From the monthly archives:

June 2009

The SpringBoard app behind the all new iPhone OS 3.0 Home Screen looks pretty similar to that of the earlier versions, but there are a few differences.

The SMS is now labelled as Messages, the Stocks icon has had a little makeover and there is a stunningly new Compass icon and app, you will notice that there is a new Voice Memos icon and app as well.

iPhone 2.0x would allow you 9 home screen pages allowing up to 148 apps in total, well the all new iPhone OS 3.0 update will give you 11 pages and up to 180 apps in total, there will be 11 built in which will leave 159 for 3rd party apps and WebClip Safari bookmark shortcuts. Not that much else to say about the home screen really. Oh nearly forgot The iPhone Blog has said that there is a little magnifying glass icon to the left of the tiny dots above the dock. Are you excited about the new software? Vote Now

UPDATE: iPhone OS 3.0 is now live

The all new iPhone OS 3.0 is being launched today at around 6PM possibly before will have many new features and we have told you about them, so let us tell you what hasn?t changed.

The new software will be amazing but things like the ?Weather? has not changed, basically still the same since iPhone 1.0, this time round does not see any change with the calculator; it was upgraded for iPhone 2.0 with its landscape-activated scientific mode but nothing this time round.

All in all it seems that the new software will be amazing, only a few things have remained the same. Are you all excited and ready for the all new iPhone OS 3.0? Vote here now

UPDATE: iPhone OS 3.0 is now live

Fathers Day Gadget Gift Ideas

by Techno Witch on June 17, 2009

It’s that time of year again when us Dad’s should get spoilt rotten. If you’re stuck for what to buy your pa for Fathers Day check out our suitable coolest gift ideas.

If you buy anything from Think Geek, use the code DAD to get FREE shipping.

SoapJet Spray Nozzle – $8.99

SoapJet Spray Nozzle

SoapJet is the revolutionary new spray nozzle that gives you the power of a car wash in the palm of your hand. The secret to the SoapJet is it’s patented technology that combines soap and water outside the nozzle for total control. Ordinary soaping nozzles and brushes flush soap out by forcing water through the soap reservoir. This leads to either not enough soap or too much soap and it can even flush out all of the soap in a just-filled reservoir in a matter of seconds!

The SoapJet Spray Nozzle is available from Amazon for $8.99.

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PIZZA BOSS 3000 Pizza Slicer – $14.99

PIZZA BOSS 3000 Pizza Slicer

Real men don’t use wimpy dimestore pizza cutters! Show that pizza you mean business with our new Pizza Boss 3000. Watch it blast thru pepperoni, extra cheese, even those hard-to-cut anchovies.
It’s built from tough engineering-grade plastics and comes equipped with a laser-etched stainless steel blade with a removable shield for easy clean-up. Most importantly, it’s really really cute and perfect for Fathers Day!

The PIZZA BOSS 3000 Pizza Slicer is available from perpetual kid for $14.99.

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MagnoGrip – $14.99

MagnoGrip

The MagnoGrip is a magnetic wristband guaranteed to securely hold nails, screws, drill bits, fasteners and tools. It allows professionals and do-it yourselfers to finish jobs in less time and with less frustration. The magnogrip is built to handle the most rugged of jobs. Its fabric construct consists of durable heavy duty canvas, industrial grade velcro and high-powered magnets that are strong enough to hold a hammer.

The MagnoGrip is available from Think Geek for $14.99.

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Bringing the Bacon Wallet – $22.99

Bringing the Bacon Wallet

The irresistible allure of bacon has crossed over into the fashion world!
This embossed vinyl wallet with printed design is sure to make a bold statement when you take it out to pay for something.
Each 4.24 inches long x 3.75 inches tall faux leather wallet has plenty of pockets for your cold hard cash and credit cards.

The Bringing the Bacon Wallet is available from perpetual kid for $22.99.

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The Best Nose Hair Trimmer – $24.95

The Best Nose Hair Trimmer

This nose and ear hair trimmer was selected best by the Hammacher Schlemmer Institute after extensive testing of trimming ability, comfort, design and features, and ease of use. Unlike lesser trimmers that leave behind hair clippings, this one has an integrated vacuum system that collects hair as it cuts, and it has two hypoallergenic blades angled 60° from vertical which improve cutting performance to provide a better, faster trim without plucking or pulling.

The The Best Nose Hair Trimmer is available from Hammacher for $24.95.

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Digital Measuring Tape – $24.99

Digital Measuring Tape

The Digital Measuring Tape features a large easy-to-read display that is capable of memorizing your measurements with the push of a button. It can give measurements in either feet and inches or metric units and will even display fractions of an inch (as small as 1/16th) just like a standard tape measure. There is also a setting for adding the case length for taking inside measurements.

The Digital Measuring Tape is available from TG for $24.99.

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Mr. Beer Premium Edition Home Microbrewery System – $39.99

Mr. Beer Premium Edition Home Microbrewery System

In just 14 days, beginning and advanced brewers alike can enjoy a glass of premium, handcrafted beer with this home-brewing kit. The 2-1/2-gallon brew keg features a pour tap and wide-mouthed lid for easy cleaning by hand. Included with this microbrewery kit are a can of West Coast Pale Ale mix, which produces a mild, full-bodied beer, a single-use packet of booster, which contains all-natural carbohydrates that enhance flavor and boost alcohol content, and brewer?s yeast. The beer-making ingredients are simply mixed with water, left to brew in the keg at room temperature for a week, and then put into the kit?s eight one-liter PET bottles for another week, during which time natural carbonation takes place.

The Mr. Beer Premium Edition Home Microbrewery System is available from Amazon for $39.99.

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Men’s Extended Reach Body Hair Groomer – $49.95

Men's Extended Reach Body Hair Groomer

This electric body hair trimmer’s hinged handle extends up to 3″ and locks into place at six different angles, allowing you to trim unwanted hair in hard-to-reach areas in the middle of your back. The six handle positions allow you to hold the shaver foils flush against the skin and accommodate the contours of shoulders, legs, and underarms. The hypoallergenic foils gently capture and lift hair before the blades cut it below the surface, resulting in a longer-lasting, smoother shave without the irritation common to straight razors.

The Men’s Extended Reach Body Hair Groomer is available from Hammacher for $49.95.

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Stainless Steel Wallet – $89.95

Stainless Steel Wallet

Woven using 25,000 stainless steel threads that are three times thinner than a piece of paper –.001″–this is the only wallet with a hand as smooth as silk and the strength that surpasses leather. Impervious to stretching or staining, and without sharp corners or the inherent bulk of other wallets, the stainless steel is the same metal screen found in the architecture, aerospace, and automotive industries, resulting in a thin profile that allows it to fit into a front pocket.

The Stainless Steel Wallet is available from Hammacher for $89.95.

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The Energy Detective – $149.99

The Energy Detective

Did you know that most households pay thousands of dollars a year for electricity? Yes, thousands! The Energy Detective (TED) can help you save 10-20% on your electric bill – hundreds of dollars – and the more you save, the more you help your neighbors, the community, and protect the environment.

The The Energy Detective is available from Think Geek for $149.99.

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Many readers are asking how long they will have to wait for the new iPhone 3G S that they ordered online, well some are saying as early as June 19 which may not be the case but this may not be the case.

According to PC World the June 19th date has been replaced with June 22, never mind as the new downloads of iPhone OS 3.0 updates will happen today which should keep you happy (We will keep you posted when it goes live.

Apparently iPhone 3G customers have reported that their new iPhones according to UPS tracking information appears to have finally arrived in the U.S from China earlier this week, the tracking site promised delivery to customers as early as today. UPS has pulled any mention of this delivery date saying that the recipient had requested a delivery delay. Apparently delivery of the new iPhone 3GS is scheduled for delivery by 10:30 a.m. on Friday.

UPDATE: iPhone OS 3.0 is now live

O2 has confirmed that the new iPhone OS 3.0 software will be ready for 6PM today (June 17); this software will already be on the new iPhone when it releases Friday and will be available to download for your existing iPhone for free.

The all new software will give you around 100 new features for both 2G and 3G iPhone customers, features will include the likes of Cut/Copy/Paste, Move text/Numbers/Email addresses between apps, you will also get a new search area which will allow you to: Find contacts, email addresses, phone numbers, apps and much more.

Other features will include:

  • Read and write texts, emails and picture messaging holding your iPhone sideways
  • Landscape
  • Longer battery life

Existing iPhone 3G customers will get the all new Picture Messaging (MMS), sound files and location with MMS messages, contacts, Send photos, the brilliant Internet tethering.

Just a quick update: According to Pocket Gamer they say that Telefonica has sent out SMS to iPhone users in Spain saying that the new iPhone OS 3.0 is available right now even though it is not.

UPDATE: iPhone OS 3.0 is now live

The Kelty Pop Duo Cooler has built-in prep table

by Techno Witch on June 17, 2009

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A cooler is not usually something to get excited over, they keep things cool, but not much else. Well this little cooler not only has a side to keep your items cool, but it stretches out to give you a flat surface to prepare food on. It’d be a great addition to toss in your vehicle when you’re headed out to go camping for the weekend. Especially since the cooler itself is waterproof, despite that it is a canvas bag. Then it also allows for room for just general supplies that don’t need to stay cool.

On the cooler side of things it will hold a total of twenty 12oz cans, giving you plenty of space to stash a little beer and go fishing. It also has a couple smaller pockets on the bag, so you can divide out small items that don’t need to stay cool. It is a little pricey at $44.96 from Amazon. However, that extra preparation table would be nice to have handy. Especially if you’re not fond of preparing food directly on a picnic table.

Source: GadgetGrid

The all new Apple iPhone OS 3.0 Software is being talked about a lot and why not considering today is the day when you will be able to download it, estimated time in the UK is between 4 to 6PM.

The software will be good because developers will see much more money; the in-app purchasing tool on the iPhone will increase sales thanks for app developers and of course will help Apple compete for top mobile software. The iPhone 3.0 includes a feature that will indeed make it a whole lot easier for users to make such purchases of its iPhone applications.

You should take a gander over on BusinessWeek for more information about Bait for Programmers, Potential Revenue Gains, Nickel-and-Diming Users and the reason behind why rivals should watch closely.

UPDATE: iPhone OS 3.0 is now live

Today is the day for the new iPhone OS 3.0 2009 which will hopefully happen in the UK between 4PM and 6PM today, we are suspecting it will be ready to download about 5PM.

Like you we are waiting for the new iPhone OS 3.0 to go live here in the UK and we was wondering if you are excited and this is why we thought we would do a quick poll just for you, something to do whilst you wait patiently.

The new operating system for the iPhone will give us many new features which we have mentioned many times before and of course we will give you many updates of what we think about it. Anyway whilst you wait please vote below.

UPDATE: iPhone OS 3.0 is now live

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post’s poll.

Price Barrier to Blu-ray Falling Away?

by Techno Witch on June 17, 2009


There are several arguments put forward as to why Blu-ray has been slow to reach mainstream adoption – but price can surely no longer be a major factor.
Best Buy in the US is now offering the Insignia NS-2BRDVD Blu-ray player for US $129.99 shipped.

Continue reading Price Barrier to Blu-ray Falling Away?

Originally appeared on HDTV.biz-news.com :: Latest HDTV Business News on 17/06/2009

Game Consoles Main Driver in Online Video Growth

by Techno Witch on June 17, 2009


Networked video game consoles are the most used devices for bringing web video to the TV in the US – and look set to remain so until 2013, according to an In-Stat report.
It found that 29 per cent of US 25 to 34 year olds with game consoles already use the devices to watch streaming video off the Internet.

Continue reading Game Consoles Main Driver in Online Video Growth

Originally appeared on HDTV.biz-news.com :: Latest HDTV Business News on 17/06/2009

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