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retromodo

Retromodo: Microsoft Takes a Few Steps Back With "The Veda" Computing System

While The Veda concept is a fairly new idea out of Microsoft's R&D labs, the design itself looks as though it was picked out of a time capsule sealed in the mid '90's. Apparently, the Veda can be used as a phone when the screen is closed, as a multimedia player when the screen is open, and as a normal portable PC by opening the screen and extracting the keyboard. It also looks about the same size as a library dictionary. More »

7:00 PM on Mon Jun 16 2008
By Sean Fallon
6,613 views, 16 comments

Latest by Mike918: @TorrenceBlackbird: Yeah i know, but the fact that other people not involved with apple had to to those aplications is patethic. more »

convergence

Portable Digital Frame, Webcam and Alarm Clock All-In-One

Hong Kong-based WinWin Industry has recently unveiled a product that combines a digital picture frame, webcam and an alarm clock with temperature and calendar functions in a single, semi-portable device. It also features 8MB of memory, a built-in rechargeable battery, a 1.44-inch screen and a 300K pixel camera resolution. More »

8:40 PM on Thu Feb 28 2008
By Sean Fallon
2,212 views, 11 comments

design

Couple-It Handset Takes a More Practical View on Convergence

When it comes to convergence, the trend these days is to cram all sorts of functionality into a single device—even if those functions seem to be massively impractical given the limitations of current technology. However, a UK based design firm named Alloy has taken a more practical approach with their Couple-IT concept. The unit consists of a handset and a pocket-sized "laptop" that share information over a network. More »

5:20 PM on Tue Feb 19 2008
By Sean Fallon
5,022 views, 20 comments

gardening

S(tool) Turns Garden Fork into Garden Chair

It's been a long summer day tending the garden and you need to sit down, but there is no chair in sight. If only you were using the S(tool), then you wouldn't have to worry about finding one. Designed by Langton Stead, the S(tool) is a bent wood handle with two garden forks on either side. All you have to do is shove them into your lawn, and BAM!, instant chair. The perfect gift for the laziest green thumb you know, it's available directly from the designer, though no word on price. [Langton Stead via productdose]

5:10 PM on Tue Feb 12 2008
By Benny Goldman
2,580 views, 20 comments

Latest by Amiash: STOLL STOOL STOL? more »

mouse

Evergreen Genius Navigator 365: It's a Mouse! It's a Gamepad! It's a Gamemousepad!

Evergreen's new Genius Navigator 365 is described by the English translation of Impress as "a USB gamepad deformed laser mouse", and we couldn't agree more. The mouse is 1600dpi, the gamepad has eight buttons and a D-pad, and it sells for $33 (¥3,499). Be warned, of course, that you get what you pay for. [Impress]

11:16 AM on Fri Feb 8 2008
By Benny Goldman
2,757 views, 16 comments

form voltron!

Allard on Zune 1 Failing, Hitching Zune to Xbox, and the Phone Yet To Come

What J. Allard reveals when he talks about Microsoft's (and his) plans for conquering all media isn't surprising—an integrated, single network for all of its entertainment products and services. NYT's Bits sums up his spiel in three sentences:
Even though the Zune and Xbox product brands are separate, they are ultimately meant to connect to the same central network. The online services for Xbox, Zune and future products will merge. Video will be a key part of this service.
Allard also shared his feelings about the first Zune—what he calls "failing fast"—and the potentially true rumors of a Zune phone. More »

4:42 PM on Fri Nov 16 2007
By Matt Buchanan
7,231 views, 40 comments

Latest by n/a: Hold on a second. I though the I*PHONE* was supposed to be a PHONE. hum, thats wierd. Shouldnìt we be comparing Ipod classics and Zunes? The iPhone is a great product, but not because it is a music player. People are buying it because more »

convergence

Nintendo DS Picking Up Information, TV Programming Functions

Looking to expand the DS's base even further beyond casual gamers in its plan for world domination, according to the WSJ, Nintendo's going to roll in some not-so-game-y info-oriented functions, like a TV programming feature for the Japanese market that will let users "check television listings, run searches by keyword and genre, and highlight each family member's favorite programs." Satoru Iwata didn't lay out the full scope of their grand plan, but already in testing is wirelessly accessible information in places like museums, train stations and amusement parks, so one can quickly find the closest panty-vending machine. If they're going the convergence portable route (which better come stateside), you know what else would be useful? A web browser that doesn't suck. [WSJ via N4G via Kotaku, Flickr]

3:40 PM on Tue Oct 30 2007
By Matt Buchanan
1,390 views, 3 comments

Latest by kingshrimp: " ... you know what else would be useful? A web browser that doesn't suck". Amen. more »

convergence cell

Nokia 6301 Allows Seamless Wi-Fi and GSM Calls

Nokia's latest cell phone, the 6301, has Unlimited Mobile Access (UMA) technology, which means you can make calls over the Internet via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and revert to GSM when out of range. It's slim, lightweight, has a two-megapixel camera, MP3 player, FM radio, two-inch screen and a desk stand that makes you look important charges your phone while you're connected via WLAN. Stats, price and press release are all below. More »

7:48 AM on Thu Sep 20 2007
By AddyDugdale
12,299 views, 11 comments

convergence

Ashtray Clock Keeps Track of Your Smoking Habits

Time sure does fly when you are tarring over your lungs. The Ashtray Clock is a unique twist on a couple of old products. This clock can actually be used as an ashtray, but once the cigarette butts and ashes start to accumulate it may be a bit hard to count down the minutes until your next fix. Maybe you should just use it as a decorative piece and keep knocking those ashes into your leftover beer cans, you smelly bastard. $35. –Travis Hudson More »

3:20 PM on Mon May 7 2007
By Travis Hudson
1,072 views, 5 comments

Latest by lws1984: Actually, most smokers smell bad, the shampoo might be useful. Although the best way to get rid of the smell is to stop smoking, duh. more »

convergence

Projector with an Integrated DVD Player

It may be a bit of an oxymoron, but home theater junkies can be lazy as hell too. Sure, they will dump thousands of dollars into a system, but who wants to actually set it up? That is where this projector steps in. This red rocket has an DVD player built directly into it. It isn't the complete lazy-man's dream because speakers would still need to be hooked up, but it could provide a fairly nice, clean-cut ceiling install. Epson also makes a similar projector, but it isn't as pretty as this red dandy. –Travis Hudson More »

3:00 PM on Mon May 7 2007
By Travis Hudson
2,509 views, 9 comments

Latest by squidley: great for the ceiling install, just cut a hole in your upstairs neighbor's floor and have them load DVDs for you. more »

gadgets

LG Combination Microwaves Pleases the Convergence Fiends



How about a little coffee or bagel with your Hot Pocket? LG has combination microwaves that include either a six-cup coffee maker or a bagel toaster actually attached to the microwave. The units are all stainless steel and go for $150 or so. More »

8:00 PM on Fri Apr 6 2007
By Travis Hudson
3,305 views, 18 comments

home entertainment

Apple TV vs. Xbox 360: Media Center Showdown

Walt Mossburg said in his review that "Apple TV's most formidable competitor is the Xbox 360 game console from Microsoft, which, in addition to playing games, can also play back content from Windows computers on a TV." The Times' techmeister David Pogue also calls up the 360 Media Extender in his review, as well some other gadgets. More »

Feature

9:30 PM on Thu Mar 22 2007
By Matt Buchanan
29,641 views, 40 comments

peripherals

MugMoue: Coffee Mug Computer Mouse

This basic coffee mug can also function as an optical computer mouse. I'm sure the ergonomics aren't the greatest, but it will keep your hand warm and give you something to impress everyone in the office with. It is still a conceptual design right now, but expect the MugMouse to be hitting the crappy gift stores soon—this is just too awesome of an idea to pass up. The ultimate question still remains: is this a mouse turned coffee mug, or a coffee mug turned mouse? (Gadget philosophy is a little hobby of mine.) –Travis Hudson More »

1:05 PM on Wed Jan 24 2007
By Travis Hudson
841 views, 11 comments

Latest by MirDreams: I agree with Xenobiologista, but for some reason find the whole idea really amusing. Mostly 'cause I spill tea over my desk on semi regular basis and I wonder if this would make me more or less prone more »

gadgets

PowerFM: Extended Battery + FM Transmitter + Case


OK it's that time again Gizmodo's iPod accessory of the Day. Hah yea right, Gizmodo only doing one iPod accessory per day. More »

5:20 PM on Tue Nov 21 2006
By blongo3
349 views, 8 comments

peripherals

USB Optical Mouse with SD Card Reader

Sometimes the most basic convergence products can be the most useful. This is a portable mouse that includes a SD card reader. The USB cable on this optical mouse is also retractable. Add in a very sexy $11 price tag and this USB optical mouse SD card reader combination is ideal for any laptop user. – Travis Hudson More »

4:36 PM on Mon Nov 20 2006
By Travis Hudson
955 views, 8 comments

design

Gorenje Table Keeps Those Frosty Beverages Frostier

Convergence is the name of the game with this table from Gorenje. The table, which already looks futuristic as it is, has an automated refrigerator built in that will rise to the top with the push of a button. No longer will you have to make the painstaking trip from the dining room to the refrigerator for another brewsky. The table will be available next summer in a variety of materials such as glass, wood, stone and will likely cost a couple trillion. – Travis Hudson More »

5:14 PM on Thu Oct 26 2006
By Travis Hudson
782 views, 6 comments

Latest by kronikillah: yalls r a lil slo....this isa playas table....if u drink beer this isnt fo u....put hypnotic n all dat grey goose in there...my question is does it have lights???...the most id pay fo it is 800$$....hott shit though.....blue lights in more »

home entertainment

HP SLC3760N MediaSmart HDTV

The HP SLC3760N 37-inch MediaSmart LCD TV is a 1366x768 flat panel display with an HDMI input and a couple of speakers on the bottom. So far it's pretty conventional, but it gets into the world of convergence when you hook it up to your network and then it can stream video, photos, audio and the Web from any computer in the house. More »

11:45 AM on Mon Aug 14 2006
By Charlie White
3,298 views, 1 comment