Logitech TV Cam to Offer Video Calling on 2011 Skype-Enabled Panasonic VIERA HDTVs

Logitech Teams Up With Panasonic and Skype to Deliver Up To 720p HD Video Calling in the Living Room

Taking another step toward making a video call from the comfort of your couch, Logitech announced the Logitech TV Cam for Skype, a plug-and-play TV camera that lets you make and receive high-definition video calls directly from select 2011 Panasonic VIERA Connect -enabled VIERA HDTVs that feature Skype.

The Logitech TV Cam for Skype lets you make and receive up to 720p high definition video calls directly from 2011 Panasonic VIERA Connect-enabled VIERA HDTVs – no computer or software-download is required, just connect to the Internet with at least 1 Mbps upload and download speed to start making HD video calls. Using the Logitech TV Cam for Skype is as simple as turning on your TV and selecting the Skype video calling application, which comes preloaded on 2011 Panasonic VIERA Connect-enabled VIERA HDTVs.

"You shouldn't have to wait for the holidays, a special occasion or summer vacation to see distant friends and family," said Joerg Tewes, vice president and general manager of Logitech's consumer video division. "We believe making a video call to loved ones should be easy and natural. We welcomed the opportunity to work closely with respected brands such as Panasonic and Skype to make it possible for more people in more households to connect with one another from the comfort of their living room."

The Logitech TV Cam for Skype offers crisp, clear images – thanks in part to Carl Zeiss optics and Logitech Fluid Crystal Technology – delivering video color and clarity that consumers have come to expect from Logitech webcams and TV Cams. The Logitech TV Cam for Skype also provides a 78-degree wide-angle lens, and two digital, directional microphones that help reduce noise and echoes – perfect for making a video couch call with the whole family.

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'UltraDock', Docking Station to Recharge 2 iPhones and 1 iPad by PhotoFast

PhotoFast has introduced 'UltraDock', a docking station rechargeable 2 iPhones and 1 iPad at the same time, during 'Computex 2011', the world's largest computing show held in Taipei, Taiwan from May 31 to June 4.

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Marantz Melody Media review

The hi-fi landscape is changing and, not surprisingly, it all revolves around Apple if this high-end piece of kit from Japanese brand Marantz is anything to go by. The Marantz Melody Media was crowned as the, “world’s first AirPlay certified music system” when it was announced last summer, though the Apple AirPlay functions didn't go live until firmware updates were issued in November.
It’s no longer alone - other gear from Marantz and Denon now features Apple AirPlay, as does B&W’s new Zeppelin Air - but this employment of the lossless streaming tech is seriously impressive.
Amusingly, the Melody Media’s forbear was described as a “DAB microsystem”, but despite this sleek and solid “networked CD receiver’s” inclusion of a digital radio DAB tuner this is so much more than a simple radio, with streaming, web radio Napster and Last.fm included. Is this just Apple TV without video? No way - it offers some serious audiophile quality that, at its best, breathes new life into any crumbling collection of MP3s of varying quality - though its preferred diet is CD or lossless WAV files.

If you’re in any doubt that this a serious slab of hi-fi kit, take a glance at the Melody’s ample rear. Back there you’ll find connections for stereo speakers alongside three auxiliary inputs (two phonos and one optical digital audio) and some phono outputs. There’s also a subwoofer pre-output, a link to an M-XPort (for adding an optional wireless Bluetooth audio module), and a full suite of antennae ports, though the key connection is wired Ethernet LAN. Providing a direct, wired link to a home network means there’s no fussing over entering WEP keys and suchlike, though it does mean that the unit must live near a broadband router. In our test it immediately found both a PC laptop running Windows 7 and a Mac installed with TwonkyMedia.
The front is visually user-friendlier, housing a CD drive (something of a rarity on gadgets we review these days), a USB slot (that is capable of charging, too), a 3.5mm jack input for non-Apple MP3 players, and a headphones jack.
Getting the Melody onto a home network is no problem, and nor is streaming from computers sitting on that network wirelessly. Streamed from a Mac, stereo imaging within Björk’s Homogenic is seriously impressive, and though the Melody can't quite remove the sharpness of treble highs in this 192kbps track, it does an immaculate job at the other end of the frequency range. Swap to Radiohead’s The Bends at 320kbps and that CD drive suddenly seems rather pointless.

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Jawbone Era hands-on

The Jawbone line from Aliph have always been known for being compact, stylish and equipped with hardcore noise cancellation in the form of NoiseAssassin. The latest headset, the Jawbone Era, features NoiseAssassin 3.0, claiming eliminate more noise than any other headset. Expansys sent us through a Jawbone Era Midnight edition, for a quick hands-on.
We’re not normally taken by packaging on Pocket-lint, but we have to marvel at the compact and recyclable packaging that houses the Jawbone Era, especially as it is easy to get into and it elegantly houses a range of accessories.
You not only get the Bluetooth headset, but you also get a wide choice of ear fitting options - there are a number of difference sizes of earbud, or the option of an ear hook to get the secure fit that you want. You can mix and match the fittings if you like, but they do attract debris - just look at our photos in the gallery. No, don't panic that isn't ear wax, it's just dust.
The compact headset measures 51.3 x 14.5 x 24.1mm and weighs just 10.2g. It looks like previous models, namely the Icon, but with distinctive perforated metal outer shell. This shell is laid on red backing, which shimmers through the surface when the light catches it, giving a great effect. 

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TVonics unleashes the DTR-Z500HD Freeview+ HD recorder

TVonics has unveiled its latest PVR - the Freeview HD packing DTR-Z500HD.
The durable, rugged set top box has the same features that you'll find packed in the DTR-HD500 though in a newly designed aluminium casing that its makers state "is perfect for stacking".
The Z500HD includes HDMI switch technology which will allow you to hook up two HDMI devices to your TV using only one of its slots. It also has a couple of USB ports and series and trailer recording options.
As well as the new device, TVonics has also stated that it will be launching new software upgrades for existing HD (and DTR-HV250) customers, adding an EPG upgrade and a Dolby Surround Sound upgrade.
Andy Carr, CTO, TVonics commented: “Anyone with kids knows that nothing, especially gadgets, is safe when they’re playing. TVonics has therefore designed the DTR-Z500HD to withstand family life.”
“Along with wanting products that are physically durable, we also know that people want a product that’s going to last and not become obsolete the moment a new model comes on the market. That’s why we are committed to providing software upgrades whenever possible so our existing HD customers can expect to see more downloadable upgrades in the near future.”

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Modern TouchTunes Virtuo Jukebox Reinvents Music

Not many people use jukeboxes these days because there are moments when you will fill quite frustrated of the complex and tiresome interface. This will make you have an overall experience that will be generic and less engaging.
For a more modern machine the TouchTunes Virtuo was created by the people of Frog Design. The designers said that in their testing users were quite happy with the results and furthermore encouraged the product. They said that with it they felt a new kind of music and this sort could be a new experience of club music

To make it better integrate on the modern landscape the classical jukebox suffered a “facelift” with some new age add-ons. There were integrated in both the interface aspect but also in the functionality.
Could this be a comeback many didn’t expect? Well, let’s hope we get one in the office to test it.

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VSP-1 Noise Generator Keeps Your Conversations Secure.

With so much socializing implication in your lives privacy has become to be a big issue (remember those Facebook argues with the social site not respecting users intimacy?). And this issue spreads even in normal conversations. For example at hospitals and pharmacies you don’t want everybody to know your problems but at the same time whispering is not such a good option. Well, for those occasions Yamaha created the VSP-1 Noise Generator making eavesdropping impossible This little thingy produces sounds that are pleasant to human ear and at the same time protects your conversation. The only bad thing about it is the price, designer targeting its product at $1,200 apiece. Now that’s a load of money for something that makes noise (I have a girlfriend that dose that for free). But who knows, maybe there will be people who see the full power of this noise-reactor

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Water Powered H2O Shower Power Radio

Daily shower is something most of us have (I want to believe all of us but let’s not start a fight). There are times when a little music can add perfection to a morning bath but the electricity is some kind of a problem in the high humidity bathroom. So what would be the solution?
Well, how about a device that plays sounds and runs on water. Named the H2O Shower Power Radio this could prove to be the solving of your problems. And the power for it will be generated by the water that passes through it.

Some funny problems could appear in the process like: what happens if you love the song and you finished the shower. Or, what if the pressure of the water is not enough to start the “engine” inside? So many questions with so little solutions!
Well I remember a movie with some stranded people on an island where they made their own homes and plumbing system. This is just the perfect technology to integrate in those surroundings.

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Keyport Compatible USB Flash Drive

Have you used the keychain alternative a.k.a Keyport? This gadget is new for me, and if you’re just like me, you may wonder what kind of device it is. I need 5 minutes to understand it, and now I know how useful it’s and I’ll be happy if I have a chance to have the Keyport Slide V.01. Fit comfortably in a pocket, Keyport Slide consolidates up to six keys into one gadget that allows access to any of them with just the slide of thumb.

And in the coming days, you can insert a Keyport compatible USB flash drive into Keyport Slide. Available for pre-order through www.mykeyport.com, the drive comes in 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB. Keyport compatible keys, called Blades, provide the foundation upon which Keyport designs its streamlined access tools. They include a one-size-fits-all head and seamlessly take the place of traditional keys. Keyport uses the same universal head for all of its inserts including the USB flash drive, bottle opener, and mini-LED (due out in March).

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Solar Charging Backpack: Charging On The Go

Are you going hiking for 1000 km next holidays? and you do not want your iPod getting power lost, prepare your self with the solar charging backpack. You can buy at www.geeks.com for $29.99. And before you buy lets consider the features that comes along: Water resistant, small solar panel to charge iPods, PDA, cellphone, and many more. The solar panel also work with indoor lighting and you can charge most of electronic devices in 4-6 hours

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Duracell myGrid Charging Pad

Duracell Smart Power’s new myGrid kits offer consumers the ability to charge the latest mobile devices with micro-USB ports. With the Duracell myGrid, consumers have an option to simplify the charging process. MyGrid allows devices to charge wirelessly, it can charge up to four devices and can be placed in any orientation on the myGrid charging pad

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New GL10 Instant Mobile Printer from Polaroid and Lady Gaga

Polaroid announced the GL10 Instant Mobile Printer. The GL10 produces Polaroid Classic Border, full bleed and contemporary 3×4” photos in less than one minute. Designed by Polaroid and Lady Gaga as both a creative tool and fashion accessory, the GL10 comes with elegant brushed metal and textured surfaces with leather accents. The 15-ounce GL10 printer works from most mobile phones wirelessly via Bluetooth and from most digital cameras, Windows PCs and Macs via a USB cable and provides the classic Polaroid instant experience using the ZINK Technology. This portable photo booth will be available in May 2011 (US, $149.99 MSRP). ZINK 3×4” paper will be available in May 2011 at a price to be announced

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Cuddle-Up with the Un-Dead -•Zombie plush

What happens when you take old broken plush toys and bury them in the woods by the light of the full moon while whistling the theme song from "Halloween"? Unfortunately nothing...which is why the skillful design monkeys here at ThinkGeek were forced to come-up with our own scary (but cute) zombie plush.

The Dismember-Me Plush Zombie begs to be torn limb from limb. After all he is a decaying re-animated corpse turned into irresistible cuddly plush. Rip off an arm... he doesn't mind. Tear him in half.. he'll barely notice. Pull off his legs... ok now he's getting a bit annoyed. Steal his brain... now you've really done it. Keep your teddy bears under close guard tonight because undead plush have come back from hell to walk the earth.

Product Features

• Plush Zombie can be ripped apart in various ways
• All limbs and head are removable and interchangeable
• Torso can be pulled apart to reveal intestines
• Zombie holds a tiny plush brain snack in his right hand
• 12" in Length
• Exclusive product designed and manufactured by ThinkGeek
• Choking Hazard - Small Parts. Not suitable for Children under 3 years. This is an Adult toy.
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Snuggle your phone by day, this plush by night

You know what this copywriter monkey doesn't grok? The whole iPhone thing. Sure, they're cool, there are thousands of apps. They have a shiny apple on the back. You pay a lot of money for them (and then for their larger cousin). But are they really THAT special? ThinkGeek is divided down the lines of the iPhone and the Droid folks. Oh, then there's Brett and Julie who insist on keeping their Blackberries. Weirdos.

Since there's been so much love on ThinkGeek for iPhones, what with all the cases and accessories, we figured it was time to throw some love toward our other favorite smartphone. If you're semi-permanently attached to your Droid by day, you know how hard it is to plug it in and leave it all alone on your nightstand at night. Why not snuggle this adorable green Android Plush Robot every night? He'll bring you sweet dreams... maybe even of electric sheep.

 Product Features

WARNING: Choking hazard. Small parts. Not for children under 3.
• Plush Green Android Robot
• Posable articulated head and arms
• For folks who are attached to their smartphone
• Also, for folks who don't grok why everyone else <3s iPhones
• Snuggle your phone by day, this plush by night
• As with all ThinkGeek robots, guaranteed to be three laws safe

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Click and Pivot for Fast iPhone and iPod Charging

How many 30-pin cables do you have and how many of them are not where you are when you need to recharge your ipone or ipod.

Yes, that's a rhetorical question. We know the answer. You probably have at least half a dozen cables and none of them are around when you need them. Or, you have one but you really don't like the way they clutter up the kitchen counter. Or, the cable you do have is frayed and worn and you know you need to buy a new one but you keep forgetting. In the end, there's always something getting between your iWhatever and the electricity it so desperately needs. That's why we'd like to introduce you to this clever little wall charger.
 Sure it's compact and beautiful but there also a neat feature: it pivots. By pivoting, the charger lets you slide your device into place without wrangling. Also, since you're charging straight from the wall socket you're getting more power delivered to the device and that means a faster recharge than if you connect it to a USB port on your computer. Oh, and since it's mounted to the outlet it also means your iPhone/iPod won't be on the counter the next time you spill a bowl of Cocoa Puffs. Not that you've done that, have you? Of course, the important thing is there's no cable needed which means that you don't need to worry about any more rhetorical questions, now do you?

• Charges your iPhone or iPod from any wall outlet
• Dock connector pivots for easy connection
• Fast charging due to increased power delivery (as compared to USB-port charging)
• Compatible with iPhone (Original, 3G, 3GS), iPod Touch (Original-2nd Generation), iPod Classic, iPod Nano (1st-5th generation)

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For those extra-long days

A geek's day is never done. There are long hours at work, including answering emails via our smartphones while we're supposedly on our lunch hour. There are those websites we can't/shouldn't access at work that we visit on our phones instead. Once work is over, there's texting our significant other while stuck in rush hour traffic. After dinner, it's time for gaming or heading out to test out gadgets at the store before we buy them for a better price online. And sometimes, we forget that our iPhones don't have unlimited battery life.
This ultra-thin battery charger for your favorite iDevice is only a centimeter thick and 62g! Tiny and intensely powerful like a double rainbow. Slip it in your pocket or your laptop bag for an emergency charge you can count on. Works great for all models of iPhone and most newer models of the iPod for you music junkies out there. Recharge your Ultra Slim Emergency Battery Charger by USB to your PC or plug into the wall so it's ready to go for your next battery emergency.

Product Specifications

• Ultra thin battery charger gives your iDevice emergency juice
• Just 1 cm thick! TINY AND INTENSE!
• Capacity: 1200 mAh
• Built-in LED indicator
• On/Off switch
• No bulky dock connector outside
• Recharge by USB mini from your PC or any A/C adapter (included)
• Supply instant charging when your iPod or iPhone runs out of power
• Compatible with iPhone 4, 3GS, 3G, 1st Gen
• Compatible with iPod Touch 3/2/1, Classic 120G, 5th Gen (video), Nano 5/4/3
• Weight: 2.2 oz (62g)
• Dimensions: 3.8" x 2.8" x .4"

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Charge your iPhone wirelessly

In the future all electronic devices will be wirelessly powered. Forget pesky power strips and wall outlets... high frequency microwave beams will permeate our homes providing power wherever it's needed. Of course by then we'll have cured cancer and hacked our own DNA and won't have to worry about any ill effects of EMF radiation. But until then we can use nifty induction technology to charge our electric toothbrushes, and now our iPhones! Look Ma, no wires! Tesla would be proud.
The AirVolt is a ThinkGeek Exclusive: you won't find it anywhere else! Simply slide your phone into the included receiver case, place it on the power tray, and watch in amazement as your phone charges wirelessly via induction. It works just as quickly as a standard charger and automatically powers off once your phone is completely charged. And the best part? It's half the price of those other wireless phone chargers so you'll be able to afford pizza for D&D night.

• A ThinkGeek exclusive product!
• Compatible with iPhone 3G/3GS
• Now compatible with iPhone 4, using optional adapter
• Works via induction - Tesla would be so proud of us
• Charges as fast as a standard charger
• Automatic power-off
• Built-in extra USB power port
• Dimensions: 5.5" x 4.5" (14 x 11.5cm)
• A/C Power: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, .5A (Input); 9VDC, 1A (Output)
• Includes: charging tray, receiver, A/C power supply, instructions
• iPhone is a Registered Trademark of Apple, Inc. This product is not an officially licensed product from Apple, Inc.

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Be the Babe (or Dude) with the power

USB is the new voodoo. (You knew?) It's the magical power source that fuels our monkey hearts. But how often has this happened to you? You're having a perfectly fine day, all happy and at peace with the world when suddenly your cell phone dies. Okay, it's not exactly sudden since most phones give more than adequate "low battery" warnings. Running your cell phone on red battery is like driving your car around on E. You know it's going to die if you don't refill it, but you figure you have JUST ENOUGH fuel to get you home... right? Right?

Don't chance it. This friendly white square will save you on those long days when you have 5 minutes of battery, but 5 hours to go before you sleep. It's the optimal emergency charger for cell phone, mp3 player, or any USB-powered device. Charge it up with your computer and then toss it in your laptop bag, backpack, or purse, where it will remain charged and ready for you. When it's time for emergency juice, switch the charger on, select the appropriate tip, plug it in to the Portable USB Power Supply and your device, and watch the magic happen!

Product Specifications

• Optimal emergency charger for cell phone, mp3 player, or any USB device
• Ultra-slim and sleek design makes it easy to carry
• High transfer efficiency so you get as much power as possible
• Supports: cell phones, PDAs, handheld gaming devices, mp3 players, bluetooth devices
• Li-Polymer battery cell with high safety and stability, 1000mAh
• Holds a charge for approximately 3 months in standby mode
• Package contains:
• Charger
• Cell phone tips (Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, mini USB, micro USB (Blackberry)
• User manual
• USB cable
• Lanyard
• Dimensions: Approx. 2.3" x 2.3" x 0.25"

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Movie Theater in your Pocket

When the iPhone first came out it was a pretty eye catching desirable status symbol. Now everyones, got the damn thing and you're just as likely to see a 14 year old kid wielding the amazing smartphone power as some old rich dude in a Porsche. Hmmm... so what could you do to make your iPhone stand out a bit from the masses and enter the realm of the extraordinary again? Purchase the MiLi iPhone Projector of course.

This unfold-able LED pico projector is designed specifically with your iPhone in mind. Simply flip it open and dock your iPhone. Play any movie or video on your phone and project it up to 70 inches wide. Your friends will gasp in awe at your new pocketable movie theater. What's more, plug in any other AV source or VGA input from your laptop and display that as well. The built-in battery even powers and recharges your iPhone while docked in the projector.
Important Note
The lens ships with a protective plastic film. Please peel off this film before using the Mili for the first time.
Product Features

• Hi-Res LED Video projector docks with your iPhone/iPod Touch to show videos and movies
• Project a screen up to 70 inches in a dark room
• Built in speaker boosts the volume of your iPhone
• Easy to use, simply turn on the MiLi, dock your phone and start playing video
• Charges your iPhone from the built in battery while projecting
• Connect to a laptop via VGA, or to any composite video source
• Includes: 100-240V AC Wall adapter for charging, VGA Video Cable, Composite Video Cable, IR Remote

Product Specifications

• Li-Pol Battery:11.1V/1200mAh
• Input:14V-2A(Max.)
• Output: 5V-1A(Max.)
• Projection Screen Size:5-70inches
• Resolution:640x480 pixels(VGA)
• Contrast:100:1
• Brightness:10 Lumens
• Projection System: LCOS RGB
• LED Lifetime: 20000 hours
• Projection Source: iPhone,iPod,MP4,DVD,STB and Laptop etc.
• Dimensions:148(L) 70(D) 41(T)mm

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•Roaming robot --the Rovio

It comes in peace.

Your friends at Skynet bring you the Rovio! Rovio is a robotic webcam with microphone and speaker for 2-way audio. This wi-fi connected bad little bot will stream video and audio to your favorite web-enabled browser anywhere in the world! Use your PC, your MAC, your iPhone, even your PS3 to control Rovio.In this way meatbags will have the illusion of control over the machine. Drive the bot around the house, take pictures of the family and e-mail them to friends. All this can be done from thousands of miles away.
 Every human family should own a Rovio. This way the machines will be able to see and hear everything you do. Rather meatbags will be able see and hear everything other meatbags do.

Rovio

• Easily control Rovio remotely 24/7 from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
• Rovio detects your computer settings and guides you through the setup process.
• Its head-mounted moveable camera and wide range of vision enable you to see and hear exactly what Rovio sees and hears, on your screen.
• Set waypoints so that Rovio can navigate itself around your home, without having to control each step yourself!
• At the click of a button, send Rovio back to the charging dock using its self-docking capabilities - even when you are not at home!*
• Guide Rovio through dimly lit locations with the aid of its built-in LED headlight.
• Rechargeable NiMH battery included
• 1 x Charging dock with built-in TrueTrack Beacon
• 3 x Omni-directional wheels
• 1 x Head-mounted VGA camera
• 1 x Speaker and 1 x microphone for 2-way audio
• USB connectivity
• Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11b and 802.11g)
• Dimensions: 10" x 9" x 4" (8" with camera full extended

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