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Wi3 – Turn Coax Cable into Ethernet Jacks

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If you don’t want to re-wire your house for Ethernet, then check this out. Wi3 developed a way to use co-ax wiring (which connects the cable to your TV) to carry more that just pictures. The Wi3 system replaces the wall jack with a modular unit that offers a range of connection or transport options. All without affecting the cable TV signal.

Installation is five minutes The first two modules are only available to dealers at present but they will be stocked in big boxes nationwide later in the year. Prices are $150 and $200 for the ethernet only and wi-fi models respectively.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine and Andy Smith of Geocaching World.

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Fitness Technology Underwater Mini Cameras, Lights at 3,000 Lumens

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Fitness Technologies has been making waterproof MP3 players since 1996. This year, Fitness Technologies introduced a new line of waterproof video cameras designed for rugged outdoor use.

The first is a helmet-mountable cameras and lamps – up to 3,000 lumens. That is a bright light, no different than a headlight. The light has an interesting look, because they contain a heat-sink to keep the light’s heat down.

Fitness Technologies have mini cameras that fit into a waterproof case.

FitnesstechUSA cameras retail for $200 to $250 and are available now.

You can see all three cameras in the video below, plus you can get a look at a pair of tiny waterproof MP3 player and a new line of diving flashlights.  You can find more about these and other products by visiting Fitness Tech USA.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine and Andy Smith of Geocaching World

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The iTwin Infinite Capacity Thumb Drive

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iTwin is solving more than just the capacity problem with thumb drives, they are also tackling remote access at the same time. It all begins with a very small device that looks like a pair of USB thumb drives fastened together back-to-back. It’s a bit more than something that simple though. Each time this device is plugged into a computer it automatically generates AES 256 encryption. Once it’s attached to your PC a virtual folder pops up that allows you to drag-and-drop all of the files you want, in fact you can drop your entire hard drive on it! After copying all of the files you want then you can split the device into two USB drives. Leave one on your home or office PC and take the other with you on the road. Now you have a secure VPN to the base computer without the hassle and expense that VPN can entail.

The iTwin is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. They have also solved a lot of the potential security problems and dynamic IP problems, as you will see in the video below. The iTwin is available now for a one-time cost of $99.99, no monthly fees like traditional VPN services. It’s available directly from iTwin or from many retail outlets.

Interview by Andy McCaskey of SDR News and RV News Net.

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Wacom Cintiq 24HD Interactive Pen Display

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For those artists, CAD designers and more. Wacom is back at CES with their newest version of Cintiq drawing tablets, the 24HD.

This is a drawing board that is connected directly to the computer – Mac or PC. Wacom’s newest pen, with 2048 levels of pressure, it will recognize and react to the pen. You could make it so sensitive, the pen doesn’t have to touch the screen.

The screen is 1920×1200 with 92% Adobe Gamma color. The base does swivel, so you can move the Wacom as you continue to draw.

The Wacom is $2495 and available now.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine

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Casio GreenSlim Projector with 3,000 Lumen LED Light

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Casio came on to the live show to talk about the Casio GreenSlim projector. At 1.7 inches high, this is a great mobile presentation projector.

There is no mercury lamp in the projector. The GreenSlim projector provides 3,000 Lumens of brightness for this 5 pound projector. They use laser and LED light source. They can get 20,000 hours out of this projector. They are also extending the warranty to 5 years. This will give you a 120 inch projection in any lighted room.

The GreenSlim has an instant-on, instant-off. That means no waiting for the lamp to warm up, so you can turn on the projector and start presenting. With VGA, HDMI and composite input, you can get resolutions of XJ 1024×768 and wide XJ at 1280×800.

The Slim line of projectors also runs with a mobile application called Mobishow – You will be able to wirelessly connect via your mobile device straight to the projector.

The GreenSlim starts at $999, but with the longer lasting light, you can see a better return on investment.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine and Steve Lee of Waves of Tech

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PenClic – A Mouse Shaped like a Pen

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Penclic is a Swedish company that has an innovative new take on the plain old computer mouse.  The mouse actually looks a bit like a pen resting in a fountain, as it protrudes from the top of the small mouse.  This allows the user to control the movement in a more ergonomic manor, more like old fashioned writing than actually elevating the wrist to move a traditional mouse.

At the moment the Penclic mouse is only available in a right-handed model, but lefties won’t need to wait long for their version.  The pen shaft actually rotates so that each user can find the most comfortable position for  his or her self.  The left, right, and center click buttons are all located on the “pen”, which also has two additional buttons for web surfing – back and forwards.  The mouse is wireless and has a small rechargeable battery.

You can see the mouse demonstrated in the video below. You can buy it from many retailers in the U.S., including Amazon for an MSRP of $89.  You can also visit Penclic on the web, but the site is in Swedish.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine.

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AfterShokz Uses Bone Conductive Technology for Sound

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We learned about bone conductive technology a few years ago, when it was in it’s infancy. AfterShokz has taken it to the consumer. The new headphones boast a healthier environment because they go over, instead of in, the ears and rest on the cheek.  You are not closed off from the world while you’re running, biking, etc.

There are three models of AfterShokz, one of which has an inline microphone making it suitable for phone calls as well.  The models begin at $59.95 for the Sport, and go up slightly for the Mobile and Gaming models.  There is also a Bluetooth model in the works.  You can learn more in the video below and by visiting .

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine.

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Nyxio VioSphere Splits your TV and PC

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Nyxio is a new company that is looking to integrate your computer and your TV. They have a product, the VioSphere, which literally splits your monitor screen into half PC and half television. The VioSphere is a touch-screen monitor that has a built-in web-cam and microphone to allow you to video-conference while you are watching that big game on the other half of your screen. It’s like the old picture-in-picture TV features, which allows you to watch both or go full-screen with one or the other.

It functions like an all-in-one PC with a DVD burner also built-in. While it runs on the Windows platform they also are partnered with Bluestacks to include Android apps as well. It also comes with a wireless keyboard and built-in WiFi. As for the TV end of things, it just takes a normal coax input. The VioSphere comes in a wide range of sizes spanning 21″ (although their website states the low end at 32″) all the way up to 65″. A price point isn’t given in the video, but you can learn a lot more info on the product. You can also visit Nyxio online for additional information.

Interview by Todd Cochrane of Geek News Central for the TechPodcast Network.

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Samsung SmartCam brings Personal Security

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Samsung has a new type of home surveillance camera (IP camera) The SmartCam IP Camera allows you to see your home while you are away.

The SmartCam has an easy setup. Push a button on the camera and it looks for the router information.  The camera activates using motion, and audio-detection. The SmartCam will then send you an alert to your mobile device.  SmartCam records the event and sends to a private YouTube channel.

Included features to the SmartCam: night-vision up to 15 feet, free apps for all mobile platforms, and an always-on setting to allow you to view it anytime, even when it hasn’t picked up activity.

The Samsung SmartCam will be available this March for $149.99 at Samsung .

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine

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iBolt Streamer Kit Connects Android Devices to TV

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iBOLT showed off the Streamer Kit. This is a technology that uses a special HDMI cable from certain Android smartphones to TV.

This is called Micro High Definition Link technology (MHL). Sprint EVO, Samsung Galaxy, HTC Resound has MHL technology. MHL is a high definition video and audio interface standard supporting up to 1080p HD video, 60 fps and digital audio output, Dolby 7.1 support.

Streamer Kit costs $49 and comes with 6 foot adapter cable, a super thin 6 foot HDMI cable and a one amp microUSB wall charger.

Interview by Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine

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