Archive for September, 2005
09-27-2005
BMW MP3 Sunwear
Why BMW wants us to wear these glasses, is a mystery to me. Oakley has failed before with a similar design and product and I really don’t think that a BMW logo on the side will make any difference.
The technical specs are also quite standard. The BMW Sunwear features Flash memory with an integrated USB device that can offer a steady stream of tunes in both an MP3 and Windows Media (WMA) format. The 512 MB model holds or stores eight hours of music in the MP3 format, 16 hours in Windows Media and can store up to 36 hours of voice recordings. For those who enjoy extended listening pleasure, the 1 GB model holds or stores 16 hours of music in the MP3 format, 32 hours in WMA format and stores up to 72 hours of voice recordings. The two models will retail for $295 and $395.
(Via Autoblog)
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09-26-2005
The Solar Power Purse
The brain behind this neat little purse is Joe Hynek who is a doctoral student in mechanical engineering at Iowa State University. This aptly named “power purse” is made of thin, flexible solar cells, that can recharge batteries and other electronic devices. Form and function in one stylish package.
(Via Treehugger)
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09-22-2005
Motorcyclists chill down with space technology
I know this picture looks kind of, eh, strange, but it’s definately not what it seems. This is actually a specially designed motorcycle jacket that keeps the rider cool inside the suit, helping to maintain a low body temperature even in sweltering desert temperatures. The technology used was originally developed for astronauts’ space suits. Internal cooling is needed to allow astronauts to withstand high temperatures occurring during sun exposure in open space.
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09-22-2005
Powerbutton wrist alarm for Joggers
Over at Doberman products they’ve devoloped a set of mobile security products. One of them is the Powerbutton aimed at the jogging community. You wear it on the wrist and if you come in distress all you need to do is to tap the button and the built in siren will sound. And then start running for your life (I guess).
(via Shiny Shiny)
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09-20-2005
Wearable device for balance disorders
Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University’s Neurological Sciences Institute and the University of Bologna have developed a portable “Ipod-like” device that can be used to help correct balance disorders. The Scientists believe this new device, based on auditory feedback of balance, can be worn on the belt like a pager to provide regular therapy for patients with balance disorders, improving their day-to-day activities.
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09-19-2005
Iogear WiFi Finder keychain
The GWF001 WiFi HotSpots Explorer is an RF wireless device operating on 2.4GHz that detects WiFi 802.11b and 802.11b/g signals, it can capture WiFi signal to avoid other interference such as 2.4GHz cordless telephone, A/V sender, Microwave ovens and Bluetooth device.
No longer need to boot up your notebook PC just to find out whether you are under Wireless LAN service coverage.
(via Mobiletechreview)
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09-17-2005
Intelligent clothing inspired by pine cones
A new type of ’smart’ clothing which adapts to changing temperatures to keep the wearer comfortable is being developed using nature as a guide.
The wearables will use the latest in micro technology to produce material which will let in air to cool a wearer when it is hot and shut out air when it is cold. This is similar to a system used by pine cones to open up and emit seeds.
According to the scientist behind this technology, the days when it’s difficult to dress to match the changing temperature, are over. (We’ll se about that ‘he knowingly says’)
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09-15-2005
Ronin Spy Jacket from Burton
This jacket has recieved a fair amount of critisism, somewhat justified. But if you happen to be a happy gadget loving person who got a strange urge to spy on people, hey, don’t let anyone stop you buying this gem. With it’s built in VGA camera it’s just to start snapping those candid photographies (nudge, nudge). For the rest of us - it’s just a bit TOO idiotic. Wearable intelligence that cost 400 GBP.
Cold war counter-intelligence.
From decoding rails to documenting the destruction, the Ronin™ Espionage™ Jacket, complete with a low-profile custom digital camera, is the stealth solution for winter warfare. An innovator in integrated outerwear, the fully taped 3L™ shell comes equipped with a removable 2L™ insulated vest. With a couple quick snaps, remove the vest and run with just the essentials.
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09-13-2005
Wearable remote control makes waves
Australian TV-viewers rejoice - now you can wave goodbye to old and complicated remote controls. This new ‘mouse’ is about to make a giant leap from computers to Australian television.
A revolutionary technology is being developed by a team of Australian researchers that will change the way people watch and use TV.
Simple hand gestures will replace button-pushing and frustratingly complicated remotes as the era of fully-interactive TV arrives.
The device clips on the hand. It has accelerometers which measure the movement and orientation of the user’s hand in various directions, and a thumb-button to lock in the command.
(via wmmna)
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09-11-2005
ScotteVest
Well, I don’t know how haute this ScotteVest jacket really is, talking design here, but practical - definately. Instead of stuffing all your gear in pockets which were designed for something completely different, you can stuff it into specially constructed gear pockets. You can also hide the wires of MP3 players inside the jacket. It features incredible 40 pockets and compartments, battery holders, etc etc…. Cool no, practical yes.
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