Tuesday 26 October 2010

LG Optimus T hitting T-Mobile on November 3 for $30

By Chris Ziegler posted Oct 25th 2010 4:00PM Look out, dumbphones of the world: your days may really be numbered now that we've got US carriers blowing out brand new honest-to-goodness smartphones for $30 on contract. The phone in question here is LG's Optimus T, stablemate to the Optimus S, Optimus One, and Optimus Chic featuring a 3.2-inch HVGA display, 3 megapixel cam, and pre-loaded Swype all sitting atop Android 2.2. In order to get down to the promised $29.99, you'll need to sign up for a new two-year contract (naturally), score a qualifying data plan, and wait around for a $50 mail-in rebate when the phone goes on sale Wednesday, November 3 in your choice of black or burgundy (pictured).

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RoomMates RMK1382SCS Star Wars: the Clone Wars Glow in the Dark Wall Decals

RoomMates RMK1382SCS Star Wars: the Clone Wars Glow in the Dark Wall DecalsRMK1382SCS Features: -Wall decal. -You will definitely ''feel the force'' with this ultra dynamic set of star wars. -Decals feature the original 3D art of all your favorite characters. -All of the light sabers glow in the dark. -Your walls will never be boring again. -Immerse yourself in the clone wars universe and turn your bedroom into a galaxy far.

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BlackBerry PlayBook demoed in the flesh at Adobe MAX, Air-based SDK launched

RIM's PlayBook just got real -- quite literally -- at Adobe's MAX conference today. Granted, out-of-the-box Flash and Air support are being billed as a big deal for the PlayBook, but it still seems a little strange that the company showed non-functional dummies running video loops encased in Plexiglas at its developer conference just a few weeks back, only to let Adobe show the good stuff at its own event here. There is some logic behind it, for what it's worth: Adobe and RIM have announced availability today of an Air SDK targeting the PlayBook's QNX-based platform with deep hardware integration, giving devs plenty of ramp-up time considering that the tablet won't be available until early next year. Kobo was among the companies on-hand to talk about the sheer awesomeness of the dev environment, and the general attitude toward the PlayBook's ease of development seems to be a positive one; we all know how important third-party apps are to a mobile platform's success at this point, of course, so we'll need a few thousand more Kobos on board to leave these guys with a happy ending. Check the full demo from the MAX keynote stage after the break.

Update: RIM co-CEO Mike Lazaridis -- who was up on stage with Adobe's Kevin Lynch for the demo -- announced that devs who get PlayBook apps approved into App World will get a free PlayBook. Not a bad incentivizer, if we do say so ourselves.

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Baby Signing Time Volume 1 DVD

Baby Signing Time Volume 1 DVDThe Baby Signing Time Series combines clever songs, animation, and real signing babies - all age two and under - to make signing easy and fun. Baby Signing Time is a great first step into signing. Or, add Baby Signing Time to your existing Signing Time collection for more reinforcement for those beginning signs and additional songs. Created specifically for babies as young as 3 months old up to 3 years, yet fun for the whole family!

Features host Rachel Coleman, along with animated Baby Alex, Baby Leah, and Baby Hopkins. Baby Signing Time Volume 1 sets your baby's day to music as you learn signs for everyday events in baby's life: eating, family, pets, and more.

Available only on DVD. Close-Captioned. Approximate run time: 30 minutes plus special features. Note: This is the Baby Signing Time Volume 1 DVD only. Baby Signing Time Volume 1 includes the following songs: * Baby Signing Time Theme * Eat & Drink * Mom Has a Mom * Diaper Dance * More, More, More * The Pets I Love * A Hard Day * It's Baby Signing Time

Special Features

Sign Review - Welcome To Baby Signing Time! - Getting Started - FAQ: Rachel's Color Coded Fingers - Sneak Preview of Vol. 2 - Rachel Signing: It's Baby Signing Time! - Rachel Signing: Theme Song.

ASL Signs

ASL signs taught in this DVD: Eat - Drink - Cracker - Water - Cereal - Milk - Banana - Juice - Finished - Mom - Grandma - Dad - Grandpa - Diaper - Potty - More - Bird - Fish - Cat - Dog - Horse - Frog - Hurt - Where.

And if you pay close attention, you ll also see and learn these additional signs: Baby - Signing - Time - Many - Love - New - Sweet - Spirit - Talent - Dreams - I Love You (ily) - Now - Special - Car.

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Panasonic's Power Loader Light slims down, stays out of fights with aliens

By Donald Melanson posted Oct 25th 2010 12:09PM Panasonic's full-size Power Loader exoskeleton certainly has its place, but there are times when giant freaking robots arms might be considered overkill. Thankfully, Panasonic (or more specifically, its Activelink subsidiary) has considered such situations, and has now come out with its streamlined Power Loader Light (or PLL). As you can see, this model eschews the robot arms altogether, but it makes use of the same direct force feedback system that's able to predict your leg movements and increase your leg strength by up 40 kilograms. Of course, even the Light version is still a bit out of reach for everyday use -- it will initially cost around $223,000, but Panasonic is offering a grant program to potential developers that would cut the price in half.

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6 Outlet Strip with 15FT Cord

6 Outlet Strip with 15FT CordUL / CSA approved. Lighted on/off switches. 15 amp circuit breakers. 3 prong grounded plugs & outlets. 15-foot power cord. Plastic housing.

Main Features

  • Manufacturer: Fellowes
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 99026
  • Manufacturer Website Address: www.fellowes.com
  • Plug/Connector Type: NEMA 5-15P
  • Power Cord/Cable: 15
  • Dimensions: 7.75" Height x 13.75" Width x 10.51" Depth
  • Standard Warranty: 1 Year(s) Limited

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  • Senseo SL7810/65 Single-Serve Gourmet Coffee Machine, Black

    Senseo SL7810/65 Single-Serve Gourmet Coffee Machine, Black(Product received may temporarily differ from image shown due to packaging update. Image an

    Price: $64.99


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    Xbox 360 12 Month Live Gold Card

    Xbox 360 12 Month Live Gold CardXbox 360 Live 12 month Gold Card

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    Firesheep Sniffs Out Facebook and Other User Credentials on Wi-Fi Hotspots [Downloads]

    Click here to read Firesheep Sniffs Out Facebook and Other User Credentials on Wi-Fi Hotspots
    Firefox: Firesheep sniffs out and steals cookies—and the account and identity of the owner in the process—of popular web sites (like Facebook and Twitter) from the browsing sessions of other users on the Wi-Fi hot spot you're attached to.More »



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    The Blind Side

    The Blind SideThe story of michael oher a homeless and traumatized boy who became an all american football player and first round nfl draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family. Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 03/23/2010 Starring: Sandra Bullock Quinton Aaron Run time: 128 minutes Rating: Pg Director: John Lee Hancock

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    Daiwa House enlists Moogle for remote control crawlspace inspections

    Apparently Japanese homebuilder Daiwa House offers crawl space inspections as part of its warranty service, and to that end have enlisted Moogle (rhymes with "goggle," not "Google"). The robot weighs just under 30 lbs, measures roughly 20 x 12 x 9.5 inches, and rocks a laser rangefinder, WiFi connectivity, and two cameras: one for driving, one for inspecting. If you happen to be in the country yourself and wish to try the thing out, it can be leased monthly for ¥40,000 ($500) or purchased outright for ¥200,000 ($2,500). Just brace yourself -- you never know what you're gonna find when you start digging around under people's houses. See it in action after the break.

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    AmazonBasics High-Speed HDMI Cable (6.5 Feet/2.0 Meters)[Supports 3D + Audio Return Channel]

    AmazonBasics High-Speed HDMI Cable (6.5 Feet/2.0 Meters)[Supports 3D + Audio Return Channel]AmazonBasics products are quality electronics accessories offered at a great value.

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    Spare Some Coffee and a Balloon and You've Got Yourself an Extra Hand [Robots]

    Click here to read Spare Some Coffee and a Balloon and You've Got Yourself an Extra Hand
    We've already established that used coffee grounds can power radios, but before you have your morning cup of coffee consider that those beans could be fashioned into an extra hand, when squeezed into an air-less balloon.More »



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    Powerloader Light Exo-Suit Adds 40kg of Kick-Power to Your Legs [Robots]

    Click here to read Powerloader Light Exo-Suit Adds 40kg of Kick-Power to Your Legs
    If this exo-suit is the Powerloader Light, I'm guessing this is the Powerloader. It can increase leg power by 40kg, though at a cost of $223,000, none of us will be kicking someone while wearing it anytime soon.More »



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    How to Defeat Big Brother [Video]

    Click here to read How to Defeat Big Brother
    Nobody likes being watched (perhaps with the exception of exhibitionists) and most of us, even in today's very public culture, appreciate our privacy. If you're tired of Big Brother watching you, here are a few ways to fight back.More »



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