Sometimes when you are stressed out all you need is a little sign from someone else that everything is going to be alright. This new SOS device, which stands for Stress Outsourced System is a wearable unit that will hold wireless signaling technology to send an SOS to fellow users worldwide when you are feeling stressed. Other users can then send you back a relief signal which you will receive in the form of a haptic massage. It is all of the comforts of a massage from a complete stranger but with none of the creepiness. [GizMag]
If you are at all familiar with BBC automotive program known as Top Gear, then you know all about that mysterious character who never takes his mask off called only “The Stig”. Well it looks like he is getting his very own helicopter released in his honor, and even if you aren’t a fan of the show it looks like a whole lot of fun to play with. The helicopter will feature twin rotors which allow for a much higher level of maneuverability compared to single tail rotor helicopters. The best part is that this one won’t break your bank, retailing at just $60. [CrunchGear]
The Segway, back when it was first released was supposed to be the new age of modern pedestrian transportation, although it never quite caught on as well as the company had hoped. Now, the German manufacturer called Ewee has created their own Segway-like device called the Ewee-PT. The PT, which stands for personal transporter, uses the same mechanisms as the Segway and is capable of reaching speeds up to 16 km/h. The Ewee-PT will come pre-assembled and ready to use out of the box and will cost $1,039. [SlashGear]
The rumble feature is something that has been prominent in video games for quite some time now, but that has been limited mostly to controllers. That is until we saw this new ASUS CineVibe Gaming Headset. The vibrations here are tuned to low frequency sounds and are not tuned in to game related events so that means this will not be a force feedback system. These headphones will also be driver-less and will work flawlessly with either Mac or PC. If you need to get some rumble in your eardrums these headphones will set you back about $80. [EverythingUSB]
If you are the type of person who works in situations where light is required but the hands to hold said light just aren’t available then the GorillaTorch is definitely for you. It features both white and red LED lights as well as a strobe mode allowing you to choose the right type of light for any given situation. At its brightest setting the GorillaTorch will be able to run continuously for 20 hours, while you will get 20 hours on the economy setting. The batterer even slide in all in the same direction to make changing them in the dark a snap. This one is available for $34.00. [7Gadgets]
Samsung has collaborated with TeleHealth Services to launch the 458 Series LCD TVs that is specially designed for use in hospitals. Available in 26-inch and 32-inch models, these UL-approved LCD TVs come with TeleHealth Services’ proprietary TIGR patient education system that gives patients access to educational videos anytime they want. What’s more, these TVs also have USB ports that allow patients to access multimedia content of their choice. [TeleHealth]
Daryl Brach has designed the Cray-1 casemod that is built primarily out of plywood. In case you didn’t know, the Cray-1 was a supercomputer designed, manufactured, and marketed by Cray Research in 1979. Daryl’s version measures in at just 25.6-inches tall, making it a 1/3rd scale model of the original 77-inch tall, 5.5 ton Cray-1. The case mod even has the padded seats around the outside of the computer just like the original version. The Cray-1 Casemod features a pair of modern PCs in the base, which are more powerful than the original Cray-1. [bit-tech.net]
If you are searching for a new portable Blu-ray player this week, then check out the new RCA BRC3108. This 10-inch portable Blu-ray player comes equipped with a rechargeable battery, an integrated stereo speakers, a headphone jack, a 1080p HDMI output and bundled car/ AC adapters and a carrying bag with a headrest attachment for in-car use. This portable Blu-ray player can also play DVDs and CDs. If you want one, you can pre-order the BRC3108 Blu-ray player for $349.99 at Amazon. [Product Page]
The Panasonic Toughbook Permanent Display Removable Computer (PDRC) combines a vehicle-mounted display and full-functioning keyboard for heightened accessibility inside public safety vehicles. With an integrated vehicle-mounted display and keyboard, the upgraded PDRC works seamlessly with other Toughbook mobile computers including the Toughbook U1, H1 Field, 19 and 31. The PDRC’s 12.1-inch sunlight-viewable touchscreen ranges from two to 1,600 nit for optimal use in both pitch dark and extreme sunlight. Other specs include several USB ports, a durable backlit keyboard with five programmable function keys and a red back-lit programmable emergency key on the screen/ keyboard. The latest Toughbook PDRC is now available at an estimated street price of $2,279. [Panasonic]
Luxurite today released the Giant series 82-inch Glass TV, a two-way mirror with an LCD screen behind it. When the LCD is activated, you see the display. When it’s turned off, you see your reflection. This huge screen features a 1080p resolution, a 120,000:1 contrast ratio and a trio of HDMI inputs. For your info, the weather-proof Glass TV is also available in 15-inch, 17-inch, 19-inch, 22-inch and 42-inch sizes. [Luxurite]
