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The XV6800 from Verizon Wireless
2007-11-30 03:25:00
This is the latest offering from Verizon Wireless ; the XV6800 brings you messaging and communications with Windows Mobile 6 Professional. With instant access to the Internet, calendar and contacts, tasks, and email along with a standard 2.0 megapixel camera. The XV6800 comes with a slide out QWERTY keyboard and supports Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents, as well as PDFs. Other features of the VX6900:2.8-inch 240 x 320 px 64K-color touch-screen Built-in WiFi 802.11 b/g capability microSD memory card slot with support up to 4 GB Windows Media Player 10 Mobile Bluetooth v2.0 for mono and stereo headsets, handsfree, serial port, and OBEX profiles; object push and synchronization The XV6800 is available online now and in stores December 5Source: Verizon Wireless
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Sony Walkman NW-E013 is not a Lipstick
2007-11-28 11:52:00
Here is yet another Sony Walkman branded mp3 player. The lipstick like Walkman NW-E013 is a small USB thumb drive sized mp3 player that weighs in at under 30g and sports 1GB of storage.The lipstick shaped player sports a 3 line OLED display and around 30 hours of playback. The Walkman NW-E013 should retail for around $100 (due for relaese in Japan in December) if and when it reaches the US.Source: Sony Japan
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Sound Asleep Pillow Pipes Music To Your Head
2007-11-28 11:41:00
Are you having trouble falling asleep? Then maybe you should check out this ?Sound Asleep? pillow. The pillow contains a soft hollow fiber filling and an internal speaker and all you need to do is hook up your mp3 player or any musical device that has a 3.5mm headphone socket. The sound is then piped through the pillow to gently (or not so gently depending on the music) send you to sleep. Not having trouble sleeping, then why not use the pillow to learn a language. It has been said that you can learn a language by having it played to your subconcious as you sleep!!!Apparently, you will not have to worry about your partner hearing the sounds as the manufacturers? claim it can only be heard by those lying on the pillow.Source: T3
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Dells Sleek New XPS M1530 Laptop
2007-11-28 11:40:00
Dell today unveiled their latest 15.4 inch laptop; the XPS M1530. This sleek laptop is the big brother to the M1330 and comes with slot loading DVD drive (Blu-ray drive is an option), 2 megapixel camera, fingerprint reader, travel remote, touch sensitive media keys and wireless draft n support (note: this option is not available at all Dell country sites, at the time of this post).As usual will Dell laptops, you can customize to your hearts and wallets content. Starting price; around $900 and upwards.If it gets similar reviews to the M1330 and it probably will, the M1520 should be on your laptop Holiday short list.Holiday Gift Rating: 5 StarsSource: Dell
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Your Photo Frames Got Mail
2007-11-20 13:00:00
This is not your standard digital photo frame; the eStarling wireless digital photo frame, packs an email address, as well as WiFi access. The wireless digital photo frame packs an 8 inch LCD display that allows you to download photos direct from photobucket or from Flickr, Picasa, AOL, Smugmug, iPhoto , Gallery using RSS. In addition each photo frame has its own email address which allows you or anyone to email photos direct to the frame. The frame also includes:Group Frames: Users can set up a single email address that corresponds to multiple frames so that photos can be easily shared and displayed on those frames. Smart Photo Play List: Users can choose photos to be displayed on an eStarling frame on specified dates, such as displaying selected photos on a user's birthday or anniversary. Text Messaging to Frame: Short messages can be sent directly to eStarling frames from a user's Seeframe Live account, or from authorized email accounts and cell phones. Dual Use Mode: If no Wi-F...
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XPS One from Dell Now Available
2007-11-20 04:23:00
For those of you looking for an ?all in one? PC but do not want to jump to a Mac. You might be glad to know that you can now purchase the Dell XPS One. Dell has certainly made the XPS One look stunning with its bezel-less 20" display, smoked glass base, and motion sensitive controls that glow when your hand gets close; but then again so is the Apple iMac. So what do you get for your money? The base system retails for $1499 and gives you:20 inch widescreen display with Intel® Core 2 Duo E45002GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667MHz - 2 DIMMsHybrid Analog/Digital TV Tuner with Remote ControlIntegrated Video250GB Serial ATA 3Gb/s Hard Drive (7200RPM) w/DataBurst Cache16X Slot load CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) w/double layer write capability8-in-1 Media Reader IncludedObviously you can customize the system as with all Dell systems and if you dig a little deeper say to $2399, you can upgrade to:20 inch widescreen display with Intel® Core 2 Duo E6550ATI Mobility Radeon HD 2400 Video Card500GB Se...
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Circuit City Black Friday Deals
2007-11-19 14:41:00
Continuing the Black Friday Specials theme; here are the deals from Circuit City . In the PC line they have a Toshiba Satellite Laptop w/AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core for $399.99 and a Sharp Aquos 46" LC-46D64U 1080p LCD HDTV - $1299.99. See the rest of the list below: Automotive Audiovox XM Xpress EZ Satellite Receiver - $19.99 Cobra Radar/Laser Detector - $29.99 Jensen 6.5" 2-Way Car Speakers - $49.99 Monster iCarPlay iPod FM Transmitter - $29.99 Phase Linear CD/MP3/WMA Player w/Jensen Speakers - $49.99 Phase Linear DVD/CD/MP3/WMA Receiver - $249.99 SIRIUS InV 2 In-Dash Satellite Radio - $19.99 SIRIUS Starmate 4 Satellite Radio Receiver and Car Kit - $49.99 Sony CD/MP3/WMA/ATRAC3 Car Receiver - $99.99 Sony Xplod Amplifier w/12" Ported Enclosure - $179.99 Blank Media Fuji Film 10 Pack Of Mini DVD-Rs - B1G2 Free Fuji Film 3 Pack Of DVC Camcorder Media - B1G1 Free Nexxtech 16x DVD-R 50-Pack Spindle - $3.99 Nexxtech 16x DVD+R 50-Pack Spindle - $3.99 Nexxtech 52x CDRs 50-Pack...
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Office Depot Black Friday Deals
2007-11-16 14:01:00
Continuing the Black Friday Specials theme; here are the deals from Office Depot. In the PC line they have a Compaq Desktop PC + 19" Wide Screen LCD for $349.99 and a Toshiba 15"4 2GB 160GB Widescreen Notebook for $499.99. see the rest of the list below: Blank Media Office Depot 100-Pack CDR Spindle - $7.99 Office Depot Brand 16X DVD-R Media 100 Pack - $17.99 Office Depot Brand 16X DVD+R Media 100 Pack - $17.99 Cell Phones Motorola Bluetooth H300 Headset - $9.99 Motorola Bluetooth Wireless Headset - $39.99 Plantronics Discovery Bluetooth Wireless Headset - $99.99 TracFone PrePaid Wireless Phone By Motorola - $9.99 Computer Accessories 802.11g Wireless Router w/4-Port Switch - $9.99 APC Back-UPS ES Series Battery Backup - $19.99 Assorted Sony DVD Movies - B1G1 Free Cyber Acoustic 2-Piece Speaker System - $5.99 Cyber Acoustics Flat Panel Speaker System - $14.99 Kensington LE Wireless Notebook Laser Mouse - $17.99 Logitech Elite Keyboard - $9.99 Logitech QuickCam Chat Web ...
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The AeroBlast and AeroSpin Vacuums from Panasonic
2007-11-16 13:51:00
OK, so it?s not the latest Panasonic TV and you can not make hands free calls on it. But someone over at Panasonic spent a lot of time to bring you their new line of upright cyclonic bagless vacuum cleaners; yes, vacuum cleaners. The AeroBlast MC-UL975 and AeroSpin MC-UL675 and MC-UL671 are the latest vacuum cleaners from Panasonic. All three models have been designed (according to Panasonic) to make cleaning easy, efficient and effective.Each one comes with 12 amp motors, anti-static dirt cups and automatic filter cleaning systems (which are supposed to ensure they operate at full power without dirt clogging the filters). The top of the line MC-UL975 features a dual motor system for more thorough carpet cleaning, more accurate agitator speed for different surfaces and a longer lasting belt. The model also features a cleaning system that activates when the unit is turned on.As you would expect they also come with a myriad of cleaning attachments.The AeroBlast MC-UL975 is not cheap ...
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Best Buy Black Friday Deals
2007-11-15 14:22:00
Over at BestBuy the Black Friday deals are already out in the open. Deals that stand out for me are; eMachines Desktop Computer With 17" LCD Widescreen Monitor for $199.99 (that?s the price of a decent monitor alone) and a Sony 15.4" Laptop w/1GB RAM, 120GB HD, DVD Burner - $399.99. BestBuy stores are scheduled to open at 5am. Check out the rest of the deals below: Automotive Insignia 20W 4 Channel Car CD Deck - $49.99 Kenwood 50W 4 Channel iPod Ready Car CD Deck - $129.99 Kenwood 50-Watt 4-Channel iPod-Ready CD Deck + iPod Cable - $129.99 Pioneer 50W 4 Channel Car CD Deck With 2 Pairs Of 6" Speakers - $99.99 Sirius Sportster 4 Satellite Radio Receiver w/Car Kit - $74.99 XM Complete Satellite Radio Package - $99.99 XM Satellite Radio Service Months - B6G3 Free Blank Media Dynex 100-Pack 16x DVD-R Disc Spindle - $6.99 Memorex 3-Pack 2x Mini DVD-RW Discs with Jewel Cases - $3.99 CD/DVD Drives LG 20x Internal DVD/CD Burner - $34.99 Cell Phones All Chargers From Just Wireless - $...
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Compusa Black Friday Deals
2007-11-15 14:07:00
With Black Friday just over a week away, the deals are starting to leak. Here is a run down of the Compusa Black Friday specials. Standing out is a HP Pavilion 17 Notebook for $449.99, a Sony VAIO Notebook w/Intel Pentium Dual Core Processor / 1GB / 160GB for $549.99 and a Samsung Blu-Ray Disc Player - $399.99. Check the list below for more Black Friday deals. Automotive Sirius Sportster Replay Satelite Radio - $49.99 XM Sportscaster Satelite Radio with Car Kit - Free after rebate Blank Media 30 Pack TDK 16X DVD+R Media - $4.99 CompUSA 100 Pack 16X DVD-R Media - $17.99 CompUSA 100 Pack 16X DVD+R Media - $17.99 CompUSA 50-pack Double Sided DVD-R Blanks - $9.99 Memorex 20 Pack 16X LightScribe DVD+R Media - $10.99 Memorex 25 Pack 8X Dual Layer DVD+R Media - $29.99 Sony 48X CD-R Media 50 Pack - $7.99 CD/DVD Drives Mad Dog Multimedia MegaSTOR 18X Triple Format Internal DVDRW Drive - $29.99 Sony 20X Internal Dual Layer ATA DVD+/-RW Drive - $49.99 Cell Phones All Cell Phone Cases A...

Duracell PowerSource Mobile 100 Extends Your Mobile Runtime
2007-11-14 16:01:00
Duracell?s PowerSource Mobile 100 brings backup power to all your mobile devices. The PowerSource Mobile 100 is a portable, rechargeable AC and USB power solution that allows you to extend the runtime by up to 2 hours, of almost any mobile device (iPod, cell phone, video camera etc..). The PowerSource Mobile 100 has one AC outlet and two USB charge ports, so you can run or charge multiple devices simultaneously. It can provide:Laptop 2 hours of run time Cellular phone 18 hours of talk time BlackBerry® 9 days of operating time Portable game console 8 hours of play time Mp3 player 96 hours of play timeIt features:Two AC outlets for connecting multiple loads High surge capacity for products that require more power to start High efficiency - converts virtually all of the battery's available power to AC Mounting brackets for convenient installation in your truck, boat or RV Heavy duty stud-connection mountingThe Duracell PowerSorce Mobile 100 retails for around $99Source: Duracell
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Nokia N82 Phone Packs 5 Megapixels
2007-11-14 13:18:00
Nokia have just announced their N82 multimedia candybar phone. Looking similar in design to the N81 slider, the N82 ups the camera angle with a 5 megapixels Carl Zeiss lens and a xenon flash. You also get:2GB microSD expansionWiFiassisted GPS (access to more than 15 million points of interest)2.4 inch QVGA display3.5mm headphone (now that?s nice)The Nokia N82 will be released into key markets (Europe) and will sell for around 450 euros.Source: Nokia Press Release
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Marvel Comics Now Online
2007-11-13 23:33:00
Marvel comics have made 2,500 of its back issues available online to subscribers and 250 issues available free of charge (for a limited time period). The subscription service will give users access to first issues of titles including The Amazing Spider-Man, The Fantastic Four and The Incredible Hulk. There will be a 6 month delay for new issues and users will only be able to view the comics online ? downloading will not be possible. The comics will be available in various formats to view; including frame by frame navigation.If you are a Marvel fan this might be a good place to start if you need to catch up on past issues. I?m actually surprised it has taken so long for this to happen. It seems pretty logical to me to have the comics available online.Check out Marvel Comics Online
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Extreme Range WiFi Router
2007-11-13 21:52:00
Having problems with getting a WiFi signal in your large house? Then check out the Extreme Range WiFi Router that is supposed to be able to give you coverage up to 0.25miles (now that?s quite a range). It works with both 802.11b and 802.11g and packs 30dBm of power. Security is also tight with support for WPA-Enterprise, WPA2, and WEP.So if WiFi range is what you need, the Extreme Range WiFi Router might be worth checking out.
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Bi Metal HA-FX300 Ear Buds from JVC
2007-11-13 20:02:00
JVC has just released a premium ear-bud; the HA-FX300. The HA-FX300 uses an aluminum evaporation diaphragm to reproduces high-frequency detail more accurately than conventional cellulose or polymer-based diaphragms. These ear-buds also come with JVC?s new Bi-METAL structure where the drive unit is housed in a stainless steel base wrapped in a high-specific-gravity brass ring to eliminate vibration and energy loss. The HA-FX300 also uses an aluminum housing and oxygen-free copper (OFC) that minimizes transmission loss. The ear-buds come with three different sized silicon rubber earpieces and a pair of memory foam earpieces for a customized fit.The HA-FX300 will retail for around $99.95 and are available in black, red and bronze.Source: JVC
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Sony Ericcson K660i Gives Us Landscape Web Browsing
2007-11-08 10:55:00
Here is another new phone from Sony Ericcson. The K660i is a candy bar phone that is HSDPA mobile broadband enabled, that should make web browsing a piece of cake. The K660i allows you to browse the web in landscape mode and allows the user to pan and zoom web pages using the respective shortcut keys. The K660i, comes with GoogleMaps for mobile pre-installed and also incorporates a 2 megapixel camera. The Sony Ericcson K660i, is set to be released at the beginning of 2008.Source: Mobiledia
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Sony Ericcson W380a Walkman Phone gets Gesture Control
2007-11-08 10:42:00
From the images that I have seen, I would have to say that the new Sony Ericsson W380a Walkman phone looks rather nice? This new clam shell phone allows users to control their music without the need to open the phone. The W380a incorporates ?one-touch? buttons on the top of the phone that light up when in Walkman mode. Not only that but, a hidden Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display is revealed displaying track information etc... The W380a also comes with Sony Ericcson?s new Gesture control functionality that provides quick and easy control of the phone without having to touch it ? mute a call or snooze the alarm by sweeping a hand across the camera. Is this just a gimmick or something that will be very useful? You will have to be the judge of that.The W380a should be available in select markets at the beginning of 2008.Source: Sony Ericcson
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Creative HD50 Stereo are Small and Loud
2007-11-07 18:16:00
Creative have just announced the GigaWorks HD50 stereo speakers. The GigaWorks HD50 come with titanium super tweeters, two-inch diameter high-definition drivers and built-in BasXPort technology.The HD50 has been designed to channel sound waves to flow from the inner chamber of the speaker to the soundstage which should improve bass and give a more natural sound.Measuring just 9.1cm x 7cm x 14.1cm, the HD50 speakers are small in statue; big in sound.Source: Creative
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MotoPure H12 Bluetooth Headset
2007-11-06 19:00:00
Motorola today unveiled there stylish MOTOPURE H12 Universal Bluetooth Headset . This is the first headset from Motorola to use CrystalTalk (their audio-enhancing technology). The H12 uses dual microphones to separate the user?s voice from background and wind noise producing a pure, clear, natural sounding audio to the callerThe H12 is designed to fit using the TrueComfort design that offers three ear cushion options. The headset has a talk time of up to 5.5 hours with a wireless range up to 10m.The MotoPure H12 bluetooth headset should be available before Christmas.Source: Motorola Press Release
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Toshiba HD A2 Below $100 at Walmart
2007-11-01 11:54:00
There are still a few weeks to go before ?Black Friday? but Walmart are determined to offer a few bargains before then. If you have not decided whether you are a HD or Blu-Ray person, then this weekend?s deal at Walmart might persuade you. This Friday, November 2, you can pick up the Toshi ba HD-A2 for the ridiculous low price of $98.87. They are almost giving the thing away.At this price you could probably afford both formats?Source: Walmart
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The BH 101 Bluetooth Headset from Nokia
2007-11-01 01:23:00
Looking for a reasonably priced Bluetooth earpiece for your cell phone? Nokia ?s BH-101 gives you 8 hours of talk time, 180 hours of standby, is Bluetooth 2.0 enables (with EDR, Handsfree v.1.5, and Headset v.1.1) and will not make a big dent in your wallet ay just $40Source: Nokia
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Razer Mako 2.1 THX Certified Speaker System
2007-10-31 11:26:00
In the market for a new set of gaming speakers? You might want to hang on, until the Razer Mako 2.1 is released sometime in December. Developed by Razer in conjunction with THX Ltd, the Razer Mako 2.1 is one of the first desktop speaker systems to incorporate the THX Ground Plane and THX Slot Speaker technologies, as well as ClassHD Digital Amplifier Technology that provide omnidirectional audio effects for all your gaming and desktop needs. Plus the system looks pretty cool. The THX Ground Plane produces downward-firing audio that should eliminate audio distortion that normal desktop speakers suffer from. Specs:THX-certified quality and performance ClassHD? digital amplifier technology with digital DSP control Higher efficiency curves, improved SNR and EMI, and lowered distortion levels Patented THX® Ground Plane and THX Slot Speaker? technologies Downward-firing design with optimized acoustic enclosure All-in-one remote control pod with touch-sensitive LED dial 3.5mm auxiliary inp...
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Samsung SGH A737 on AT & T
2007-10-31 00:52:00
With slider phones appearing to be ?all the rage? at the moment, AT&T has just dropped the Samsung SGH-A737 slider. The A737 is one of AT&T?s 3G phones that offers multimedia features, such as; music, video and data downloads over HSDPA technology. The phone comes with a 1.3 megapixel camera (with video capture and multi shot), mp3 player, Bluetooth 2.0 and support for A2DP stereo headphones. There is also the now standard expandable memory slot.The Samsung SGH-A737 is available now for $49.99 after mail-in rebate and the usual AT&T agreements.
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The Panasonic Strada CN-GP50U Portable Navigation Device
2007-10-30 11:03:00
Panasonic have announced that they will be releasing their first portable navigation device (PND) here in the USA. The Panasonic Strada CN-GP50U is a sleek, slim design that comes with a 5-inch touch panel display. The Strada CN-GP50U provides is access to 1.8 million searchable Points of Interest in 51 categories, such as gas stations, airports, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, ATMs and historic landmarks. It has an easy to use Graphic User Interface (GUI) and comes pre-loaded with map data for the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico, plus detailed maps of 86 U.S. cities. By using the SD Memory Card or USB port users can easily perform software updates.The Strada can also make hands-free calls on a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone and Lane Assist helps avoid last-minute lane changes using voice guidance and by highlighting the correct lane in orange. The system even warns you when you are over the speed limit?The Panasonic Strada CN-GP50U Portable Navigation Device should b...
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Meet the Pentax BobCar
2007-10-30 00:32:00
If you are in the Manhatten area this Holiday season, you may get to meet Penta x ?s BobCar. Pentax will be showcasing its digital camera line-up in this three-wheeled, energy efficient, mini-vehicle. The BobCar showroom will feature the latest PENTAX digital SLR and compact digital cameras and offer consumers hands-on demonstrations, literature and special incentives being offered by PENTAX for purchasing selected productsA full list of dates and locations for the BobCar can be found here
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T505 from Motorola Makes In Car Communication Easy
2007-10-30 00:19:00
Motorola have announced that their first ROKR for the car will be available in early 2008. The MOTOROKR T505 portable In-Car Speakerphone and Music System connects wirelessly to your Bluetooth enabled phone or mp3 player to allow you to make calls or listen to music over the car stereo.The ROKR T505 is equipped with Stationfinder which locates the best FM station for clear audio. The T505 is designed to clip onto the sun visor and be taken from car to car.Here are some of the features:Audio CallerID2 watt internal speakerBluetooth enabledPortable, No installationTalk Time: 20 hrs Dimensions: 76 x 78 x 22.8 mmSource: Motorola Press Release
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The Shadow from T Mobile
2007-10-29 11:08:00
Looking for a smart phone ? check out T-Mobile ?s Shadow . This is a Windows Mobile 6 ?slider designed? smartphone that should be available on the T-Mobile network this week.The Shadow is made my HTC and includes:Rotating jog dial2 megapixel cameraWiFiBluetoothT-Mobile's myFaves interface ( send an email, text or instant message, and share a picture, video or voice note, with a push of the button right from the myFaves home)Robert Dotson, president and CEO, T-Mobile USA. "Shadow finally makes staying connected to people simple, fun and easy - and all without the hassle of using a complicated device. This is not a productivity tool. This phone is designed for people who have lives beyond work."T-Mobile Shadow will be available starting in October 31 for $149.99 with a two-year voice an data plan and will come in two colors: sage or copper.
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Lenovo 3000 Y410 Laptop Retailing Now
2007-10-29 10:53:00
Lenovo have just introduced a new model to their 3000 series of laptops aimed at the home/home office market. The Lenovo 3000 Y410 is a 14.1 inch laptop that features home entertainment features such as:Dolby Home Theater audio with a sub-wooferPlay CDs without booting the systemShuttle Center media player1.3-megapixel WebcamVeriFace software (face recognition security feature)The Y410 also includes:14.1-inch display (1,280x800 resolution)Integrated Intel X3100 graphics160GB hard drive (5400rpm)DVD BurnerThe Y410 will only be available at select retail stores (Office Depot, Micro Center, and Staples) and will retail in the range of $700 - $1000The Y410 appears to be well priced and should compete well with the likes of Dell , HP, Toshiba etc..Source: Lenovo
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Batter Blaster Pancakes from a Can
2007-10-28 14:57:00
Ok, so it?s Sunday morning and you are desperate for some pancakes, but you don?t have the time to make them from scratch and you are sick of those frozen microwave pancakes; what can you do? How about pancakes from a can? Disclaimer: I have not tried this product. The folks over at Batter Blaster have placed their pancake mix in a pressurized can. If it?s good enough for ?Cheez-Whiz? and ?Ready Whip?, why not pancakes?According to their site; Batter Blaster is fast easy and fun for the whole family. Just point, blast and cook! ?Batter Blaster makes breakfast a blast?Just a squirt of the pancake mixture into your pan or waffle maker and wait for your pancakes to cook. The Batter Blaster website has more information and a selection of recipes. Enjoy?Source: Batter Blaster
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