that once you have gotten used to a touchscreen monitor in a Windows 8 environment, you would find it strange when you use a computer terminal without a touchscreen as you would inadvertently touch the monitor and wonder why it does not work. Just remember to lay off the pizza and other kinds of oily food along the way if you want to continue working from the existing terminal with the Series 7 SC770 Touch Monitor in tow.

The SC770 also delivers an enriched computing experience, as it can hook up to a mobile device via USB, while Samsung’s Sliding-Tilt function with hinge technology would enable the SC770 to smoothly and conveniently adjust to a 55-degree tilt. This is a 24” Full HD display that sports a narrow bezel with ultra slim depth, accompanied by a clean back and a premium metallic stand, and will retail for $599.99 a pop.

As for the Series 7 SC750 monitor, this puppy will arrive in a slim, ergonomic design which is capable of a 90-degree pivot, while the rotating screen has been optimized for surfing the web, consuming social media content and viewing documents – regardless of whether you choose to do so in landscape or portrait modes. You can pick up the Series 7 SC750 in 24” and 27” models for $249 and $379, respectively.

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Jul 15

Polk Nue Era headphones announced

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When it comes to headphones, there are just so many brands hanging around for you to choose from, so much so that it can be rather difficult in making a choice if you are not a well informed consumer. After all, there are two ways to approach a pair of headphones – the first would be by price, while the second is by design. We are glad to say that Polk with their recently announced Nue Era headphones does a pretty good job at maintaining a balance between the two, where it is said to redefine one’s musical style, appealing to fashionistas and audiophiles alike.

The Polk Nue Era headphones come in a jewel-like design complete with understated details, where each pair of in-ear headphones will be able to deliver rich and immersive sound that Polk has finely tuned over the past four decades, although they have decided to throw in a modern twist this time around which will cater to music lovers, especially audiophiles who also value their personal style on an equal basis.

Michael DiTullo, Chief Design Officer, said, “Headphones are an extension of our personality and a reflection of our fashion, however there haven’t been options that capture the timeless, easy-to-wear, vintage American style. In designing the Nue Era, we wanted to create an accessory that felt more like a classic pair of sunglasses, as easy as your favorite pair of jeans, and as well-crafted as a vintage timepiece. This inspiration has resulted in a headphone that is meant to be shown off, even when you want to keep your music all to yourself.”

Detailed and meticulous folks would definitely be able to identify with the amount of attention given to the detailing of the Nue Era headphones, ranging from its small sculpted housing to its sleek tortoise and champagne gold finish, or even the basic black and silver shades. Boasting supple ear tips that come in a range of sizes and shapes, they have been co-molded to the headphone ear tube to deliver the ultimate comfort, in addition to an intuitive three-button cable that makes sure it is a snap to toggle between music and phone calls. The cable itself is gold plated, sporting a precision machined 90-degree connector for a deeper source connection. The asking price? $99 per pair which should be music to your ears.

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Jul 14

Salutron introduces the LifeTrak Move C300

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Salutron has just announced their Move C300 activity tracker, where this particular device would see the incorporation of leading edge science, technology as well as design which will set a whole new standard in activity trackers. The device itself is capable of capturing, holding and wirelessly transmitting health-related data to Bluetooth smart-enabled devices, where among them include smart phones and tablets. It does seem as though there is a revolution in health, fitness and wellness as the LifeTrak Move C300 jumps aboard this particular bandwagon, bringing along with it the most advanced, fashionable, and durable device that is capable of easily and accurately track one’s daily activities. Hey, if it is supposed to be an everyday device, does it mean that it is waterproof? Good news for those who asked, as the answer is a resounding “Yes!”

Considering it comes with a comfortable and waterproof design, it does not matter whether you are at the office, at home, exercising, or swimming, there is no more reason for you to manually track your heart rate, distance, calorie burn and steps taken ever again. It is stylish and easy on the eyes, and a snap to use, allowing you to integrate the LifeTrak Move C300 into your lifestyle without batting an eyelid. There will be a full display right on your wrist as well as an open API platform, paving the way for universal integration to some of the most popular health and fitness apps, so that you remain motivated to achieve your goals.

All it takes is just a touch of a button, and you will be able to check out your daily and weekly progress in order to remain on track with personal goals without breaking the bank. Some of the key features of the LifeTrak Move C300 include Bluetooth Smart Connectivity, ECG Accurate Heart Rate thanks to its patented S-Pulse ECG accurate heart rate, automated tracking that keeps track of all-day calorie burn and step tracking, advanced calorie tracking, dynamic distance calibration, and enhanced step filtering among others, coming in a wide array of band colors to reflect your personality. The Move C300 will retail for $59.99 a pop.

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Jul 14

Samsung Ultra HD TV range sees new F9000 series added

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Are you currently on the lookout for a spanking new TV to fill up that empty space in your living room? If you have answered in the affirmative, then I am quite sure that you would have considered getting an Ultra High Definition TV before the missus shot down your suggestion. Well, one can always hope, no? Perhaps if you dimmed the lights, put on some candles around the dining table with her favorite tune playing in the background, and let her have a look at what Samsung has in store (with her favorite dessert just “coincidentally” sitting by the notebook), and perhaps she might change her mind. I am referring to the new 55” and 65” UHD (Ultra High Definition) models from Samsung that offer brilliant picture quality and superior upconverting technology, where these will be made available from July 21 onwards.

Samsung’s best-in-class Ultra High-Definition (UHD) TV family has just gotten a couple of new members in the form of the F9000 line. They will arrive in 55” and 65” models as mentioned, where you ought to be able to experience home entertainment at a whole new level with the right kind of media, although you would most probably find that it is not too possible for the ordinary consumer to replicate the audio experience of a movie theater.

The F9000 series will deliver four times the resolution of Full HD TV, assuring that your eyes enjoy a vivid, crystal-clear picture. The F9000 UHD TV makes use of Samsung’s proprietary Quadmatic Picture Engine, where it is a four-step process that includes signal analysis, noise minimization, UHD up-scaling and detail enhancement in order to seamlessly upconvert SD, HD or Full HD content to UHD-level picture quality. Now do not expect magic to happen here, as I am sure that most of us have experienced the DVD upconversion to Full HD resolution which has had varied results in the past. The 55” model will retail for $5,499.99 with the 65” model tipped to go for $7,499.99 a pop.

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Jul 12

One Giant Leap introduces Kayak Power Meter

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One Giant Leap happens to have a forward looking name, where it is an award-winning company that specializes in real-time feedback of human body mechanics as well as performance. Well, we bring you word that One Giant Leap as well as ANT+ have collaborated to deliver the paddle-based Kayak Power Meter. Just what kind of “magic” is the Kayak Power Meter capable of? Well, it is an instrumented paddle shaft, that comes with blades attached, in order to deliver real-time left/right feedback of performance data where among them would include power output , power balance and stroke rate. Pre-orders of the One Giant Leap Kayak Power Meter are currently being accepted, although the Kayak Power Meter itself will only be made available in September this year.

The Kayak Power Meter will play nice with any ANT+ display unit which supports the ANT+ Power profile, as this particular device enables kayakers to create the perfect data monitoring setup for their needs. It has been specially customized for shaft stiffness and length, where it can capture both left and right stroke data individually so that paddlers are capable of taking advantage of a more detailed reading on each stroke’s performance.

I guess you can say that it is pretty much in the same vein as that of the ANT+ cycling power meter and bike computer setups, considering how the Kayak Power Meter relies on ANT+ ultra low power technology so that it can capture and display power metrics on any ANT+ enabled fitness watch or kayak mounted computer sans wires. If you do not have the luxury of time to do so at that particular moment, data can also be viewed at a later time on a tablet or smartphone which will obviously need to have native ANT+ support, or to connect to ANT+ with the help of an adapter. The Kayak Power Meter has been slapped with a price tag of NZD$1,039 if you are interested.

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