Cool Concepts – The Curved iMac

Check out this cool concept Curved iMac from designer Nuno Teixeira.

It features two screens, the main one is a large curved LCD display at the front.

There is a second LCD screen built into the back, and there are also two web-cams one front and back.

This is a great design, you wouldn’t need 3 monitors anymore just one large iMac with a massive curved display, I doubt we will ever see anything like this, you never know though the designer might just be lucky enough to get a job at Apple.

Hack Converts Nook Color Into Kindle

Since the Nook Color was rooted last month a number of apps have already been loaded onto the Android based tablet. But if you are looking to load Kindel books onto your tablet, Blog Kindle has now posted instructions on how to easily install it.
Once the Nook Color has been hacked the Android Market can then be installed allowing you to install any number of applications including the book reading app Amazon Kindle Books.

Apparently, the rooted Nook Color firmware is currently less than perfect and does require a reboot now and again and dont forget there are possible downsides to rooting your device, which may end up with you bricking the device.

But dont worry if you dont fancy rooting your new Nook, Barnes & Noble has said it will deliver its own app marketplace early in 2011 and eventually update the device to Android 2.2.

Vizio Unveils Android Via Tablet And Phone

If you were fortunate enough to see Vizio’s Rose Bowl advert last night you would have glimpsed a sneak preview of Vizio’s new Via Tablet and 4-inch Via Phone. If you didn’t you can watch the 30 second commercial after the jump.
Specific details on both devices are still a little scarce at the moment, however both devices will be Android based and may even come with Honeycomb installed, when they are officially launched in the summer.

What we do know, is that the new Via Tablet, will have an 8-inch, high-resolution display with a front-facing camera for video conferencing, WiFi wireless connectivity and three speakers

While the new Via Phone will be equipped with a 4-inch screen, a front-facing camera for video calls, a rear-facing 5 megapixel camera and the ability to capture video.

Unfortunately Vizio have declined to provide any prices from the devices and are waiting to release details closer to the launch date. However Matthew McRae, Vizio’s Chief Technology Officer has said the company’s strategy again will be to make affordable products with innovative features.

As always when more information is made available we will keep you updated.

Samsung Partners With Silhouette To Create Worlds Lightest 3D Glasses

In a bid to improve the sales of 3D TV’s worldwide 3D TV manufactures are busily redesigning the eye-ware that is required and in some cases the sticking point for some people making the move to the new 3D technology.
Following in LG’s recent redesign of their 3D glasses Samsung has now partnered with Silhouette to create a pair of 3D glasses that are currently the world lightest, weighing just 28g.

The design has moved the technology part of the glasses to the rear to provide the perfect weight balance between front and back and are designed to fit both adults and children.

They can also detect when 3D images are being viewed and will automatically switch on and off when requiredand can be recharged wirelessly.

Nexus S Overclocked To 1.2 GH

if you are finding the Hummingbird processor in your Nexus S still a little slow even at 1GHz. You will be pleased to know that morfic at XDA has managed to overclock a Nexus S to 1.2 Ghz. Morfic has developed a new kernal allowing owners of the Nexus S to now add an extra 200 milion clock cycles to their processing power.

However the increase in speed does bring a few little glitches that need to be sorted and are currently being looked into. The main one being that the increased speed disables the phone’s Bluetooth capabilities, but its a small price to pay for … more power!

** Please note rooting and overclocking your Nexus S could  cause unseen damage to your handset.

Beanie features built-in headphones for rocking out in the cold

By Luke Anderson
Are you one of those people that must always be listening to your iPod? I’m horrible about using mine, I always think that I’ll use it, but I rarely find the need. I’m usually in my car or at my desk, both of which have an ample supply of music. However, for those that are outdoors a lot, possibly walking or jogging, you’ll love this Tooks Beanie which features a built-in headset.
The beanie looks rather normal, except for the two circles for the speakers, and the cord running down the back. I probably wouldn’t wear this if I were just going out somewhere, but those that like to exercise in the cold might get some use out of it. The Took Beanie comes in six different colors and will set you back $25.

Tooks Beanies with Built-in Headphones

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Posted by Chip Chick in Fashion on June 14, 2007 at 4:02am

Tooks are beanies with built-in removable head phones. Well, we prefer to call them just hats. Beanies sounds sooo… beaniesh.  The headphones are hidden within the inner layers of the hat. Tooks are available in black, navy blue, gray, brown, red or pink and retail for $24.99. And since the headphones are removable and they can be bought separately from the hat for just $12.50.

Acer 4.8-Inch Android Smartphone

Acer 4.8-Inch Android Smartphone

Acer has released some details on its newly launched Android Smartphone which has a huge 4.8 inch display in its latest Global Press Event held in New York City. This monster gadget has a resolution of 1024 x 480 pixels and it seems that this Acer Android device has the highest resolution, and according to Acer the display makes it “100% smartphone, 100% tablet”. Other leaked information regarding this latest technology includes 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, 21:9 Aspect Ratio, WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, 8 megapixel camera with a built in flash and autofocus, HSDPA support, JavaScript optimization, Adobe Flash Player 10.1 support, HDMI output, Dolby Mobile technology, and some handy mobile apps.

This latest android by Acer is expected in the market by 2011, to be specific in the month of April. Pricing and gadget’s name are still unknown as of now.