Monthly Archives: January 2011

Jeff Smashes an iPod, Worth Avenue Group Insures

January 20, 2011CES 2011, ComputersCES, insurance, notebook, smashed smartphone, worth avenue groupJeffrey Powers

Not to many people will say “I’ll pay for that” after you take a hammer to your device. In all reality, you won’t be able to take the hammer, then ask for insurance. However, if someone else takes a hammer to it – that’s a different story.

Worth Avenue Group insures your devices. Smartphone, Tablet, notebook, desktop – whatever the case, they’ll put together a plan so if the unthinkable happens, you are insured.

The company covers the devices, mice, keyboards, headphones and USB drives. If your computer comes down with a virus – They’ll pay to get it irradiated. A full protection plan for you and your digital device.

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Ubisurfer: Free Internet Under a Unique Business Model

January 20, 2011CES 2011, MobileCES, free internet, ubisurferAndy McCaskey

Included in the price of this competitive device in a netbook form factor ? Thirty hours of free internet access per month! No contract, no tethering to your smartphone or maintaining a separate wireless data plan. Plus, hours of additional use through open wifi hot-spots.
Patented compression technology and commercial arrangements with North American wireless providers put the Ubisurfer on the highly reliable GPRS network. The cost of running a UbiSurfer is much lower than comparable Netbooks.

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Boxee Box Defines Over the Top Set-top Box Functionality

January 20, 2011CES 2011, TVsboxee, CES, D-Link, Over the Top TVAndy McCaskey

A quick look at the D-Link Boxee Box, a premium quality set top box for OTT Over the Top Video, along with the Boxee remote, which features a keyboard on the reverse side, for quick entry of web sites or configuration. With consumer friendly appearance and packaging, the Boxee software – already a favorite with tech enthusiasts, gets some premium level packaging and design.

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Intel Incorporates Graphics in i3, i5, i7 processors

January 20, 2011CES 2011, ComputersCES, cpu, gpu, i3, i5, i7, intelJeffrey Powers

Intel was showing off the newest improvements to the i line of processors. The i3, i5 and i7 processors now have the Graphics processor built right in. The idea is to make graphics process faster.

Jeffrey Powers talks with Mike from Intel about their processors and how the graphics are included. Watch for the yellow branding tag through the i3, i5 and i7 processor logos.

In the background, we see some art rendering with the integrated GPU/CPU.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine

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OnStar in Any Car – Aftermarket OnStar System

January 20, 2011CES 2011, Mobileaftermarket, best buy, CES, install, onstarJeffrey Powers

During CES, OnStar made a great announcement. They are now selling an aftermarket OnStar system. The mirror you have seen in all GM cars can now be installed in your Ford, Toyota, Honda or even a Yugo. You can even upgrade your older GM vehicle.

The Aftermarket system will be available at Best Buy and other retailers. They recommend that a certified professional install for maximum safety.

For $299 for the OnStar and installation and $200 / year you can stay safe. I got to even test the system that Friday night as we drove from the Atomic Testing Museum to the Venitian. The system brings a human element even when you are trying to find a destination. Use it as a GPS, information system or emergency outlet.

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Toshiba Glasses Free 3D TV

January 20, 2011CES 2011, TVs3D, CES, fogview, glasses free 3d, toshibaTom Newman

Toshiba was demonstrating lots of 3D TVs in their booth at CES. 3D was the big buzz word at last year’s CES show and I wasn’t impressed.

This year all the major companies were showing 3D TVs and the technology (and price points) have improved. There are a number of issues surrounding 3D: cost, lack of content, multiple 3D technologies, and having to wear the stupid 3D glasses.

Well, Toshiba was showing off a “glasses free” 3D TV. The demo was interesting but you could tell it’s was a first generation product. You needed to be right in front of the display to see the 3D effects and it still wasn’t as good as viewing with glasses.

I don’t believe “glasses free” 3D TV (or 3D TV in general) is here for everyone, but there’s always next year.

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Dexim Portable Power Solutions

January 19, 2011CES 2011, GadgetsCES, chargers, dexim, ipad, iphoneTom Newman

At CES Unveiled, Dexim showed a number of great power solutions for your iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad devices.

The P-Flip Solar Power charger uses the energy of the sun to charge a battery pack in about 15 hours. This pack can then be used to power or charge your iPhone device.

They also offer the P-Flip Foldable Power Dock which is like it’s newer Solar powered cousin but uses regular electricity to charge it’s internal 2,000 mA battery. Both P-Flip models hold the iPhone 3 and iPhone 4 models for easy viewing and movie watching.

What I thought was the most interesting product was the Visible G Charger. This is a cool wall charger that displays the charging condition in the wire that connects to your device. You see color lights pulsating through the wire as it’s charging and the pulsating slows down as the device becomes charged. The lights stop and turn off when the device is full charge. In fact, the entire charger turns off, saving electricity. Dexim claims you will save 85% of standby power used by other chargers.

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Pixel Optics Re Focus Lenses with Press of a Button

January 19, 2011CES 2011, Healthbi focal, CES, lenses, pixel opticsJeffrey Powers

Pixel Optics

Do you have Bi-focal glasses? Want to get rid of those pesky lines and even not have the nearsighted lens at times? All with the press of a button?

Pixel Optics has the answer. What is called “Focusing Eyeware”, with a press of the button, you can refocus your lenses to see better. Another press and it’s back to where you started.

The battery lasts for 2 years. As long as you charge via the unit, you will be able to see properly. Best part it’s more affordable than you think.

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Super AMOLED Screens From Samsung

January 19, 2011CES 2011, VideoCES, samsung, screens, super amoledJeffrey Powers

The screens inside phones like the Samsung Galaxy S, are called “Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode (AMOLED)”. These flat screens give you a high quality in such a small device. The screen is so thin, it can be bent – if needed.

At CES we saw the Super AMOLED screens outside the devices. You can touch, flick and especially bend them. When they are in your smartphone, the brighter picture will bring a 20% longer battery life.