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Primus Telecom offer shaped mobile broadband

There has been a new mobile broadband service launched by Primus Telecom which will not charge excess on your data when you have reached your data allowance, it will be speed-shaped once your limit is reached.

CEO of Primus, Ravi Bhatia said in a statement “Today’s consumers want the freedom to be online at any time and the existing mobile broadband pricing packages have potential risk for excessive and unexpected download charges, often amounting to several hundred dollars in a month”.

So, once you have reached your monthly data allowance, for the remainder of the monthly billing period it will be shaped at 64Kbps.

If we take a look at the Primus speedster site, we can see that practical speeds for the service will be 384Kbps to 3.6Mbps for HSDPA devices, 200Kbps to 384Kbps for 3G and 20Kbps to 40Kbps for 2G.

Primus is offering 6GB for $39.95 per month with a free modem on a 24-month contract as a special offer for September.

Andrew Sims, General Manager of Products and Marketing said in a statement, “In our experience, 6GB of data allowance per month is more than sufficient for an average internet user,” There are other price plans going live on the website this afternoon, these will be $29.95 for 1GB, or $19.95 bundled with a mobile and $79.95 for 12GB, or $69.95 with a mobile.

The product uses Optus’ mobile network, and if the customer wishes for extra data allowance they can go on-line and by it using their account toolbox.

The company have made some changes to introduce the new shaping, they moved away from a complete resale off Optus products, and they are now chandelling everything through its own network and doing a lot of the provisioning work itself, So basically Primus are less reliant on Optus.

The service will be provided using the Huawei E220 modem, which runs on 2,100MHz.

Source: zdnet

Kensington offer new iPhone/iPod battery pack and chargers

We are always searching for new accessories for our iPhone and iPods, one company that normally offer some great stuff has to be Kensington. They have now launched a range of new battery packs and chargers.

These ranges of charges will work with the standard 2G iPhone as well as the 3G version, as well as your Apple iPod. There is also a new car charger from Kensington as well. Read more

Truphone app: Low-priced international calling for the iPhone

You know what it is like, you go to another country for a holiday or business and you have to make an important call on your iPhone. Things all seem fine at first, until you get home and are hit with a huge phone bill. Well Truphone have a great new app that will offer Low-priced international calling for the iPhone. Read more

Balanzza digital luggage scale for travelers

Have you ever packed your suit case only to wonder if it is over the weight limit, i know i have and it has cost me an extra fee at the airport. Well now Balanzza have a new product that will be able to save you all the hassle before you get to the airport. Read more

Verizon gets Visual Voicemail

For those of you looking for an alternative to your voicemail, you can be pleased that users on Verizon will now be able to have Visual Voicemail on your Voyager.

Voyager users who are running software version VK10KV09 will have the ability to watch and listen to your messages without dialling that *86 each time, a feature that iPhone users have been enjoying for a while now.

The application itself is free, but to use the service will cost $2.99 per month not including data charges. For those of you without a VCAST plan, look away as you will be charged $1.99 per MB. So careful use is advised unless you want to end up with a whopping bill. The App also allows you to store 40 messages for 40 days and have 10 separate greetings based on caller-IDS which is very useful.

Since the service isn’t entirely free, it may not please many of you Voyager users out there, but at least it’s good that they are looking to improve things for the future.

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2 Ecoman EC10156 Micro Bullet RC Helicopter

So it is a nice day outside and you are staring outside of the window wondering what you can do. Well I think that I might just have the answer, get yourself 2 Ecoman EC10156 Micro Bullet RC Helicopters.

These micro radio controlled helicopters are very popular at the moment; the reason for this is the fun factor as well as the cheap price.

These small helicopters are both agile and fast; they can fly up to 50 feet in height. There are a number of great features on these Ecoman EC10156 Micro Bullet RC Helicopters, these include:

Altitude & Rotor Speed Control, Brake for Easy Landing, Built-In Li-Poly Battery for Long Flying Time, Flight Stabilizing System, Miniature Design for Indoor Flying, Recharges Through Transmitter, Super wide IR Control, fly up to 3 helicopters at the same time and a Unique Rotor-Blade System for Steady Lift Off.

Currently Woot have these mini rc helicopters on offer for just $19.99

Hands-on: Fire-starting Torch by Wicked Lasers

Before I start talking about “The Torch” from Wicked Lasers let me tell you in advance that there are loads of images that I have taken below this hands-on review, I have also added videos from Wicked Lasers site as well.

Now when I got a phone call from another team member on this site about reviewing a torch, I thought to myself “What the hell can I write about a torch, it is just a torch”, well I was totally wrong there because this is not an ordinary torch, it is The Torch.

When I received this torch it came in tatty old boxes, but this is just a review product, we are sure if you bought one you would get it in a mint condition box Read more

2009 MAZDA Details: CX-9, MAZDA6, CX-7, MAZDA5, RX-8 & More

MAZDA6 Sports Sedan - The 2009 MAZDA6 is all new, and built specifically for the North American market. Lessons learned from the first MAZDA6 and Mazda’s newer successful vehicles - especially the Mazda CX-7 and award-winning CX-9 - encouraged a clean-sheet approach to building the best mid-size sports sedan the US market has ever experienced.

All efforts have been focused on a single four-door sedan bodystyle offered in two basic series: the MAZDA6 i powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and the MAZDA6 s powered by a 3.7-liter V-6. The lineup also includes a comprehensive choice of equipment levels, interior colors and distinct interior trims Read more

Verizon Wireless and Motorola announce Motorola Adventure V750

Verizon Wireless and Motorola, Inc. announced that the Motorola Adventure V750, a rugged Push to Talk phone designed for the most extreme conditions, will be available beginning today through business sales channels and online at verizonwireless.com.

Ideal for the highly-mobile and active individual, the feature-rich V750 offers a durable and reliable solution for Verizon Wireless Push to Talk customers and leverages the high-speeds of the Verizon Wireless Evolution-Data Optimized Read more

Comparison: Sprint’s Everything Plan and the AT&T Nation Plan

Building on the popularity of Sprint’s $99 Simply EverythingSM plan that includes more features than other carriers’ “unlimited” plans, Sprint Talk/Message/Data Share plans for families include unlimited messaging and data on two phones for one low price. 

With Sprint plans that include all the services customers want for one low price, customers can have peace of mind that they’re getting a lower price and more value than major competitors offer.  In addition, Sprint’s EVDO Rev A network offers five times more mobile broadband coverage than the AT&T 3G network, based on square miles Read more

Panasonic HTiB Boasts Blu-ray, SD Memory Card Slot and iPod Dock

We all love things much more simple in our busy lives these days, so that’s why many of us eat fast food, microwave food or just prefer to eat out. When it comes to electronics, it’s also nice to get a device that’s got-it-all and that’s just what Panasonics new gadget has. This is Panasonic’s first home theater in a box (HTiB) and it sports Blu-ray, an SD Memory Card Slot and iPod Dock. See the press release below for more information.

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company has announced that its first home theater in a box (HTiB) system with an integrated Blu-ray Disc player will be available for purchase in late Spring, with a suggested retail price of $999.95. The new model, SC-BT100, is the perfect complement to a high definition, flat panel large screen TV.

The new model epitomizes Panasonic’s emphasis on media friendly capabilities. It is made for iPod* and features an advanced integrated dock which not only recharges an iPod but plays music or video through the home theater system, displays audio tracks and menus on the TV screen and operates with the supplied remote control. Its SD Memory Card slot offers simple playback of digital images or original video footage in either standard or High Definition AVCHD format. The optical input offers simple digital 5.1channel audio connection for a set-top box, digital video recorder and game system.

“The Panasonic SC-BT100 home theater system is the best of both worlds,” says Paul Sabo, national marketing manager for Panasonic Home Audio. “It combines the installation ease and user-friendly operation of an HTiB plus the features and performance of high-end audio/video components, including full High Definition 1080p resolution Blu-ray video, wireless rear speakers and 7.1channel upgradeability. This is the simple, ideal solution for those embarking on the high definition home theater experience.”

The SC-BT100 can be upgraded to wireless full 7.1 channel sound with the optional purchase of two side speakers and a transceiver. It is equipped with Viera Link™ HDAVI control, HDMI digital A/V connectivity for one-touch operation of all the components including a Panasonic High Definition TV.

The Blu-ray Disc player boasts the Final Standard Profile for advanced functions such as Bonus View and audio mixing, which allows the consumer to switch the sound between the main and sub windows.

In addition to superb video, this system delivers advanced state-of-the-art audio. Its built-in receiver is compatible with the state-of-the-art audio codecs, including: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD, DTS-HD, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS-HD Master Audio, and Linear PCM.

The Kelton-design subwoofer features a driver anchored to the cabinet and a passive radiator to reduce vibration and noise while delivering more dynamic bass. The front and center channel speakers are made with a bamboo diaphragm which provides a tightly intertwined fiber to deliver greater rigidly and accuracy. To allow viewers to enjoy surround sound effects without disturbing others, the system even has Whisper-mode Surround™, which dynamically boosts bass and surround-channel levels as the volume is turned down to provide a full surround effect even at low volume.

HD Radio from iLuv: i169 with iPod Dock and Dual Alarm Clock and i168

iLuv, the leader in innovative approaches to audio systems, announced today two new HD Radio units, the i168 and i169. The iLuv i169 HD Radio unit with iPod Dock and Dual Alarm Clock will be available early May 2008 with an MSRP of $169.99 and the i168 HD Radio with Dual Alarm Clock will be available in mid April 2008 with an MSRP of $89.99. Both will be available online at www.i-luv.com as well as JC Penny, Electronics Expo and J&R Music.

“HD Radio technology greatly expands AM and FM broadcasting capabilities with crystal-clear digital sound, text on the screen and hundreds of new digital FM channels,” said Howard Kim, iLuv Marketing Manager. “We are pleased to offer this technology in our distinctive products.”

i169 HD Radio with iPod Dock and Dual Alarm Clock:
The i169 HD Radio with iPod Dock and Dual Alarm Clock features crystal-clear, digital stereo for FM and AM HD Radio stations and multicast channels. The i169 displays information from the HD Radio station including song name, band, frequency and more. It also receives standard analog AM and FM stereo and includes PLL tuning digital tuning technology. There are 30 programmable presets for radio stations (10 for AM / 20 for FM). The new HD Radio dock also plays and charges your iPod and the digital dual alarm clock function allows you to wake to iPod, AM/FM radio, or buzzer. It also includes an auxiliary line input for any audio devices with 3.5mm jack and remote control. www.i-luv.com

i168 HD Radio Unit with Dual Alarm Clock:
The i168 HD Radio unit with Dual Alarm Clock provides crystal-clear, digital stereo for FM and AM HD Radio stations and multicast channels.. Functions include station and song information display, analog AM and FM stereo reception, PLL tuning digital tuning technology and programmable presets for 30 radio stations (10 for AM / 20 for FM) and an auxiliary line input for any audio devices with 3.5mm jack. The liquid-crystal display (LCD) and dual alarm clock features a digital clock and date display with the option to wake up to AM/FM radio or buzzer and includes a mute function.

Visit i-luv.com

Honda develops device to help the disabled and elderly walk

When it comes to developing cars Honda are one of the best in the business however; the Japanese automaker also develops other things like a jet as well as that cool looking walking robot called Asimo. Getting Asimo walking on its own was a hard but worthwhile task and Honda are about to put that kind of technology to good use.

Honda will be taking some of its robotic technology to the International Trade Fair where they will showcase the technology that they used for the robot to walk unaided and will offer it as a unique aid to help the disabled and elderly walk. These devices will be available in three sizes and will use brushless DC motors which are powered by lithium ion batteries. These batteries will allow you to use the device for about 2 hours between charges.

Auto Companies such as Honda do take a lot of criticism from tree huggers who do not like how some of their cars pollute our earth; however they do not think about all the good work that they do to help how we live our lives. What I would like to know is would a person who works for someone like Greenpeace turn one of these walking devices down if they had trouble walking, knowing that it has been developed with money from and auto maker.

Source - AutoBlog

Sky HD vs Freeview HD: Ofcom confirms final plans for high definition

The day that Sky HD was released I got the service as I wanted the best for my large HDTV, but after one year and the contact had ended, I left Sky HD, as there was not enough HD channels. Today we are hearing that Ofcom has published its plans that will overhaul digital terrestrial television in the UK, this includes information on the planned launch of Freeview HD in 2008. Ofcom wants all multiplex operators to use the QAM-64 digital transmission mode, this will allow for a greater number of channels to be broadcast per multiplex and also multiplex B will end up carrying high definition channels.

Sky HD charges an extra £10 for its HD channels which are just the same channels you get in standard definition, really they should be giving this as a free offer but that would be too good for the customer I guess. To that happens, the only free HD channels we are going to see will be Freeview HD. Hit the read link below for more information on Ofcom’s final plan for Freeview HD.

Source: Read

Bluelounge Sanctuary all in one charger station set up: Compatible for over 1500 gadgets

This product has to be the hottest around at the moment and I will definitely be buying one, welcome to the Bluelounge Sanctuary charging station.

The Sanctuary all in one charger station set up basically has all the wires within it you could possibly need, it has a power source and 11 different types of plugs plus a USB socket.

It is compatible with well over 1,500 gadgets which is very good indeed, charges phones like the iPhone, iPods etc. The looks of it is pretty decent as well so with all the above and looking good this has to be a real winner in my eyes.

You can buy this now for only $129.95 which is a bargain.

Source – Bluelounge via Geeky gadgets

iH69 iPod Computer Speaker System

Do you like to listen to your music on your iPod while you are working at your computer if so then these could be just what you are looking for?

The iH69 iPod Computer Speaker System docks, charges, plays and syncs your iPod and computer audio and sounds as good as some of the larger computer speaker options out there.

The iH69 also has a remote control and is built on 20-watt, 2.5″ Reson8 speakers.

This system is due to hit our stores sometime in June.

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Rapper The Game: Released From Jail

It has been confirmed by Rapper The Game that he did secure an early release from jail last weekend.

The Game who’s real name is Jayceon Taylor, was first reported to have been freed on Monday after serving just eight days of a 60-day sentence, after pleading guilty to felony gun charges relating to an incident at a basketball game in 2007.

The Game said in a statement that “I apologise for the conflicting news on my release, but, due to the sensitive negotiations on this matter, I felt it appropriate not to give an exact date on my release. I am truly grateful to my attorney, family and management for doing a great job in this respect. Upon my release I went directly to the studio with producers Cool & Dre and recorded several records, including my street record Big Dreams. Thank you to all my fans as well for the support“.

It’s said that although he has been released he still has to complete 150 hours of community service and is on probation for three years.

What do you think about his early release?

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Lightning GT: the electric supercar available to order

You may have seen this car on the net or in magazines over the past few months but finally this UK based electric car is now available to order.

The GT has a carbon fibre body and an advanced battery system able to supply the equivalent of around 640bhp to four motors.

Lightning claims one version would be capable of 0-60mph in less than four seconds, and a ‘long-life’ version would be capable of 250 miles between battery recharges.

To order one of these cars you will need a deposit of £15,000 with a final price of around £150,000.

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The Cycool Concept Keeps You Looking Good In Style

If you’re looking to lose weight and tone up with an exercise bike, but don’t like the look of the big, bulky ones the Cycool concept is for you. The Cycool Concept bike allows you to burn calories without breaking a sweat. Read more

Mischa Barton charged with two driving offences and for drugs possession

It has been reported that Mischa Barton has been charged with two driving offences and for drugs possession.

Police reported that Mischa’s car straddling two lanes of traffic, before failing to signal when making a turn. Read more

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