Duracell Smart Power Expands Compatibility for myGrid Charging Pad

• Author: Gadget Mania
• Filed under: Gadgets, News
• Date: Jul 6,2010

Duracell Brings Wireless Charging Solutions to Micro-USB Devices and Apple Products

Duracell Smart Power continues to expand its portfolio of personal power products with new myGrid(TM) kits that offer consumers the ability to charge the latest mobile devices. Recognizing the rapidly evolving needs of the modern consumer, Duracell now offers myGrid kits for Apple products, and smart phones with micro-USB ports. With the Duracell myGrid, consumers have an option to simplify the charging process.

MyGrid allows devices to charge wirelessly, eliminating the frustration of having multiple charging cords that can clutter up the home or office space and take up electrical outlets. The new Duracell myGrid kits reinforce the brand’s vision to continually provide consumers with personal power solutions that are focused on reliable performance and technological innovations. Read the rest of this entry »

Consumer Reports Compiles List of Useful Smart-Phone Apps For Motorists

• Author: Gadget Mania
• Filed under: Gadgets, News, Software
• Date: Jun 29,2010

Consumer Reports provides a list of useful smart-phone apps for drivers, tested for the major smart-phone platforms, in the August issue of the magazine. Some of the apps are free.

The full list is available in the August issue of Consumer Reports, which goes on sale June 29. The reports are also available to subscribers of www.ConsumerReports.org. Updated daily, ConsumerReports.org is the go-to site for the latest auto reviews, product news, blogs on breaking news and car buying information.

CR’s editors stress that motorists should not handle their phones while driving, because that creates a distraction that jeopardizes safety for themselves and for others. Using a mobile phone while driving may have legal consequences as well. Read the rest of this entry »

Epson Announces DC-11 Document Camera

• Author: Gadget Mania
• Filed under: Gadgets, News
• Date: Jun 28,2010

Epson DC-11 Allows Teachers to Capture, Create and Share Classroom Content

Epson America announced the Epson DC-11 document camera, designed to help K-12 classrooms promote a dynamic learning environment. Making it easy to display textbooks, experiments, and 3D objects, as well as allow other engaging interactive lessons, the DC-11 includes a host of classroom-centric features, including high quality imaging, easy-to-use features and connectivity.

The Epson DC-11 features a five megapixel sensor, 10x digital zoom, and 30 frames-per-second video at full resolution for stunning image quality and performance. With its large capture area, the DC-11 can display up to two full pages with clarity and detail. Using the convenient built-in microphone and included software, the DC-11 allows teachers to easily record audio and video to capture classroom lessons and student presentations, which can be easily uploaded to class websites for students who missed the lesson or are taking the class remotely(1).

In addition, the convenient split-screen feature allows for easy sharing of live and captured images simultaneously. With the built-in microscope adapter, it is easy to share with the entire class a microscopic demonstration, much larger-than-life, eliminating the need for each student to take turns looking through the microscope.

“Epson understands education and the challenges faced in the classroom, and designed the DC-11 document camera as an easy-to-use tool that allows teachers to better engage visual learners,” said Sara Kim, associate product manager, Epson Projection, Epson America. “The DC-11 represents our most innovative document camera to date, providing a host of features that allow educators to better capture, create and share content.” Read the rest of this entry »

Hitachi Introduces CP-X2511 3LCD Projector For Medium-Size Environments

• Author: Gadget Mania
• Filed under: Gadgets, News
• Date: Jun 26,2010

Hitachi America is introducing the new CP-X2511 3LCD projector. With a brightness of 2,700 lumens and a 2,000:1 contrast ratio, the CP-X2511 is ideal for medium-size classrooms and boardrooms.

The CP-X2511 offers XGA resolution and a variety of features dedicated to easy maintenance. These include a hybrid filter, which requires less frequent cleaning, enabling longer operation.  In addition, the lamp door is on the top while the filter cover slides in and out from the front bottom, making maintenance and replacement of these parts easy. Read the rest of this entry »

DROID X by Motorola Lands on the Nation’s Largest & Most Reliable 3G Network

• Author: Gadget Mania
• Filed under: Cellphones, News, Smartphones
• Date: Jun 24,2010

DROID X Delivers More Browsing, More Connectivity, Personal HD Video and Enterprise Features – All on a 4.3″ Widescreen

Verizon Wireless and Motorola unveiled DROID X by Motorola. DROID X does more with ultra high-speed Web browsing; a fast 1GHz processor; 3G Mobile HotSpot capabilities; loads of memory; intuitive social messaging; Adobe® Flash Player 10.1 ready; and access to Android Market(TM), which has more than 65,000 applications, along with a host of unique Verizon Wireless applications such as NFL Mobile, Skype mobile(TM), V CAST Video, EA Need for Speed Shift(TM) and more.

“Nine months ago, we made a commitment to our customers to bring the openness of Android to the Verizon Wireless network,” said John Stratton, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for Verizon Wireless. “Since then, we have introduced the top-selling Android phone in the marketplace today — the DROID by Motorola. DROID X takes that commitment to another level with exclusive content, faster processing speeds, and, of course, the reliability of our network.”

Sanjay Jha, co-chief executive officer of Motorola and chief executive officer of Motorola Mobile Devices and Home business added, “Motorola designed DROID X to push the extreme limits of Android innovation, and enable you to do even more with your mobile device. We are breaking down barriers so that you can experience the Web the way it was meant to be and create, share and view content like never before, either in your hand or in your home. Enterprise users will also find DROID X appealing with features including push e-mail and live widgets for e-mail and calendar updates.”

DROID X gives customers a 4.3-inch high-resolution screen for viewing the latest movies and video from BLOCKBUSTER On Demand® presented by V CAST Video, the newest addition to the Verizon Wireless V CAST application, which also includes access to favorite TV shows. The DROID X video capabilities let customers capture spontaneous fun, combining a dual-flash, 8-megapixel camera, HD camcorder, as well as DLNA and HDMI connectivity to download, stream and share personal HD content. Read the rest of this entry »