The Gadget Geek

Standard Dell mouse gets GSR electrode implant

Filed under: Peripherals

Looking to spark up a makeshift psychology lab in the basement of your house? Look no further than the galvanic skin response computer mouse. For those unaware, GSR electrodes can gather data about human interactions with computers, though most rigs are so invasive that test subjects end up freaking out rather than passing on useful information. This non-obtrusive method relies on a device that the vast majority of computer users already use (that’d be a mouse), and by simply installing the sensors into the left and right click buttons, you’re left with an analyzing tool that may not even tip off your kid sister, significant other, or your most favorite poker pal. At any rate, hit the read link to get your mad scientist on.

[Via MAKE]

Standard Dell mouse gets GSR electrode implant originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 09 Nov 2008 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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T-Mobile G1 Mobile Phone
T-Mobile G1 Mobile Phone

Palit’s Radeon HD 4870 X2 has preposterous clock speeds, marketing hype

Filed under: Desktops, Gaming

Hong Kong-based video card manufacturer Palit is excited about its Revolution 700 Deluxe video card — so much so that we’re a little frightened by the force of its enthusiasm. The ATI Radeon HD 4870 X2 GPU is no slouch to begin with, but this iteration has cores overclocked to 750MHz and 2GB of GDDR5 memory at a face-melting 3.8GHz. As imposing as clock speeds are, they likely can’t measure up to the epic hype from Palit. “All other cards beware,” the press release boldly cries, “there is a new king in town and it only comes from Palit!” Tap the read link for the whole thing — best enjoyed while listening to the Mortal Kombat theme song.

Palit’s Radeon HD 4870 X2 has preposterous clock speeds, marketing hype originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sidekick 2008
Sidekick 2008
AT&T Buys Wayport, Grows its Hotspot Network
AT&T and iPhone users have some good news with the telecom company’s latest acquisition. AT&T has bought Wi-Fi services provider Wayport for $275 million in cash. In so doing, it has added about 10,000 Wi-Fi hotspots to its network. The…


Rubber Chair Takes Care of All Your Nagging Green and Chi Personal Problems
Rubber tires. How I love thee. Let me sit on the ways. First, I love how you’ve been around the block. Second, it feels excellent on my bottom to sit on your tread. Three, I love the three R’s, today’s being Re-use. Rubber tires, let me introduce you to Jaime …

Fujitsu’s LifeBook U820 mini tablet now on sale, starts at $999

Filed under: Laptops, Tablet PCs

We’re still scratching our noggins in a futile attempt to figure out the LifeBook U820′s real purpose on this Earth, but for those who’ve got it all figured out, you’ll likely be thrilled to know that this puppy is now on sale. $999 buys you a mini convertible tablet with an Intel Atom Z530 CPU, a 5.6-inch WXGA touchscreen, 1GB of DDR2 RAM, a 60GB 4,200RPM hard drive, built-in GPS / Garmin Mobile PC, Ethernet, a webcam / fingerprint sensor, Bluetooth / WiFi and a 4-cell battery. There’s also a $1,299 version if that other variant just isn’t up to your standards, but at any rate, feel free to punch the read link and have a think before pulling the trigger on either.

[Via jkkmobile]

Fujitsu’s LifeBook U820 mini tablet now on sale, starts at $999 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Nov 2008 09:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sidekick 2008
Sidekick 2008
Always-On Notebook Cases Are both X-Ray Friendly and Idiot Approved
Every one of you out there has a stupid friend. You know who I mean. It’s the person who insists on touching your computer’s monitor when pointing (because, obviously, five millimeters is too far away to indicate a point on…

Even robots love Obama

Filed under: Robots

You know you’ve tapped into a cross section of America when even the robots come out in your support. The $250 ObamaBot stands 6-feet tall and regurgitates stump speeches by the president-elect while presumably cleansing the Earth of any naysayers. ObamaBot’s University of Florida creators see the world as so imperfect, that they’d prefer to pal around with robots who would target their own planet. Run little girl, run… change is coming.

[Via The Wired Campus, thanks Egloskerry]

Even robots love Obama originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple MacBook 2008
Apple MacBook 2008

ASUS introduces VENTO TA-F foldable PC case

Filed under: Desktops, Peripherals

While not nearly as gnarly as Acrylic Cowboy’s inside-out case, the VENTO TA-F is probably more usable in most respects. ASUS’ new foldable PC chassis promises a 30% savings on storage and transportation, but alas, all that apparently goes away once you stock it full of internal components. At any rate, novice and expert DIYers alike will appreciate the “no-tools-necessary” clause, and the plethora of drive bays within will keep mobile data servers happy as a lark. Those who’d like to pick one up will have to look coast to coast at their leisure (thanks for the specifics, ASUS), but make sure to choose silver (TA-F21) or black (TA-F11) beforehand.

ASUS introduces VENTO TA-F foldable PC case originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 02 Nov 2008 22:16:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sidekick 2008
Sidekick 2008
LED Light Installation Evokes Circuit Board Design
Inspired by printed circuit boards, the building block of all electronics, a Dutch designer has created an LED-based light installation that draws upon the familiar etching pattern inside most devices. Created by Lonneke Gordijn, co-founder of the Netherlands based design…


8 Cups? No Problem
I’m always amazed at the dexterity some servers are gifted with; 2 plates of food and 8 cups of drinks all delivered without a hitch. I can barely get out the door with 3 cups of coffee so I usually force a co-worker to come with me. Pick-Cups have uniquely …

How would you change Microsoft’s new Zunes / v3.0 software?

Filed under: Portable Audio, Portable Video

Microsoft’s newest Zunes (along with the 3.0 software) have been out for well over a month now, which means you’ve had ample opportunity to really test one out and form some educated opinions. Now, it’s time to open up and let loose. Are you still down with the design? Do you appreciate the extras that came with three point oh? What else could’ve been added to really spice things up? Do us a favor and tell the suits in Redmond what you would’ve done differently, and moreover, how things can be made better the next time it feels the itch to bust out a software update.

How would you change Microsoft’s new Zunes / v3.0 software? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 31 Oct 2008 22:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung PN50A450 Plasma TV
Samsung PN50A450 Plasma TV