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It may simply be a proof-of-concept prototype but the rambler socket is full of great ideas. True, you might have questions about health & safety - namely, fire regulations - and the like. Not to mention, what happens if such a unit were to break down. But, let's not let reality get in the way of a good idea. Honestly, wall sockets, extension cables and power leads could … [Read more...]
If you're the type of person who hates wasting an opportunity to transform your apparel into functional gadget-wear, then here's something you might be interested in. You know those things that go in your shirt collar to keep them stiff - collar stays? Well, why not swap those flimsy plastic ones for a titanium pair? Then, while you're at it, use a pair that can actually be … [Read more...]
Despite the market flooding of headless servers, media servers and assorted devices to entertain you via your large, flat screen televisions... good wireless keyboards are few and far between. Here's a new wireless keyboard from SMK-Link that provides a good balance between size and functionality. First off, it's diminutive. For some, perhaps too much so but at 5 x 4 inches … [Read more...]
If you are an iPhone/iPad user, you are probably already familiar with AirPlay and its ability to stream audio/video content from any of your Apple devices to other AirPlay devices. For instance, send video from your phone, laptop or iPad to your AirPlay compatible television, or any television with an AppleTV device attached to it. Several manufacturers have already put out … [Read more...]
"Here comes the rain again... falling on me like a new emotion..." Or, not, as the case may be. It is raining, though. And gusting. London is blustery and bilious. A reminder that Autumn is rapidly approaching. Wind Resistant Travel Umbrellas It's umbrella weather. And, as usual, we have to round up all the unusual umbrella designs that we can. Partially out of … [Read more...]
It's been a long time since Netgear updated their home router products (over a year, in fact) - probably due in large part to the success of the WNDR3700, which proved to be a reliable product. However, the wireless router n market has become overheated and you've probably noticed that wherever you go, you find lots of available WiFi networks to connect to. All of these WiFi … [Read more...]
Most shelves are boring. And if you purchase them from IKEA - even frightening. Self-assembly is overrated. I would rather have someone come over and assemble it for me, than spend the afternoon chasing for screws that seem to be missing from the pack. But every once and awhile someone comes up with a design that renews my appreciation of shelving. Such as the 'Staccato' … [Read more...]
Before you invest a lot of money in a whole house wireless audio system, you might consider something less expensive and more modular. For instance, Audioengine manufactures a number of wireless stereo system components for under $150 that might be all you need. The Audioengine W1 may be confusing to understand from its photograph but imagine it as a wireless stereo … [Read more...]
Before I ground my own coffee, I used to assume it was a nuisance; an extra step between me and my caffeine that I didn't need. I went for convenience, bought my coffee pre-ground and stored it in the fridge. Since then, I've learnt the error of my ways. Storing whole beans is a whole lot easier. They can happily keep for a couple of months (or more, probably, but I usually … [Read more...]
It's a very simple but clever idea. This fire/smoke alarm has a quad-band GSM chip to allow it to send SMS alerts to your phone whenever it detects smoke. Great for the Smart Home. Considering how glued we are to our mobile phones, this is a useful feature. I would like to know if there was a fire in my house, even if I'm not there to hear the ear-splitting scream of the … [Read more...]
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