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06/19/2012 Leave a Comment
IO Hellcat II .380 Pistol
I.O., formally known as Inter Ordnance, has developed an improved version of the original .380 HellCat pistol which first went on sale in 2010. The Hellcat II features high viz sights, improved trigger bar and trigger cam, improved extractor and modifications to the frame to ensure easier more reliable feeding form the magazine. The MSRP remains the same starting at $250.
06/19/2012 Leave a Comment
Leatherman Rebar Multi-Tool 25 Year Warranty Included
With the new Rebar Multi-Tool from Leatherman, fans will immediately recognize the iconic box-like body and sloped-neck design found in the Super Tool 300 and Micra. This soon-to-be favorite rounds out Leatherman’s classic “heritage” line of products by offering one in each size category. With all the features to get even the toughest jobs done, in a smaller, slimmer size, the Rebar is sure to be an instant hit on job sites and home projects the world over. Even comes with a 25 year warranty.
06/19/2012 Leave a Comment
Casio G-Shock MR-G 8101JP
For this year’s Baselworld, Casio has unveiled the latest addition to their G-Shock MR-G line. Limited to only 50 pieces worldwide, the MR-G 8101JP features a black titanium case and band, complete with a ruby button and a hand-painted gold city ring. Set for an August release in Japan, the top-of-the-line watch offers G-Shock’s “Tough Movement” technology and auto adjustment functions and will retail for ¥630,000 JPY (approximately $7,665 USD). Read more of this post
06/19/2012 Leave a Comment
Linux is the operating system that virtually runs the internet, millions of servers around the world use Linux so it is a very big thing. Android is the technology that Google has developed the is used in millions of Cell Phones, Tablets and other devices.
The latest refresh of the Linux kernel, 3.3, is now available, and the second release of 2012 brings with it the long-awaited merging of code from Google’s little side project. While that is particularly interesting to developers looking to boot wor run apps on the stock Linux kernel (FYI: optimized power management and other infrastructure that didn’t make it this time will arrive in the next release, 3.4) and represents a resolution to the issues that kept the two apart for so long it’s not the only new feature included. There are improvements to file systems like Btrfs, memory management, networking, security and much, much more. Hit the source link below for the full changelog or grab the code and from the usual locations and get your compile on directly.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/19/linux-kernel-3-3-merged-android-code/
http://kernelnewbies.org/Linux_3.3?el#head-b733d694037e0b34ad47e1b5d38ebc4d1bd1d89f
06/18/2012 Leave a Comment
How many buttoms on your mouse is enough? The Logitech G600 thinks 20. Geared to MMO gamers this mouse has 20 buttons, ith twelve on the side and a shift button that doubles all the functions. Other features include A clickable scroll wheel that tilts. DPI and profile switching.
“The thumb panel’s RBG illumination is fully customizable with over 16 million possible combinations. Set colors to pulse on and off, or configure them to continuously change.
The three memory profiles are stored onboard so you can access all your button, tracking, and lighting color information on any computer with no software required
Assigning the G-Shift function to a button on the G600 doubles the functionality of the other buttons on the mouse – giving you massive configuration power and flexibility.”
06/18/2012 Leave a Comment
Gizmon iCA Military Edition iPhone Case
Taking you back to the days of military photographers and their Leica rangefinders, the Gizmon iCA Military Edition has arrived in solid black for iPhone enthusiasts everywhere. Constructed of 23 durable polycarbonate pieces, the Military iCA wraps itself around your iPhone completely and features a detachable tripod mount which is great for longer exposures and a soft fabric bag that will protect the Camera when not in use. The Military Edition iPhone Case is available at the Four Corner Store for $70 USD.
06/17/2012 Leave a Comment
Zeiss Distagon T* f/2.8 15mm Wide Angle Lens
Carl Zeiss has unveiled a new super wide angle lens that is set to debut in May of this year. The super wide angle Distagon T* 2,8/15 will be available with an EF (ZE) or F bayonet (ZF.2) and enable for dramatic perspectives and performance demanded by the most ambitious landscape and architectural photographers. With a unique ability to capture events in a natural and extraordinary manner, it is also an ideal companion for advertising, journalism and commercial photography. The Distagon T* 2,8/15 incorporates two aspheric lenses and special types of glass material with abnormal partial dispersion to provide a wonderful correction of chromatic aberration. The lens will begin shipping in May 2012 at a recommended retail price of €2,148 EUR or $2,948 USD. Full technical data can be viewed below.
06/17/2012 Leave a Comment
PayPal today announced PayPal Here, the world’s first global mobile payments solution that allows small businesses to accept almost any form of payment. The new service includes a free app and fully encrypted thumb-sized card reader, which turns any iPhone, and soon Android smartphone, into a mobile payment solution. With PayPal Here, small businesses, service providers and casual sellers can send invoices or accept debit and credit cards, checks and PayPal using one simple product. The updated PayPal app for iPhone is available in the iOS App Store globally starting today.
06/16/2012 Leave a Comment
On June 16 2012 an Apple I Motherboard from 1976 sold for $374,500 at Sotheby’s Auction. Sotheby’s was hoping to get between $120,000 and $180,000 for the extremely rare item. The motherboard was one of around one hundred fifty made, one of around fifty to known to currently exist and one of six in working condition.
Although the buyer still needs a keyboard, monitor, case, and power supply to make it work; the original user manuals and some marketing materials are included.
06/16/2012 Leave a Comment
Neon Genesis Evangelion will love this phone, Sharp Neon Genesis Evangelion SH-06D Android Phone. Only be 10,000 of the phones available, but they will only be sold in Japan. It features a heavily customized case, hardware buttons and 3D Android 2.3 skin designed to reflect its heritage. Pre-orders start today, and the phone officially goes on sale June 29.
The Sharp Neon Genesis Evangelion SH-06D Android Phone will be priced at around ¥25,000-¥30,000 JPY (approximately $315-$377 USD).
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