Tech+Gadgets
iPod Nano with Video Camera
Posted on September 29, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
Nano technology is amazing. The one thing that epitomises the success of this technology is the new
iPod Nano. As well as all the other benefits of having an iPod, the new
iPod Nano…
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Motorola H790 Dynamic
Posted on September 29, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
The Motorola H790 delivers outstanding call quality using Motorolas CrystalTalkTM technology, which suppresses background noise for clear calls. You could be running or on the bus and you’ll still hear the other person on the other line. Whether you’re performing tasks around the house, running errands, travelling or…
Got to fly
Posted on September 11, 2009 | COMMENT (1)
A US company, Terrafugia, is taking orders for a flying car that it expects to deliver in 2011. Many previous aero-car designs have failed to reach production but Terrafugia claims the prototype has completed its flight testing. The company says it is seeking affordable insurance options from underwriters.…
Nespresso Essenza
Posted on September 1, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
How you take your coffee is very personal. Replicating the coffees you buy at your local cafe is hard to do, given
the lack-lustre performance of smaller coffee machines you can buy for
your home. Coffee machines in…
Canon G10 Camera
Posted on September 1, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
Digital cameras make photography a lot of fun. You can try as many shots as you like and it won’t cost you any money developing the film. If you’ve mastered all the digital camera can offer, maybe it’s…
Keeping fit with Nintedo Wii
Posted on September 1, 2009 | COMMENT (1)
Improving your fitness while standing in front of the television sounds a bit too good to be true. The Nintendo Wii, the biggest thing in virtual-reality fitness, will
have you bending, stretching and working up a healthy sweat. The Wii
Fit comes with its own special balance board…
Vinturi Wine Aerator
Posted on September 1, 2009 | COMMENT (1)
Do you consider yourself a bit of a wine buff? Then you’ll understand the need to letting the wine breathe. By
allowing wine to react with air, the wine will typically warm up and
its bouquet (aroma and flavour) will…
Archos Internet Media Tablets
Posted on September 1, 2009 | COMMENT (1)
You could be watching the footy, checking your emails and getting the stats from other games around the nation – all at the same time. Alternatively, you could use it for work and to keep an updated on world…
You could be watching the footy, checking your emails and getting the stats from other games around the nation – all at the same time. Alternatively, you could use…
Sennheiser HD 595 Headphones
Posted on September 1, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
ENJOY MUSIC IN A COMPLETELY NEW WAY WITH HEADPHONES THAT COVER YOUR WHOLE EARS. This means no noise from the traffic or voices on the bus will get in the way of the new album you’re listening to; the clear sound will make you…
Mac OS X Snow Leopard
Posted on September 1, 2009 | COMMENT (1)
An OS is responsible for how the computer’s hardware interacts with its user. The operating system acts as a host for computing applications on the machine such as Microsoft Word and Photoshop. Almost all computers (including handheld computers, desktop computers…
An OS is responsible for how the computer’s hardware interacts with its user. The operating system acts as a host for computing applications on the machine such as Microsoft Word…
Make your phone battery last longer
Posted on January 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Just like a car with a low tank of petrol, your mobile phone needs regular ‘refuelling’. Taking extra care to extend your phone’s battery time will enable you to not only use your phone for longer, but it will also extend the life your phone’s battery…
Take a photography course
Posted on April 12, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
When it comes to taking professional-quality photographs, there is a lot more to the process than simply setting the camera to auto mode. If you have ever wanted to learn more about the different features on your camera, photo composition, lighting, or how to use programs such as Photoshop, you could consider taking…
Waterproof your smart phone
Posted on March 5, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
An unfortunate encounter with water can mean the end of your mobile phone. Designed to protect contemporary mobile phones from an untimely and watery demise, a special waterproofing coating may come in handy when your mobile comes in contact with water.
A scientifically tested…
5 useful laptop accessories
Posted on March 5, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Helpful, handy and portable, a laptop can transform your everyday computing habits. To enhance your overall laptop use, here are five handy laptop accessories that you might find useful when setting up your computer:
- A case for your laptop. Designed to
Looxcie Camcorder
Posted on January 3, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Video footage can capture life’s most precious moments. From tears of joy at a wedding, to a budding sports player’s first soccer goal, from a puppy’s first journey to the beach, to graduation celebrations – a video camera…
How to clean your computer screen
Posted on April 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Just like the windows in your own home, your car windscreen and the glasses resting on your face, your computer screen can gather streaks, marks and dust. To extend the life of your computer or laptop and keep it in good shape, ensure that you are regularly cleaning it.
A computer screen, in particular, needs thorough cleaning…
A guide to using public WiFi
Posted on May 7, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Public WiFi is a very handy creation in that it enables access to the internet, regardless of your location. At the same time, public WiFi can be dangerous as it can allow others sharing the internet to access private information.
There are a number of ways to increase your…
Clear your computer’s hard drive
Posted on April 2, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
If you are disposing of an old computer, or just want to upgrade programs, it is essential for safety that you wipe clear your computer’s hard drive. These store a range of personal information such as passwords, personal documents, credit card numbers and even medical documentation. All of these can be retrieved and used by the next…
Toggle Remote
Posted on October 3, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
In many cases, the simplest ideas can lead to some of the most innovative designs. Starting with the goal to combine several remote devices into one unit, the Toggle multi-mode touch remote by Seattle-based firm Carbon Design Group is an intuitive device that is surprisingly…
Razorpit
Posted on March 1, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
It can sometimes feel like you are throwing good money after bad constantly buying replacement cartridges for a razor, but unless you are willing to accept a less-than-close shave after a few uses, it is an annoying necessity. Well, at least that was the case until the Razorpit hit the shelves. The Razorpit is not a blade sharpener. It is a blade cleaner that removes dirt, residue and…
