Myvu Viewing Experince

The concept of a TV you can watch from behind the lenses of a pair of eyeglasses has been something seen only sci-fi movies. But in the last few years these devices have become common. For a long while it was relegated to niche application-helicopter pilots, military field work- head mounted displays have made a leap into the mainstream.

One such offering is the Myvu crystal. The devuice is so simple to use that it doesn't even have a manual-just acardboard sheet explaining which cable to use depending on whether you are using an iPod, Zune, Archos, PSP or some other video device.

Its images are in focus , sharp and easy to watch. The only set back is that at $300 it is not cheap.

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Squeeze Box Radio and Squeeze Box Touch from Logitech

Logitech just introduced its Squeezebox Radio, a clock radio-sized speaker system that streams Internet radio, online music services and songs stored on your computer.

Called a “network music player” — it uses 802.11g — the radio has integrated speakers and a 2.4-inch LCD with which you can view playlists and other information. The ‘box has neat social network integration, pairing with Facebook, Rhapsody, Pandora, Slacker, iTunes, Sirius, and Last.fm and more for music recommendations and tunes, respectively.

Compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux, it can handle MP3, FLAC, WMA, WMA Lossless, AAC, Apple Lossless, WAV, and AIFF.

Logitech also announced the step-up Squeezebox Touch model, distinguished by a 4.3-inch touchscreen and outputs for connecting directly to a home entertainment system.

The Touch can also play tracks directly from USB drives and SD cards.

OLED  Notebook By SAMSUNG Come 3Q 2010

Displays made from OLEDs, which stands for organic light-emitting diode, have far more brightness and contrast than typical backlit LCD displays. Color reproduction and refresh rates are better too, with active-matrix OLED displays (”AMOLEDs”) reproducing four times as many colours   as a typical LCD display and sporting faster refresh rates. They’re also more power efficient.

Consumers will see the first commercial OLED laptops a year from now, Samsung said during the weekend at the IFA show in Berlin, Germany.

CKyu Uhm, Head  of Worldwide Sales and Marketing for Samsung Computing Division, reportedly said that the company would look to release towards end of 2010.

Swiss Perfection


The Swiss watch manufacturer called Ulysse Nardin have decided to hop on the mobile phone express and created their own luxury smartphone called the Chairman. What's most surprising about it is not the exterior, but rather its specs list. The Chairman packs a 2.8-inch capacitive multi-touch screen, a 5 megapixel camera, has Wi-Fi connectivity and a fingerprint scanner used for unlocking the thing. Being the world's first hybrid-powered smartphone, featuring a regular rechargeable battery plus a watch-like kinetic rotor system. It allows passive recharging on the battery while you are on the move - just like a wrist watch. Unfortunately, there is no word how much power will this kinetic system produce. The Ulysse Nardin will offer the extraordinary Chairman in Stealth Black, Rose Gold, Rose Gold & Blue, Rose Gold & Steel and Steel & Blue.

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Ghost Rider





Ghost is a concept bike that features precise aerodynamics in its unique and functional design. The bike has been designed keeping huge similarities with a flying falcon and was inspired from the bike tribute of ‘Ghost Rider’. The designer has put his ideas of his young and reckless mind into paper to create this wonderful thrilling bike that can offer un-parallel fun to those who are really in need for speed.
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Paperless Morning Paper

IN is an innovative newspaper concept that is based on a flexible display and comprises Wi-Fi technology for its operational efficiency. The screen is attached with a frame that shows current time and other related information into a LED display. The frame can be fitted in front of your bed with embedded, and the device will wake you up alarm at your desired time with an updated feed of news on its large, crystal clear LCD display. This IN Newspaper design has won Bronze award from IDEA.

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Calypso the Shark



Calypso is a concept sports car with aggressive and strong but yet simple design line inspired by the sharks. The cutting edge simple design of this single-seater sports car has made it unusual from others. But the key amazing feature of this car is the pulled out rear-view mirrors from the cars hood which will not only improve aerodynamics but the visual elegance of this car will also achieve a new level. This extraordinary rear-view mirror also includes left and right indicator light that allows easier and better sight for the other drivers. Altogether, the combination of stylish white body with black tinted glass, this car will be appreciated by any sports lovers.
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Fairy Fashion

No the lady in the picture above is not Cinderella and neither has she had a visit from the fairy godmother. This is the future of fashion in woven fiber optics designed by Lumigram.he future of fashion in woven fiber optics designed by Lumigram.This the future of fashion in woven fiber optics designed by Lumigram.For all those who want to make the ultimate fashion statement with stylish and innovative clothing, for special events, for luxury decoration of Homes, Hotels, Retail outlets... LumiGram high tech fashion & decoration will light up your night. But high fashion comes at high price, the one above costs 1599 euros.

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THE FUTURE FORCE WARRIOR



Smart fabrics that integrate optical components into the weave of the material to facilitate the dissemination of critical or creative data are attracting much attention these days. In the United States, the Future Force Warrior program is at the forefront of the military's work in this direction. Similar programs are taking place in other countries, including Slovenia's 21st Century Warrior, Australia's Land 125, Portugal's Soldado du Futuro, FELIN in France, the Sweedish Markus program, Germany's Infantryman of the Future, the UK's Future infantry System program, and Israel's Advanced Infantry System program. In each case, the focus is on bringing advanced communication and logistical tools to the soldier in the field.

The Future Force Warrior program at the Natick Army Research Center (NARC; Natick, MA), is looking at new kinds of body armor, the materials of the uniform, how to integrate and use the onboard computer, eyewear, weapons systems, network access, and other communications, physiological monitoring, power systems, energy harvesting. In fact the whole concept according to NARC is to see the soldier as a system of systems.
Image Source: NARC; Physiacal Optics.