http://www.newlaunches.com/ en Copyright 2008 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:52:50 -0400 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sure, you know of the numerous iPod accessories available to keep you engaged in music to even waking you up each morning, but how about one that uses Bluetooth to stream audio and video around your house wirelessly. The Marantz IS301 features three parts; the receiver, with various outputs to connect to your stereo and/or TV, the transmitter that the iPod slips into, and the recharging base, which the iPod and transmitter sleeve, can be docked into. This enable... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/the_marantz_is301_is_a_wireless_ipod_dock.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/the_marantz_is301_is_a_wireless_ipod_dock.php Apple iPod wireless Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:52:50 -0400 Creative decided one day to live up to its name and make a MP3 player that is inspired by the face of a cow. The Creative Zen Moo is the result of going overly creative while designing a music player that looks more like a hate gift rather than a romance inducing lollypop. The ZEN Moo looks just like the ZEN Stone with built in speaker now in the form of a cow. The ZEN MOO Plus comes with... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/creative_uncreatively_launches_the_zen_moo_mp3_players.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/creative_uncreatively_launches_the_zen_moo_mp3_players.php MP3 Players Creative-Zen Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:39:16 -0400 Smart card maker Sagem Orga has embarked on a strategic partnership with BlueSky Positioning to integrate assisted-GPS (A-GPS) positioning technology on SIM cards for mobile phones. The company suggested that by providing GPS capability on a SIM card, it would provide a relatively inexpensive means of opening up the market for location-based services to a wider market. Sagem Orga and BlueSky Positioning’s new approach incorporates a GPS receiver and a proprietary antenna into the SIM card, enabling mobile operators... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/sagem_orga_produces_the_first_agps_enabled_sim_card.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/sagem_orga_produces_the_first_agps_enabled_sim_card.php Mobile Phones GPS Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:17:17 -0400 The iPhone and iPhone 3G have been famously flamed for its lack of features like cut-and-paste capability, Flash support, and MMS (also known as video- or picture-messaging). There are jailbreak workarounds that allow you to “hack” together a semi-working MMS solution on the iPhone and iPhone 3G, but fully-functional MMS still eludes iPhone users. Swedish iPhone owners will soon have something they can hold over the heads of most other users of the touchscreen handset: an Apple-sanctioned way of... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/swedish_operator_telia_to_bring_mms_to_the_iphone.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/swedish_operator_telia_to_bring_mms_to_the_iphone.php Apple iPhone MMS Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:06:16 -0400 A spacewalking astronaut accidentally let go of her tool bag Tuesday after a grease gun inside it exploded, and helplessly watched as the tote and everything inside floated away. It was one of the largest items ever to be lost by a spacewalker, and occurred during an unprecedented attempt to clean and lube a joint on a solar panel. She said her grease gun exploded, getting the dark gray stuff all over a camera and her gloves. While wiping... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/astronaut_loses_100000_tool_bag_on_a_spacewalk.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/astronaut_loses_100000_tool_bag_on_a_spacewalk.php Other Stuff NASA Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:47:22 -0400 It's astounding to see how much engineering and construction have evolved from the early days of bridge building. However, not all problems have been resolved the same way; the biggest problem in cable bridge building is how do you get a pilot cable from one tower to the next? Previous solutions have included attaching the cable to a kite and flying it over (e.g. Niagara falls suspension bridge), carrying one end by helicopter (e.g. Akashi kaikyo bridge) and floating... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/chinese_use_rockets_to_build_the_tallest_bridge_in_the_world.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/chinese_use_rockets_to_build_the_tallest_bridge_in_the_world.php Transport Bridge Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:09:18 -0400 Members of the Special Operations Forces, which include the U.S. Navy SEALs and the U.S. Army Rangers and Green Berets, often face several hurdles when dealing in foreign environments. There is a huge risk of getting their hands and limbs burnt or frozen. It is very crucial to enable SOF operators to perform in all battlefield conditions, including extreme cold weather environments. The Outdoor Research Modular Glove System defends the hand against heat and flame threats. Consisting of five... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/modular_glove_system_keeps_special_forces_comfy_come_what_may.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/modular_glove_system_keeps_special_forces_comfy_come_what_may.php Other Stuff Gloves Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:11:29 -0400 You guessed it right, this is from Japan. The leaf shaped key by Bird corp has a stereo mini plug, don't expect quality it is just another of those fancy Japanese gadgets. The keychain sells for 2600 Yen ($ 22).... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/leaf_shaped_keychain_doubles_as_a_speaker.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/leaf_shaped_keychain_doubles_as_a_speaker.php Far East Japan Fri, 21 Nov 2008 06:15:10 -0400 I am not so much of a martial arts fan, but hey, I do love my Bruce Lee movies. Therefore it comes as a pleasant surprise to learn that Nokia is offering a special N96 deal that comes with an engraving of the late Bruce Lee on it. Besides this, Nokia indulges you with other Bruce Lee attractions (action figure and nunchucks) packed in a specially designed box.... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/nokia_n96_special_bruce_lee_edition.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/nokia_n96_special_bruce_lee_edition.php Mobile Phones Nokia Nokia_N96 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:55:16 -0400 Tough times call for weirder gimmicks! Sharp unveiled a 26-foot tall Christmas tree made by stacking 43 of its Aquos LCD televisions at the Grand Central Station. Apparently Sharp will give away all the 26 TVs and as much as $100,000 for "green" job training. The 52" panels are all lined at the bottom of the tree tapering to 19" at the top. All the displays are hooked together to show videos of waterfall that spilling from the top... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/sharp_tree_of_aquos_lcds_are_all_giveawaysmerry_christmas_everyone.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/sharp_tree_of_aquos_lcds_are_all_giveawaysmerry_christmas_everyone.php Media Devices Sharp Sharp-Aquos Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:52:43 -0400 Light up today, yes, go ahead and tear it off the calendar page and strike it across the front base, to illuminate the matches. This innovative calendar that I am talking about is a tear-of matches designed by Yurko Gutsulyak for VS Energy International Ukraine. With the premise of conveying the idea of energy effectively, this matches calendar is unique and bright! A single match represents each day of the month…so now you know where go, every time you... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/strike_a_match_today_an_innovative_calendar.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/strike_a_match_today_an_innovative_calendar.php Other Stuff Calender Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:24:26 -0400 From a handy flashlight to the mighty Sunforce torch we see here, the perception of illumination has undergone tremendous transformation. Akin to a spotlight, the Sunforce HID features a 35 watt HID bulb and 12V 7Ah battery that shines with 40 Million Candlepower. Although it may seem very portable, you really shouldn't rely on the battery power as it will stick around for 40-minutes before it begs for more juice via AC or DC power with the included adapter.... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/sunforce_40_million_candlepower_hid_lantern_is_the_brightest_a_torch_gets.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/sunforce_40_million_candlepower_hid_lantern_is_the_brightest_a_torch_gets.php Other Stuff Spotlight Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:50:48 -0400 Presenting to you the first collection of in-ear headphones from new brand, Atomic Floyd. A successful project by great visionaries that believe sound and great aesthetics should go hand in hand. The line up includes innovations such as AcousticSteel and SoundProof. The key design USP is the angel wing ear loops look, crafted from Titanium2. Stefan Andrén, who is incidentally the Global Creative Director of Atomic Floyd, has designed the headphones. They are compatible with iPod, iPhone, mobile phones... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/atomic_floyd_headphones.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/atomic_floyd_headphones.php MP3 Players Headphones Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:28:24 -0400 http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/iphone_peppered_with_gems.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/iphone_peppered_with_gems.php Mobile Phones Diamond-studded Goldstriker iPhone Fri, 21 Nov 2008 02:45:34 -0400 Detroit’s Big Three automakers may need to send a special “no thank you” card to the Chinese people if they end up receiving their requested $25 billion bailout bridge loan from American taxpayers. Chinese carmakers SAIC and Dongfeng have plans to acquire GM and Chrysler, the auto manufacturing giants in China, such as Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) and Dongfeng Motor Corporation, have the capability and intention to buy some assets of the two crisis-plagued American automakers.... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/chinese_auto_giants_are_geared_up_to_buy_out_gm_and_chrysler.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/chinese_auto_giants_are_geared_up_to_buy_out_gm_and_chrysler.php Transport Chinese Chrysler Ford GM Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:57:44 -0400 Scientists at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, and Beijing Normal University, have developed a cheap, flat loudspeaker that could give conventional speakers a run for their money. Unlike standard loudspeakers that generate sound by vibrations in the surrounding air molecules, the nanotube speaker doesn´t emit vibrations. The nanotube speaker works as a thermo acoustic device; when an alternating current passes through the sheet, the sheet experiences rapid temperature fluctuations, which after some scientific occurrences produce sound. There are several... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/chinese_scientist_develop_thin_flexible_speakers.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/chinese_scientist_develop_thin_flexible_speakers.php Media Devices speakers Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:44:47 -0400 Konica Minolta is developing a projector so small; it will make the recently covered Pico, Dell Pocket Projector, and Aiptek's offerings look like suitcases. The company's tiny projector will be no larger than a thumb drive. The projector apparently uses laser beams and vibrating mirrors instead of light bulbs and lenses. It would be capable of projecting a 20-inch XGA color image from a distance of about 21 inches. Dimensions are said to come in at a miniature 1.6-inches... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/konica_minolta_to_soon_develop_thumb_sized_projectors_.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/konica_minolta_to_soon_develop_thumb_sized_projectors_.php Media Devices Projectors Thu, 20 Nov 2008 10:07:44 -0400 Until now 3D images on the printed form required special glasses to view them or when viewed with the naked eye, the material printed does not change smoothly along with the changes in viewpoint. A Japanese development team announced a new 3D printing technology, "DynaCube 3D," to enable 3D representations with depth that can be recognized by the naked eye. In this 3D printing technique, images viewed from different angles are separately printed. Therefore, the resultant image does not... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/dynacube_3d_printing_technology_makes_images_appear_real.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/dynacube_3d_printing_technology_makes_images_appear_real.php Other Stuff 3D_Printing Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:16:10 -0400 The Los Angeles auto show had a low-key opening on Wednesday as executives from the biggest US automakers appeared in Washington to seek a multi-billion dollar loan to keep the industry afloat. Lexus announced the 2010 RX models which feature a unique Lexus' "Remote Touch" controller for the Hard Disk Drive navigation system, a computer mouse-shaped device on the center console that sits right where your right hand normally rests. The device is similar to a joystick and controls... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/lexus_rx_series_to_feature_remote_touch_.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/lexus_rx_series_to_feature_remote_touch_.php Transport Lexus Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:06:06 -0400 We all could be headed towards a cash only society, so it makes good sense in keeping your money where it is protected and visible. The uses of a carbon fibre wallet could easily be used to stop a bullet headed your way, just like the old movies showed. A carbon fibre wallet could be all that you need in this spiraling market to protect your money.... http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/carbon_fibre_wallet_guards_your_money_even_in_times_of_recession_.php http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/carbon_fibre_wallet_guards_your_money_even_in_times_of_recession_.php Other Stuff Wallet Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:34:24 -0400