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Episode 41: Home Networking
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Get your computers to talk to each other in this episode, where the Gurus of Cool talk about how to put together a wired (or wireless) network at home in a few easy steps. Plus, you'll hear about new lower-cost lanyard headphones for the iPod nano, a cordless lawnmower that really works, as well as another not-to-be-missed edition of the Rapid-Fire Roundup of Cool Products.
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Griffin TuneBuds Lanyard for iPod nano
by Charlie White
Until recently, Apple had a lock on the lanyard earphone market for the iPod nano, cornering the market with their unique earphones whose wiring is integrated with their necklace, with the nano securely attached to the bottom of the lanyard. Now Griffin enters this specialty market with TuneBuds for nano ($34.99), combination earbuds and lanyard available in either white or black. Besides their price, they differ from the Apple's iPod nano lanyard ($49.99) in a few key ways. Let's take a look and listen. ...Read More »
Going Green Lawn Care
by Chada Schleicher
Now that summer has officially kicked off, many will be toiling for hours on their lawns trying to out do their neighbor. But loud mowers that belch smoke and eat gas are not fun. I recently purchased the Neuton lawnmower that runs off a rechargeable battery, and it makes mowing a breeze. ...Read More »
Red Digital Cinema Intros Red One 4K Camcorder
by Charlie White
Red Digital Cinema caused quite a buzz NAB 2006 with its Red Camera System, which the company says will be shipping by the end of this year. Started in 1999 by Oakley founder Jim Jannard and former AJA ace Ted Schilowitz, the company introduced a digital cinema camera that's said to be capable of 4K (4,520 x 2540 pixels) image acquisition using a specialized custom-made 12-megapixel sensor whimsically called Mysterium. We got pictures of a non-working prototype of the new camera nestled beneath reinforced glass, and talked with the company's founders about this innovative technology. ...Read More »
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iDog
The iDog is a fun robotic pooch that moves and grooves to the beat of your music. Connect your iPod or MP3 player to the little robot, and you'll have a brand new friend to listen to your DRM-free music.
Creative Live! Cam Voice
This new webcam captures 1.3-megapixel video and has directional audio technology with an adaptive array of microphones for the best sound yet. It has a wide-angle lens and smart face tracking to track your every move. Available now for $99.
Emerson iTone C200
Yet another iPod docking station, this one has a built-in alarm clock and radio. Best of al,l this sub-$100 unit works with any iPod -- even that awful shuffle.
OpenX
Open those bulletproof packages with OpenX, a handheld tool that makes opening impenetrable plastic gadget packs safe and easy. It's sharp, easy to use, and it just might save you a trip to the emergency room. $4.95 with free shipping.
FUNkit DJ iPod Speaker
If the iDog seems too lame, check out the Funkit DJ ipod speaker. Plug your ipod into this novelty product and the robot shines lights and even scratches on the built in turntable. No word if it makes your party any better.
Tape Timer
Here's a kitchen timer that uses a tape measure sticking out the top to tick off minutes and seconds. Start it by pulling out the tape measure; it lets you know when it's done with a loud ring. It's $18.
Digital Photo Keychain
Carry your favorite photos anywhere. This one-inch keychain holds 56 photos of family, friends, or even that hottie from myspace.com. With a rechargeable battery, you can annoy everyone with the latest pictures of your little one.
Netflix Downloads
You've heard of the Netflix service which sends you DVDs in the mail, now Netflix will be offering movie downloads by the end of the year, according to BusinessWeek magazine. Let's hope there's not too much nasty copy protection involved.
Grill Alert Talking Remote Thermometer
If you are too lazy to check the meat on the grill, you need the Grill Alert Talking Remote Thermometer. Stick the probe in your food and it will tell you when it is cooked to perfection.
Woodflame Delecto Grill
Do your grilling this Memorial Day weekend in a way that’s fast, clean and green, too. Put a small cube of recycled wood inside the oxygen filled combustion chamber, and it's hot enough to cook in two minutes. It's $250.
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