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Nerd Grind — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:18:59 +0000

The MacWorld convention is happening today in San Francisco. Steve Jobs will undoubtedly release some new sort of gadget that will blow people away. Stay tuned into NerdGrind for updates throughout the day.

What’s the Deal With USBs?

Nerd Grind — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 19:22:12 +0000

Ok, what’s the deal with all the USB accesories? I don’t get it. Everywhere I turn some designer comes up with an "uber" cleaver design or concept for a USB, what’s up with that? Who cares? Yeah, maybe that weird group of geeks in high school care enough to buy a (insert favorite thing here) USB gadget, but for corporate America? I just don’t see the appeal? Why spend money on a device that is going to be out dated in a couple of months anyway, when Apple comes out with some ultra cool and sexy alternative to USB’s?

Someone leave a comment and fill me in, please.

Night Vision

Nerd Grind — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 20:51:08 +0000

Wow, that was brief news. I’m sorry to announce that "Darth Vader Rises" post, which was posted here on NerdGrind.com has been erased. Was it rouge hackers working for the Jedi’s? Or did Lucas finally catch on that I love Star Wars.

In any case for those lucky and quick enough to catch that geeky news – Cheers. For the others who desperately want Darth Vader News, get a pair of these National Geographic’s iGEN NV20/20 Night Scope and look into the dark. Then, maybe….just maybe you’ll spot the ever elusive blog post.

But seriously folks this night vision thingamajig is pretty sweet, costs about $520 and debuts in April 2008.

..And Your Little Dog Too!

Nerd Grind — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:38:32 +0000

Let’s Recap: I live in a place called Marin. It’s in California and people there are pretty wealthy for the most part (unless you’re me). Any ways, these Super rich people are Super annoying with their little dogs.

Dogs are allowed pretty much everywhere, in stores, banks, resturants, police stations – you name it and they’re there!

If you havent’ guessed I detest these little critters. Yet, I am not just a complainer, I am willing to do something about it. I have invented a way for these toy dogs to never leave the mansion they live in. Actually, I didn’t invent it. These people did. Click on the price to read on. $149.95.

Neonode concept gadgets

Nerd Grind — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 19:17:29 +0000

It was this concept art that drew me into the Neonode exhibit, and i have to admit, the concept art is super cool. These guys are taking trends to new extremes.

Neonode is also demoing a cellphone that they’re going to release commercially in summer of this year, called the N2. It’s smaller than a credit card and weighs only 60 grams. The nterface is a 176×220 touchscreen (which is all the rage now, of course) but unlike the iPhone, the touchscreen of the N2 is not heat dependent, so it’ll work if you’ve got gloves on. Look for it this summer, but they’re not saying what network yet.

thanks Evan for the info

Internet Radio on the iphone.

Nerd Grind — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 15:57:33 +0000

Internet Radio is super cool, my favorite is Pandora. Anyways, FlyTunes is simply a web application accessible via Safari, which allows users to customize stations on their PC / Mac and then login and listen from the phone. Pretty sweet for you iphone junkies.

Oh yeah, did i mention the service is free?

Cool Coffee Mug (literally)

Nerd Grind — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 00:29:18 +0000

You know what sucks? Burning the hell out of your hand when you’re trying to pick up a steaming cup of coffee. You know why that happens? Lousy mug design. Well, and you not paying attention to the very hot object in front of you, but let’s blame design this time.

Believe it or not, this Radiator Mug is the first mug that’s designed to keep your soft, dainty palms safe from being horribly burned by your morning pep juice. The ridges on the side help spread the heat out, so it’s not all on a flat s urface just waiting to hurt you so, so badly. Sure, $25 is a lot for a mug, but it’s worth saving those lovely hands of yours.

Product Page, via Core77

Warner Bros goes Exclusive

Nerd Grind — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:01:11 +0000

I just got a press release from Time Warner letting us all know that Warner Bros has chosen to go exclusive with the blu-ray format starting on the 1st of June. I guess this move will make the HD DVD team go bananas especially since Warner declares that the format war is over and that the blu-ray team has won. Read more here

Tree Lights

Nerd Grind — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 15:50:38 +0000

love Europe in that special way only someone who’s lived exclusively in the United States for 25-odd years really can. Yet another fabulous reason to love Europe are these solar powered light trees, spotted last October in Vienna (as well as in Milan in November and December). Designed by Ross Lovegrove, each tree has 10 branches, and each branch has a solar cell (artemide polycrystalline solar cells by Sharp) “petal” on top. During the day, the petals charge built-in batteries, and as soon as the sun goes down, LEDs under the petals light up, providing efficient and cost effective street lighting, especially since the installation costs are minimal (no wiring necessary). The trees are able to provide light even after several consecutive cloudy days, although there aren’t any specifics on how much power the panels generate.

thanks Evan!

Porsche Sled

Nerd Grind — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 17:20:11 +0000

The way I see it, if youâ€™re going to brave the freezing temperatures while climbing a steep hill for some sledding action, why not do it in style? Like Ferrari, Porsche must have realized thereâ€™s not a lot of money to be made selling their low-priced sports cars, so marketing their brand name and design prowess was probably the only way the company could pay the bills.

The sled itself has a very aerodynamic design, with metal runners and an actual suspension system on the front, steerable skid. Thereâ€™s even a horn to make sure other riders get out the way when youâ€™re careening down the hill. And while you might think thatâ€™s frivolous, if you hit someone and they see youâ€™re wealthy enough to be riding a Porsche sled, you can guarantee thereâ€™ll be an expensive lawsuit on your hands for all their pain and suffering.

-Thanks OGizmo for the info

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