Here’s another useful device that can save you from red light cameras and speed cameras, the Red Light Camera Detector. The gadget sports a 1.6-inch OLED display and a built-in GPS that comes pre-loaded with approximately 6,000 red light and speed camera locations in the U.S. and Canada. So here’s how it works, whenever you’re approaching a camera or passing over the speed limit, this smart device will automatically warn you using its voice or visual alerts. What’s more, the database can also be updated every month via the manufacturer’s website for free for a year and then $19.95 per month thereafter. The Red Light Camera Detector will set you back $199.95. [Product Page via ChipChick]
Designer Craigton Berman has creatively created the Coil Lamp, which is a table lamp made from a 100-foot orange extension cord, wrapped around an acrylic frame. This lamp is a cool decoration in your living room. If you want one, you can order it via Craighton Berman’s website. The D.I.Y. version (B.Y.O. extension cord) retails for $75, while a hand-coiled edition, which is signed and serial numbered by the artist, is priced at $150. More
Amazon will release their famous Amazon Kindle 2 and the Kindle DX for the mass market. These e-Book reader will be available in 100 countries, which means that Amazon wants to dominate the e-Book reader market. You can pre-order the Amazon Kindle for $279 each. The gadget will be shipped on October 19th, 2009. [PMPToday]
Amazon has started selling the Archos 5 Internet Tablet. In case you didn’t know, the gadget is a 4.3-inch (800 x 480) touchscreen PMP with WiFi, 3.5G connectivity and GPS. The cool part of the Archos 5 is that it supports HDTV out via an HDMI output. Other features include an optional DVR station, Web TV and Web Radio, instant messaging, DroidIn, Twitroid, Deezer for music streaming, Dailymotion, ThinkFree Mobile, etc. The 160GB Archos 5 Internet Tablet is priced at $389.99 each. [Amazon via iPod and MP3 Players]
Emerge Technologies has rolled out its latest retractable universal notebook charger called the ReTrak. Designed specifically for people on the go, this small and lightweight 90W charger features fully retractable cords that can extend almost three meters, two USB ports for charging multiple devices (iPods, Blackberrys, MP3 players etc) and works with over 7000 notebook models. The ReTrak Universal Charger retails for $99.99. [Press Release]
Fitbit has finally rolled out its Personal Fitness Checker for the mass market. Priced at $99 a pop, the device clips to your clothes and monitors your daily activities including distances traveled, exercise intensity, sleep patterns, and calorie consumption. The Fitbit uses a 3D motion sensor to obtain important data and will transmit that data to the wireless base station when you are near it. You can then log on to the Fitbit site in order to see your health progress. In addition, the Fitbit Personal Fitness Checker also has an OLED display for monitoring purposes. Its battery provides enough juice for up to 10 days of operation time. [Fitbit]
FDA has finally approved SonoSite’s NanoMaxx Ultrasound System, which means the gadget will be released stateside very soon. Weighing at only 6-pounds (2.7-Kg), the NanoMaxx Ultrasound System is perfect for busy clinics, ambulances, emergency rooms, and elsewhere that ultrasound is needed. The system uses the company’s advanced proprietary imaging algorithms, including SonoMB and SonoAdapt to provide high quality images. Additional features include a touchscreen display, a fast boot-up time of under 20-seconds and the ability to be used with five transducers to support a wide range of examinations and procedures. [SonoSite via Street Insider]
Here’s another conceptual yet innovative piece of work, the Crank Up Battery by Qian Jiang. This portable device acts as a power source for your rechargeable battery, in case you find yourself under a situation where’s there’s no available power source. Just simply put your rechargeable battery into this handy hand crank battery charger and start cranking. 5 minutes of cranking should give you about 45% of power. Definitely a brilliant concept! More
This modern Digital Peephole Viewer will soon replace the old optical peephole in your house. You can easily replace your existing peep hole with this viewer in five minutes. The device is easy to use. You just need to press the button to view, and then press it once again to zoom in. The Digital Peephole Viewer requires a couple of AA batteries that will last about 1,700 views. The Digital Peephole Viewer is priced at AU$159.95 or around US$138. [Product Page]
A French company Withings has announced the US availability of the WiFi Body Scale, which is claimed to be the world’s first WiFi-enabled body scale. It is a useful tool for those who are concerned about their health and are interested in monitoring the benefits and progress of their diet and exercise plan. The WiFi Body Scale automatically recognizes up to 8 users the moment they step on the scale and adds the stats to their individual tracking graphs. Users can check out their progress report instantly on the web or on your the WiScale iPhone application. The Withings WiFi Body Scale is now available for $159 each. [Product Page]
