From the monthly archives:

April 2009

Century Netbook Stand With DVD Super Multi-Drive

A Tokyo-based company, Century has rolled out a netbook stand that doubles as a DVD super multi-drive, so you can watch DVD’s and burn files on your netbook. This portable device supports DVD±R/+RW (8x), DVD±R DL/-RW (6x), DVD-RAM (5x) and CD-R/-RW (24x), and it measures 260mm x 190mm x 19mm and weighs in at 524g. Sadly, it’s only available in Japan at the moment, for around $100. [Product Page]

Softbank's Lacquered Cases for iPhone 3G

Softbank has recently launched a hi-resolution picture of their cool series of lacquered cases. The picture above shows six iPhone cases that are 100% hand-made. There are only 50 units for each design. Each cases retails for around 39,800 Yen ($407) in Japan. [Softbank via Akihabara via Upcoming Cell Phones]

Sexy MID Concept By Jan Rytir

by Isaiah on April 30, 2009 · 20 comments

Sexy MID Concept By Jan Rytir

Designer Jan Rytir has come out with this awesome looking piece of Mobile Internet Device (MID) concept. Measuring 180 x 80 x 20mm, this compact size MID integrates an ultra wide LCD touchscreen that boasts of OLED technology, a 47 buttons QWERTY keyboard, a trackball and powered by an Intel Atom processor. In addition, this sexy slider also comes with two USB slots, a microphone, an audio input, an SD card reader, stereo speakers and a docking connector. Unfortunately, it’s just a concept at this stage, but who knows it might come into production someday, hope so! Read more

Color Changing Luxeed U5 LED Keyboard

by Johan on April 30, 2009 · 0 comments

Color Changing Luxeed U5 LED Keyboard

The Luxeed U5 LED multicolor keyboard now support for Windows, Linux and Mac (previous versions were Windows only). The keyboard also makes changes to the LED system to reduce ghosting. Plus they’ve added a firmware updater utility and improved the responsiveness of the keys. The Luxeed U5 LED keyboard is now available for pre-order in Korea for KRW 99,000 ($77). Video after the jump. Read more

Oppo Digital BDP-83 Blu-ray Player

by Johan on April 30, 2009 · 0 comments

Oppo Digital BDP-83 Blu-ray Player

Oppo Digital has unveiled the release date and pricing info of its latest Blu-ray player, the BDP-83. The player features BonusView and BD-Live support, VRS de-interlacing and scaling capabilities, a 7.1-channel analog output, a dedicated stereo output, USB connectivity and Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD audio codecs support. Each purchase of the BDP-83 comes with a backlit remote control. You can purchase the BDP-83 for $599. [Electronista]

Digitalrise G80 MicroPC

by Johan on April 30, 2009 · 0 comments

Digitalrise G80 MicroPC

Yinlips has recently released the Digitalrise G80 MicroPC, which is an affordable Mobile Internet Devices (MID) that is priced at only $189.99 each. The portable gadget comes jam packed with Samsung S3C443 533MHz CPU, a 4.3-inch touchscreen display at 480 x 272 resolution, a 64MB internal memory, a miniSD memory card slot, Windows CE 5.0 operating system, Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity. Each purchase comes with some accessories such as flexible roll-up keyboard, neck strap, a 2GB microSD memory card and three data cables. [Product Page]

Buffalo MiniStation Red

by Johan on April 30, 2009 · 1 comment

Buffalo MiniStation Red

Buffalo comes back with its new external storage solutions. Dubbed as the Buffalo MiniStation Red, this hard drive weights at only 190 grams and comes in 250GB, 320GB and 500GB storage capacities. This 2.5-inch external hard drive also features SecureLock Mobile technology and Turbo USB 2.0 interface, which is claimed to offer 20% faster data transfer that the usual USB 2.0 interface. [AVING]

Dell's New Art Choices For Studio Notebooks

Dell has released more art choices for its Studio notebooks. Buyers of 15- and 17-inch models can now choose more than 120 designs, for a total of over 200. The art is divided into some categories including artists, patterns and plain colors, and a special (PRODUCT) Red series. Some artists involved in producing the new designs include Filth, OBVLN, Deanne Cheuk, Maya Hayuk and Korakrit Arunanondchai. The standard base cost of a customized Studio starts at approximately $734, and ranges up to $1,184 or more depending on options. Read more

Energizer's Induction Charge Station for Wii

Here is the Energizer-branded Induction Charge Station that uses induction to achieve wireless charging of the Wii remotes. The charge station for Wii is pre-order now for $50 each. You can charge up to two Wiimotes simultaneously with or without having to remove their protective silicone sleeve. [LikeCool via Video Game Blog]

Auto-Rotate Wooden Projection Clock

by Johan on April 30, 2009 · 0 comments

Auto-Rotate Wooden Projection Clock

The Auto-Rotate Wooden Projection Clock is the latest timepiece for home from Oregon Scientific. The clock is able to throw the current time in either vertical or horizontal formats, depending on your preference. Its large display shows not only the time, but also the interior temperature and the weather forecast for the next 12-24 hours. The Auto-Rotate Wooden Projection Clock retails for $130 each. [PopGadget]