Fujitsu E-paper

Fujistu showed off its 8 inch and 12 inch e-paper models at the Fujitsu Forum 2008 in Japan. Depending on the size, the e-paper weights between 320 grams and 480 grams. [Digitimes]

Fujistu showed off its 8 inch and 12 inch e-paper models at the Fujitsu Forum 2008 in Japan. Depending on the size, the e-paper weights between 320 grams and 480 grams. [Digitimes]

Tired of dealing with dead batteries? Not anymore with this new Wind ‘N Go Freedom Shaver. Nothing is really fancy about this new shaver, except for the fact that is is hand-powered. Just crank this baby for 1 minute and you’ll get 2 minutes of shaving. Of course I’d recommend winding it for more than just one minute at a time. Available now for just $46. [Gearlog]

EchoStar’s SlingModem is a cable modem that comes equipped with an integrated Slingbox features. This modem will be available via respective cable providers where end users have an option of purchasing it or leasing it. Pricing info is still unknown. [SlashGear]
Fiesta(www.fiestrabbq.com) has introduced its revolutionary touch-screen digital controller grill called the Blue Ember 650 iQue’ at the 2008 National Hardware Show, May 6 -8 in Las Vegas. It features a digital temperature setting that enables optimum control management system including preprogrammed meat settings to cook steak, chicken, etc., and even lowers the grill temperature when the meat is done. You can get the Blue Ember 650 nationwide at Lowe’s, Sears and the Home Depot. [AVING]

The Astek Mentor is a Windows CE 5.0-based e-reader that boasts a 6 inch E-Ink touchscreen display with 170dpi, 4 grayscales, and 800 x 600 pixel resolution. The gadget also sports Samsung S3C2443 400MHz processor, 64MB RAM, 4GB flash memory, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, two USB 2.0 ports, a 3.5mm headphone jack and an SD card memory card slot. No word on pricing so far. [WindowsForDevices]

Catch the latest design from Takeshi Miyakawa design, with this amazing cube furniture “Fractal 23″. This big wooden block can transform into a usable storage furniture that has 23 drawers, it even has several holes that you can place things in. [Dvice]

Dimplex North America has unveiled a new outdoor electric fireplace, the Rockport Outdoor electric fireplace, at the 2008 National Hardware Show. This nice looking fireplace combines a charming natural, fieldstone look with three sealed planter boxes. Featuring the look of a natural stone hearth and a realistic flame, this unit also comes with speakers and MP3 input for easy entertaining. [DimplexOutdoors]

Designed by Jordi Vayreda of Jordivayreda Projectteam (Spain), this “floating staircase” is unique in concept. It’s magically sprouting from the wall with a minimum of materials, then again, it looks horribly dangerous, as there’s no handrail on the side to prevent you from losing your balance and toppling off. [Jordivayreda]

Korean news agency Yonhap reported that Korea has developed the latest stealth technology for radar-evading stealth fighters. The Agency for Defense Development (ADD) is preparing for a test flight of an F-4 fighter equipped with this new advanced technology. South Korea has a plan to begin purchasing up to 60 stealth fighter jets, like F-22s or F-35s, in 2012 for deployment until 2019. [Fareastgizmos]