Grace Digital Eco Terra Rugged Boombox

People would want to bring their portable music players just about anywhere. But with some devices, there can be a limit to where they can be used. Some, for example, would not be ideal to bring near any body of water or sandy area lest they get damaged without the necessary protection. If you still wish to bring them along on your next trip to the beach, then you might also want to bring along the Eco Terra Rugged Boombox from Grace Digital.
Grace Digital Eco Terra is a waterproof and rugged iPhone and mp3 player case that comes with its own set of speakers.

Gadget.com, Grace Digital Eco Terra Rugged Boombox

Novero Solana Laptop/Tablet Hybrid

The Novero Solana is a combination of a laptop and a tablet. The combo gadget features a 9.7-inch twirling touchscreen display with a 1024x768 pixel resolution and a full size physical keyboard. Powered by the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit and the Google Android 2.3 operating systems, the Novero Solana provides a 1.6GHz Intel Atom N2600 processor, a 2GB of RAM, a pair of USB ports, WiFi, HDMI, a 128GB SSD, a 3-megapixel camera and a microSD card slot. The Novero Solana will be released in the US market later this year for $807.

TechFresh, Novero Solana Laptop/Tablet Hybrid

Welcome to the post-post-PC era: A review of Microsoft's Windows 8 Consumer Preview

. Apple's iOS platform seemed to come out of nowhere and take the world by storm in 2007. The introduction of the first-generation iPhone set in motion a chain of events that lead up to the holiday quarter in 2011, when Apple recorded the most profitable quarter in technology history thanks mainly to unbelievable iPhone, iPod touch and iPad sales.










Boy Genius Report, Welcome to the post-post-PC era: A review of Microsoft's Windows 8 Consumer Preview

Project Phenix brings DRM to a new level

Fox, Warner, SanDisk and Western Digital have come together to promote Digital Rights Management (DRM) to a new level, where this online cloud backup solution that caters for movies which is known as Project Phenix (not a typo) will enable one to back up movies onto a range of portable storage devices, where they can range from SD memory cards to portable hard drives, seeing action on notebooks, tablets and smartphones later on. Developed by the Secure Content Storage Association, Project Phenix will feature technology that is compatible with UltraViolet, the Hollywood-backed solution that allows one to license movies in the cloud.

Ubergizmo, Project Phenix brings DRM to a new level

Eton Rover Self-Powered AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio with Flashlight and USB Cell Phone Charger Review

I've mentioned several times that the Piedmont area in North Carolina where I live has a lot of bad weather – tornadoes, thunderstorms, and hurricanes in the summer; ice storms and sometimes even tornadoes in the winter – that can leave us without power for days.  No power means no lights and no telephone service for us because we only use our cell phones.  It seems the only flashlight I can find when I need one has dead or dying batteries, so I need to have a ready source of light that doesn't depend on non-rechargeable batteries.  I also need a way to be connected to the outside world – both a source of news and a way t










The Gadgeteer, Eton Rover Self-Powered AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio with Flashlight and USB Cell Phone Charger Review

Volkswagen optical illusion car conjured

Someone just hire designer Sangwoo Lee already – this guy conjured this particular Volkswagen concept that was inspired by optical art and visual kinetics. Known as the Volkswagen Optism (what a name – I am not that optimistic that it will hit the streets though), it was specially created with horizontal slants that will have the vehicle change its “character” when viewed from a different angle. The lines themselves do seem to create movement as well as direction, and since these lines are all over the place, ranging from the exterior all the way to the wheels and the interior.

Ubergizmo, Volkswagen optical illusion car conjured

Jaguar reveals XF Sportbrake ahead of Geneva debut

If you're of the opinion that the world needs fewer bloated crossovers and SUVs and more station wagons, first of all, you're in good company. Wagons can offer all the cargo capacity and most of the versatility of their taller siblings, only without the wobbly handling and excess weight. Secondly, today's your day, because Jaguar has unleashed its new XF Sportbrake. Based, as you might have guessed, on the XF sedan, the Sportbrake offers the longer roofing and extra space embraced by European buyers over their saloon counterparts.

Autoblog

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itworld, Jaguar reveals XF Sportbrake ahead of Geneva debut

Whole Foods experimenting with Kinect-powered shopping carts that are smarter than you (video)

Here's a little secret Whole Foods doesn't like to advertise: they want, nay, demand, that a rather large percentage of residents near its highfalutin grocery stores have a college degree. Apparently you've gotta be smart to navigate its aisles crowded with over-priced organic wares and exotic condiments. Perhaps, though, the company has realized the error of its ways and wants to move in to new markets. That doesn't mean it trusts you and your high school diploma to decipher all those labels with difficult to pronounce words on them.

Engadget

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maximum, Whole Foods experimenting with Kinect-powered shopping carts that are smarter than you (video)

Chrome now easily opens email links in Gmail, thanks to some HTML5 magic

The next time you open up Gmail in Chrome keep an eye out for the prompt above, which uses HTML5 to finally close the gap between the ways Google's browser handles mailto: links and its popular email service. Our only question about the change is what took them so long. Using extensions or simply copying and pasting email addresses as Gmail blogger and software developer Michael Davidson has been doing were available workarounds, but they won't be needed any longer — no DRM necessary.

2DayBlog.com, Chrome now easily opens email links in Gmail, thanks to some HTML5 magic

Sony Tablet P available from AT&T on March 4th

. AT&T on Tuesday announced the availability of Sony's dual-screened, folding, Nintendo DS-inspired Tablet P - again. The Honeycomb-powered slate is equipped with two 5.5-inch displays, a dual-core NVIDIA Tegra processor clocked at 1GHz and HSPA+ connectivity. The device also comes with 4GB of internal storage, a microSD slot, a VGA front facing and 5-megapixel rear camera. Along with the Android Market, the Tablet P is PlayStation Certified and has access to the Sony's entertainment suite and services. The device will be available starting March 4th for $399.99 with a new two-year agreement.

Boy Genius Report, Sony Tablet P available from AT&T on March 4th

China issues list of approved vehicles for government purchase, excludes imports for first time

A black, Chinese-market Audi A6L is practically the poster-child for Communist Party officials who demand extra legroom rear legroom in a stretched version of standard sedan. The Chinese government reportedly spends 80 million renminbi ($12.7 million U.S.) per year on wheels for its bureaucrats, but according to a report in China Car Times the new list of approved cars available to officials is limited to Chinese models. That not only excludes the Audi – which is built in the country – but also BMW, Mercedes and the coming Infiniti M37 limo.

Autoblog, China issues list of approved vehicles for government purchase, excludes imports for first time

Windows Phone gets free private and group messaging in GroupMe

There is a spanking new version of GroupMe released for the Windows Phone platform, and for those who are unfamiliar with what GroupMe is, this group messaging service is perfect in helping one keep in touch with other important people within their circle. Windows Phone users of GroupMe are on the receiving end of a new update that offers additional features such as the ability to pin groups to the start screen. GroupMe was developed in conjunction with Microsoft, making life a whole lot easier for users of GroupMe right from the comfort of their Windows Phone.

Ubergizmo, Windows Phone gets free private and group messaging in GroupMe

Apple scores a major victory against Motorola Mobility in Germany

Apple and Motorola Mobility have been butting heads for the past couple of months, with both sides scoring victories against one another in what appears to be a never-ending patent war. However it looks like this time round Apple might have scored what some are saying is a major victory against Motorola Mobility.

Ubergizmo, Apple scores a major victory against Motorola Mobility in Germany

LG Optimus 4X Coming To UK In June (Available For Pre-Order) – Optimus 3D Max Not Coming To UK Anytime Soon

The LG Optimus 4X HD was one of the better superphones shown off at MWC and the boys at Clove have confirmed with LG that the device will be headed to the UK. Priced at around £456 inc. VAT, they’ve already thrown up the 4X HD for pre-order on their site, with an expected launch data of this June. The bittersweet news (maybe all sweet for some) is that the follow up to last years Optimus 3D — the LG Optimus 3D Max — currently has no plans to launch in the UK and whether that changes sometime in the future remains to be seen.



Android Phone, LG Optimus 4X Coming To UK In June (Available For Pre-Order) â€" Optimus 3D Max Not Coming To UK Anytime Soon

36 cars fall through ice at Wisconsin fishing tournament

This winter hasn't been quite as cold as it could have been, but in Wisconsin, there have been enough sub-freezing days for lakes to develop about of foot-thick coating of ice. That's enough ice for some good ice fishing, but it apparently isn't thick enough to use as a high-traffic parking lot. Frozen anglers at a Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin fishing tournament decided to park in close proximity to one another on the ice with predictably disastrous results. Hit the jump to watch the Twin Cities' Fox News 9 and its coverage of tow trucks plucking vehicle after vehicle out of the appropriately named Lake Winnebago.

Autoblog, 36 cars fall through ice at Wisconsin fishing tournament

A-Solar unveils the Power Dock for iOS devices

With a lot of emphasis being placed on renewable energy sources these days, along with the concept of going green, perhaps A-Solar's Power Dock for iOS devices might be worth checking out. The A-Solar Power Dock will allow charging of iOS devices via USB or solar power, but in this case we guess the focus will be placed on its solar charging capabilities. The charger packs a 6,000mAh battery so you will be able to charge your iOS device at your convenience, and at the same time when coupled with a USB cable connected to your computer, it will also help to sync your iOS device with iTunes.

Ubergizmo, A-Solar unveils the Power Dock for iOS devices

CoPilot GPS app includes free offline maps with optional traffic data and turn-by-turn navigation, headed to Android and iOS

ALK (that's the company behind CoPilot Live) is no stranger to GPS apps, but it's starting afresh this week with a new application offering more features for free. CoPilot GPS, which will be available on iOS and Android, goes the way of Nokia Maps in that it stores all those millions of points of interest offline, so you don't need an Internet connection to calculate directions. Download the free version and you'll also get some requisite social networking integration, walking and driving directions, the ability to choose from up to three routes and built-in Bing and Wikipedia search functionality.

2DayBlog.com, CoPilot GPS app includes free offline maps with optional traffic data and turn-by-turn navigation, headed to Android and iOS

Monopoly: Street Fighter Collector's Edition

If you're a fan of Street Fighter and Monopoly, you've probably heard about the special Street Fighter edition of Monopoly that will be coming out soon. However, that's not all - it looks like you'll be able to choose which characters will be part of the tokens that ship with the final version. Instead of a top hat, iron or boot it looks like you'll be able to use one of the Street Fighter characters - how awesome is that. The decision of which fighters to include haven't been finalized yet, so Capcom has put up a poll on its website to let users choose which characters they would like to see in the game.

Ubergizmo, Monopoly: Street Fighter Collector's Edition

Google, Microsoft and Netflix want DRM-like encryption in HTML5

HTML5 is supposed to set the web free. Free to deliver and shape online media in any web browser. However, several of the standard's greatest champions want to be able to restrict the use of audio and video tags through encrypted media extensions. A draft proposal has been submitted by Google, Microsoft, and Netflix to the W3C — the curators of HTML5 — to add encrypted media extensions to the web standard's spec. The proposed system works using a key-based content decryption system controlled by applications, thusly providing the copy protection that so many content owners desire.

2DayBlog.com, Google, Microsoft and Netflix want DRM-like encryption in HTML5

HTC One X announced at MWC 2012

HTC's launched a new flagship handset for Mobile World Congress 2012, the HTC One X - codenamed Endeavour. Dipping into design notes from The Nokia Lumia line, the One X is a unibody device machined from white polycarbonate that uses Gorilla Glass to protect its 4.7-inch 1280x720 non-pentile Super LCD 2 display. Stunning outside appearances aside, HTC's newest features an NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor for the Global edition and a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 dual-core for the LTE iteration.

Engadget, HTC One X announced at MWC 2012

ZAGG iFrogz Boost Speaker, No Cable/Bluetooth Required

There are various ways to boost or amplify the music sound of portable music players including iPod, iPhone, or anything else. The most popular way is using Bluetooth or cable, but do you know that there is more simple or traditional way to make the sound louder. Take a mic and put it next to the external speaker of the devices, and done, no cable or Bluetooth required. Let's see how the new ZAGG iFrogz Boost Speaker amplifies the sound of portable music players.

Trendy Gadget, ZAGG iFrogz Boost Speaker, No Cable/Bluetooth Required

DTS Delivers Outstanding Audio as a Key Mobile Device Differentiator

28 February 2012 - DTS, a leader in high-definition audio, will showcase state-of-the-art audio solutions at Mobile World Congress 2012. Visitors to the show will enjoy an array of exhibits showcasing high-quality audio technology demonstrations and previews, with the opportunity to learn about DTS’ latest industry partnerships. Additionally, attendees will experience first-hand how today’s devices - from on-the-go mobile to connected TV platforms - rely on DTS audio solutions to deliver an enriched audio experience.With phones and tablets increasingly used to consume high-definition media, consu

Press Release Distribution, DTS Delivers Outstanding Audio as a Key Mobile Device Differentiator

Sony Cyber-Shot HX200V with 30X optical zoom

Standing at the top of Sony's H-series (H for High-powered zoom) the Sony HX200V features a 30X optical zoom that captures an image from an 18 Megapixel CMOS sensor. It can also use a digital zoom (Sony's Clear Image Zoom) to capture the equivalent of a 60X zoom image. Sony says that its Clear Image Zoom is much fancier than the plain magnification often used in consumer cameras. When it was presented to us, the demo was pretty convincing, but we did not have time to do a side by side comparison.

Ubergizmo, Sony Cyber-Shot HX200V with 30X optical zoom

Facebook Ads turn unsuspecting man into spokesperson for giant tub of love lube

A 55-gallon tub of lube is funny. That's just science. But when you post to Facebook about it being a funny thing that exists in the world, there's a chance that your post might get turned into an ad for that specific lifetime supply of hand love enabler, visible to everyone you know. That's what happened when Nick Bergus posted about the notorious 55-gallon pleasure tub a while back. He saw it, fired off a joke, and more or less forgot about it.

2DayBlog.com, Facebook Ads turn unsuspecting man into spokesperson for giant tub of love lube

LG Optimus Vu hands-on at MWC 2012

Yes it's the LG Optimus Vu, and we got a chance to play with it. The verdict. It's quite lovely. The design is simple but attractive, and the build quality / materials are impressive. There's no doubt this is a thin and wide device - just like the Samsung Galaxy Note, two hands are the name of the game here. Is it a phone or a tablet? Take a look at our gallery below and judge for yourself.






Engadget, LG Optimus Vu hands-on at MWC 2012

Asus Padfone Now a Reality

What Asus has been developing makes an official introduction at this year's Mobile World Congress. The Asus Padfone is a smartphone that can be inserted into a tablet-shaped dock for a mean double threat. The device features a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED qHD screen, Android 4.0, dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor from Qualcomm, an 8-megapixel camera on the back with auto-focus and flash, and a VGA front-facing camera for video chat. It also comes with 64GB of internal storage, which can be expanded thanks to the microSD slot, Bluetooth 4.0, HDMI, GPS, WCDMA, and HSPA+. The Padfone measures just 9.2mm at the side.

Gadget.com, Asus Padfone Now a Reality

Nokia Services debut at MWC 2012

[MWC 2012] Nokia has unleashed new services at Mobile World Congress that is happening right now in Barcelona, Spain – where the Finnish smartphone manufacturer has finally seen the light and intend to make one's experience on a Nokia Lumia smartphone complete with the use of Maps, Drive and Transport – in addition to a world class eReading service, not to mention the spanking new Nokia Life for folks who live in dynamic growing economies. We will concentrate more on Nokia Reading this time around, where this premium e-book and audio experience will add another dimension to your everyday use of the Nokia Lumia.

Ubergizmo, Nokia Services debut at MWC 2012

Is this the Nokia Lumia 610? More specifications leaked

While posters are raised and Barcelona continues to fill with confused-looking tech journalists, another taste of Nokia's 2012 offerings has appeared. This time, it's the company's low-cost Windows Phone entry. The Lumia 610 will purportedly pack a 3.2-inch display and a 3-megapixel camera, with BGR even reckoning that it will arrive with Microsoft's Windows Phone Tango OS, with a price of around 175 euros.

Engadget, Is this the Nokia Lumia 610? More specifications leaked