myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Nov 6, 2009, 1:43 pm
If you’re keen on improving your mind (or a child’s concentration levels), this game, called the Telekinetic Obstacle Course looks awesome fun for all ages. Well, 8 and up. The aim of the ...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Nov 5, 2009, 3:47 pm
With end-of-year festivities just around the corner and alcohol units so difficult to decipher, it would be great to have a gadget to tell you your exact BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) to avoid the...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Nov 4, 2009, 3:07 pm
You can’t beat the closeness of a shower shave, but with the mirrors fogged and having to feel your way around your face, it is time consuming and prone to missed bits and mishaps. This gadget h...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Nov 3, 2009, 3:53 pm
We looked at ION’s Tape Express recently for easy digitization of cassettes, but what do you do with that large collection of vinyl you’ve got stashed away? Well, thanks to this LP-to-iPod...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Nov 2, 2009, 3:03 pm
If you’re an inquisitive type who likes to examine the world in the minutest detail, this gadget called the Wireless USB Digital Microscope will get you up close and personal with ease. Useful ...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Nov 1, 2009, 9:21 am
There’s nothing like a cooked breakfast in the morning, but on weekdays - who has the time? Well, thanks to this all-in-one kitchen appliance called the Breakfast Sandwich Maker, you can start y...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 31, 2009, 9:37 am
Though they always make it look simple on display models, printing decent quality photos at home is often a hair-pulling affair, requiring frequent print head cleaning and regular replacements of cost...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 30, 2009, 5:10 pm
What do you get an uber-chic child with a taste for European style? Not an easy one, huh? Luckily, this sleek ride-on, called the Children’s Electric Euro Scooter has rolled-in at Hammacher HQ t...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 29, 2009, 4:25 pm
To ensure you’re prepared for impromptu get-togethers this holiday season, this clever gadget called the Ravi Wine Chiller is one you’ll want to have on hand - instantly chilling bottles o...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 28, 2009, 4:46 pm
If your bedtime reading habits are causing domestic unrest, this discrete patented reading light may be just the solution to prevent disturbing your partner. Called the LightWedge LED Book Light, it i...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 27, 2009, 4:00 pm
Dell today announced their new 12.1-inch Latitude XT2 XFR Tablet PC which is the world’s first rugged tablet with a multi-touch display. The system is designed for use in the field by the milita...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 26, 2009, 3:19 pm
Lenovo have finally begun shipping their new 12-inch NVIDIA ION-powered S12 Netbook in the U.S. for $599. The much-anticipated S12 was supposed to be the first ION-packing netbook out the gates, but w...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 25, 2009, 9:49 am
Electric heaters can heat up a room quickly, but you’re forever needing to adjust them (or just put up with heat variations) as you move about the room. This one however, called the Remote Tempe...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 24, 2009, 9:03 am
A combination of strong winds and rainstorms are exactly when you need your umbrella the most, yet it is under these very conditions that they often let us down - turning inside-out and breaking. Solv...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 23, 2009, 1:33 pm
If you’re terrified like I am by the thought of losing your hair, or are simply keen on making your locks look their natural best (dye and chemical treatments don’t count) - then this gadg...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 22, 2009, 3:41 pm
If you’ve got boxes of old audio cassettes just crying out for a digital makeover, this portable retro gadget will have you listening to the sounds of your youth again in no time. Called the ION...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 21, 2009, 3:44 pm
I attended the official launch event for Microsoft’s very much anticipated Windows 7 in London today, ahead of the worldwide release midnight tonight. Apart from being touchscreen-capable, the O...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 20, 2009, 2:59 pm
Apple’s MacBook today received a major update, adopting the unibody, monocoque-style casing used on the MacBook Pro and Air. The revamped 13.3-inch MacBook now features a new 1280 x 800 LED-back...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 19, 2009, 3:16 pm
I was lucky enough to get an in-person preview of HP’s gorgeous Envy 13 and Envy 15 thin-and-light laptops last month and now, along with the Envy 15 BEATS Edition, are finally available to orde...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 18, 2009, 9:42 am
If you’re looking for an unputdownable present for your (inner) child this Christmas, you can’t go past this motor of mayhem. Called the Remote Controlled Transforming Robot Car, it perfor...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 17, 2009, 8:58 am
With winter fast approaching and temperatures starting to bite, we need every chill-fighting gadget we can get our hands on. These hand-warming gems called the Best Heated Gloves fit the bill nicely, ...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 16, 2009, 3:07 pm
If you’ve ever been unfairly snapped by a red light camera when legally going through on the tail end of amber, or suspect the operators of these cash cows of trying to scam you through timing r...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 15, 2009, 3:09 pm
Flip Video yesterday announced their new Flip MinoHD pocket camcorder, sporting a sleek (albeit subtle) redesign. The second-generation model now features a larger display and double the memory, getti...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 14, 2009, 3:06 pm
Sanyo yesterday announced their new Xacti VPC-HD2000 and VPC-FH1 Dual Cameras, which are the world’s first camcorders to record in the next-gen iFrame video format - to speed up the importing, e...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 13, 2009, 11:05 am
Let’s face it. That once fascinating wonder - the remote control - has long since lost it’s magic. But now, thanks to this gadget called The Wand Remote Control, you can rekindle some of t...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 12, 2009, 12:45 pm
The variety of household lighting gadgets on the market can be confusing, but this one aims to simplify things considerably by consolidating four of the most useful ones into a single, easy-to-use dev...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 11, 2009, 9:15 am
The smell of cat litter boxes can be really offensive and the chore of cleaning them is one I’m sure everyone would avoid if they could. That’s where this top-of-its-class gadget comes in....
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 10, 2009, 8:15 am
If you’ve got shoeboxes full of old photos lying around that you want digitized, but lack the time or patience to do it - this portable print scanner is here to help, effortlessly saving your me...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 9, 2009, 2:14 pm
Suitcases can sure take up a lot of cupboard space, particularly if you’ve got a collection of sizes to accommodate a range of travel durations. This case however, called the Foldaway Carry On, ...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 8, 2009, 3:59 pm
Sony yesterday announced their new VAIO X Series Notebooks which the company claims are the world’s lightest, thanks to a carbon-fiber body construction. The 1.6-pound featherweight notebook is ...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 7, 2009, 2:33 pm
Amazon today announced a further price cut for their Kindle 2 e-reader to $259 (from a previous $299) and proved true to their word, introducing an international version that can be used beyond U.S. s...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 6, 2009, 2:17 pm
There’s no doubt about it, bacon is delicious. But cooking it is a rather messy and time-consuming affair best reserved for the weekend. Well, with this clever gadget called the No Mess Bacon Co...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 5, 2009, 1:13 pm
If you’re frequently called away from your desk, leaving your freshly-brewed coffee progressing from hot to tepid to undrinkable - this multi-function gadget is here to make your workdays a litt...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 4, 2009, 9:19 am
We’ve seen The Original Series Tricorder and Type-1 Phaser replicas before, but how about an Original Series Communicator that you can use as a functioning VOIP Internet phone. Pretty sweet, huh...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 3, 2009, 8:35 am
If you worry about your kitty prowling the neighborhood at night and potentially getting lost or injured, this electronic barrier should provide some piece of mind. Called the Only Hidden Cat Fence, i...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 2, 2009, 1:46 pm
... minutes pass) and the heat from which gradually activates the aromatherapy oils, filling your bedroom with the scent of that morning ... called Energy and Stress Relief. You can even add your ...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Oct 1, 2009, 2:01 pm
If you love to let your adventurous spirit run wild with a spot of star gazing, but have trouble seeing even the brightest of stars thanks to city pollution and ambient light - this here planetary pr...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 30, 2009, 2:39 pm
If you’re in the market for a compact netbook with healthy screen real estate and a budget price, HP’s got you covered with their new NVIDIA Ion-powered Mini 311. Equipped with an 11.6-inc...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 29, 2009, 3:28 pm
Lenovo’s new NVIDIA Ion packing IdeaCenter Q110 Nettop is now available for sale - sporting a 1.6GHz Intel Atom processor, 2GB of RAM and a 160GB hard drive, with a price starting at $399. Meas...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 28, 2009, 2:06 pm
You can’t beat a good reflexology session, but who can afford the time and expense of frequent professional treatments? Well, thanks to this gadget called the Reflexology Massager, you can reduc...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 26, 2009, 7:55 am
If you’re in need of a covert spy-gadget, or simply want an inconspicuous way of taking audio and video notes at meetings - this device has got you covered. Called The Video Camera Pen, it is de...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 26, 2009, 6:22 am
Looking for a covert video recorder for your next spy mission? Worried about misplacing your Video Camera Pen? Well fear not. This gadget, called the Wristwatch Camcorder, provides hands-free video re...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 25, 2009, 1:55 pm
If you’re keen on outdoor astronomy, boating, bird-watching or any other activity where high-power, yet portable optics are a must - this piece of pro kit would be brilliant. Called the Telescop...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 24, 2009, 2:47 pm
Adobe yesterday announced their new Photoshop Elements 8 image editing and Premiere Elements 8 video editing software, which both include a number of new additions and improvements. Available in eithe...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 23, 2009, 2:35 pm
... twice the battery life of your iPhone alone and can even top-up your other USB gadgets when on-the-go. Crafted from a tough, glossy plastic, the MiLi Power Pack ... . The MiLi Power Pack can c...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 22, 2009, 2:11 pm
We caught a glimpse of the remarkable 5.11 Tactical Light For Life Ultracapacitor Flashlight with its incredible 90-second full recharge time back in November - but now, thanks to our friends over at ...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 21, 2009, 3:01 pm
Pentax recently announced their new 12.4-megapixel K-X DSLR camera which while targeting an entry-level price point, manages to pack a number of pro features including 11-point autofocus, Live View an...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 20, 2009, 8:46 am
If you have trouble with neighborhood dogs barking incessantly and think you’re slowly being driven insane, don’t despair. This product, called the Ultrasonic Barking Dog Deterrent is sure...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 19, 2009, 8:11 am
Got befouled bling? Need an easy, yet effective way to get it gleaming? Well this here product, called the Best Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner promises to do just that, generating 42,000Hz of ultrasonic s...
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myster m. posted an article on Mark's Technology News - Sep 18, 2009, 2:18 pm
... of calm and also improve concentration. The trouble is, portable oxygen therapy units for everyday use are prohibitively expensive and difficult to come by. I’ve tried. But now, thanks to ...
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