Monday, October 22, 2007

CTT-Net intros TouchSense-enabled navigation systems


It's been a while since we last heard about Immersion's TouchSense technology for LCDs, but it looks like the tactile feedback technology has now managed to squeeze itself into one of its biggest potential markets, with CTT-Net now introducing a pair of TouchSense-enabled GPS units. Aimed squarely at the Korean market, the CSN-7040 and CIN-7000 models each boasts 7-inch touch screens, and support for DMB mobile TV, along with the usual array of GPS and PMP features. But, of course, the real selling point is that tactile feedback, which Immersion says will "minimize driver distraction" by reducing the time spent glancing over at the unit. No word on pricing or availability just yet, it seems, or any word of the technology making into GPS units outside of Korea, though we're guessing Immersion is far from giving up on that last point.

Source: www.engadget.com

The Ferrari Segway: 0 to arcane in 60 seconds


Believe it or not there it is, the Ferrari-branded Segway. It's not any faster than the regular PT i2 and certainly won't help to convince the authorities to repeal any sidewalk-safety laws. It is red, however, and features a conspicuous Cavallino Rampante badge for all your subordinates to see. All yours Mr. PoloPants for just €8,429 or $12,000.

[Via Sybarites, thanks RV]

New Acme Laptop a gamer’s dream

Acme Lunchbox 3 screen LCD Computer

Hold onto your hats. The new Acme LPG370TS lunchbox computer comes with three 17-inch high-res LCD screens into it’s portable briefcase style computer. Under the hood is an Intel Core 2 Quad 2.4GHz processor, 2GB RAM, Dual nVidia 8800GTX cards in SLI mode, 8 channel audio, Firewire 400 and USB connections, and a Dual Gigabit LAN. WOW. That’s some serious portable gaming power. Especially if you’re a digital fighter jock looking to shoot down some bad guys in cyberspace.

Source: www.coolest-gadgets.com

Nokia announces N810

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The Internet tablet idea was pretty groovy when it was introduced in the form of Nokia’s 770 Internet tablet a couple of years ago - after all, having a device that surfs the Web wirelessly while supporting email, Internet radio, an RSS news reader, an image viewer and media playback capability certainly sounds like a dream. Fast forward a couple of years later, you would probably think that such a device is actually a cellphone, hence doing away with the need for something like the Nokia 770. Or is it? Apparently Nokia thinks otherwise, releasing the N810 Internet tablet that essentially does the same thing as before, save for updated hardware to keep up with the times. It seems that the target market are casual Internet users who want to browse the Web while commercials are being shown, or for those who need to check their email without having to lug around a laptop wherever they go. More on the Nokia N810 after the jump.

Source: www.coolest-gadgets.com

Walkstation gives you a workout

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Not at a gym, mind you, but at work itself. This standing height desk is hooked up to a treadmill, helping you burn up additional calories while you’re trying to be productive for your boss. One thing’s for sure - either sweat absorbing and fast drying business suits will be all the rage in the upcoming fashion season, or most people will go to work in the gym attire should the Walkstation actually catch on big time. My guess is neither, as only a select few will take advantage of this unique multi-tasking office furniture. It will retail for $6,500 when released - and unless you use it regularly instead of going to the gym, you probably won’t see a very positive ROI on this one.

Source: Crave

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