According to rumors, the next-gen Nintendo DS might be released in April or May 2009. However, there is no confirmation from Nintendo. The leaked picture above shows that the next generation DS will offer a wider aspect ratio and also touch-sensitive. Stay tuned for more updates.
ION Audio has rolled out a brand new 35mm slide and film scanner that allows you to preserve all your memories on the negatives digitally. Priced at only $100, the SLIDES 2 PC is powered by USB and offers a 5MP scanner and a four-glass optic element. Each purchase of this scanner also comes with the exposure control and color correction. Not bad for a $100 gadget…
Sony comes back with an innovative product in the form of the Sony IP Music Player. Designed by Eijiro Mori and Takuo Ikeda, the device uses a small stick that you can insert into various spots on the gadget surface to produce sounds and animations. Watch the videos after the jump to see what it’s like. Read more »
Designed by UK artist Fiona Thomson, the Ode to Beethoven allows you to dock your iPod or MP3 player in the Beethoven’s head. The gadget combines classic artistic aesthetics with modern technology. Unfortunately, it is only a concept.
I can’t wait to buy the new Sony PSP-3000. The next generation of Sony PSP comes with a built-in microphone that allows users to use it for Skype or plays video games that requires a microphone. The gadget also has an improved LCD screen. The new LCD adopts the anti-reflection technology, a stronger contrast ratio, and faster response time. Available in “Piano black”, “Pearl White” and “Mystic Silver”, the Sony PSP-3000 will be released in Japan, Asia, North America and Europe in October 2008. Video after the jump. Read more »
The Arbor Gladius G0710 is a rugged tablet PC that has passed the IP-54 certification. The gadget has been tested by the Military Standard 810F tests for vibration, crash shock and transit drop. It comes equipped with an Intel Atom CPU, 7 inch sunlight readable LCD touch screen display with 1,024 x 600 resolution, 2MP CCD camera, Microphone, Bluetooth connectivity, Gigabit LAN, USB 2.0 ports and 1.8 inch hard drive.
New Zealand manufacturer Aceeca International unveiled its new rugged handheld PC. Dubbed as the Meazura MEZ1500, this portable computer is powered by Marvell PXA270 processor, a 2.8 inch touch screen display at 320 x 240 resolution, 64MB RAM, 32MB flash memory, compact Flash memory card slot and MZIO (Meazura I/O) slot. Too bad, it only has a poor USB 1.1 port. The price tag is at $549, depending on the configuration.
