Not too long ago rumors began to surface that RIM was working on a Bluetooth enabled BlackBerry watch that would give users the ability to preview messages, see who is calling and more without having to whip their handset out.

Today, CrackBerry has gotten their hands on the above pictures of what they are saying is the official BlackBerry watch possibly called the inPulse. This device was apparently manufactured out of house for RIM and features an OLED screen.

We’ll have to wait until more information is made known regarding this device.

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PowerPak is a new and useful device made by Technocel, which can be considered a all-in-1 portable charger. Thanks to the big number of interchangeable tips, users can easily charge a lot of different devices, be it a PDA, a MP3 Player, a bluetooth headset, or a Portable Media Player.

Another positive point is that the PowerPak meets the Energy Star requirements, in other words, it only draws a minimal power from the wall outlet. In terms of numbers, the PowerPak is able to make the battery of a cellphone last more 3 hours, and it even has a LED indicator that shows how much battery charge is left. It is available for $40 at the beginning of November.

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We are all aware that there was already an initial Star Trek flash drive released some months back. Apparently here is another one, the IMM Vulcan USB 2GB Flash Drive. The hand sign is obvious and familiar and many try to imitate. The bottom line is that if you are an avid Star Trek fan, this is one storage solution you should not pass up. The IMM Vulcan USB 2GB Flash Drive retails for about $35.99.

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On top of the Flash Survivor Drive that was announced earlier today, Corsair has presented a new model on the Flash Voyager GT series that can now handle 128GB of memory. This upgrade doesn’t mean they forgot about flash drives with less memory, because you’ve still got 16GB, 32GB and 64GB versions.

As usual, the Corsair Flash Voyager GT has a rubber housing to make it resistant, and it works with different operative systems including the Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux. As for the prices, the 16GB Voyager GT will cost approximately $37, the 32GB can be bought for $87, the 64GB is priced at $180, and lastly, the 128GB version will cost $380, that is, after a mail-in rebate.

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Even the USB drives need their share of rugged make and that is what Corsair has in mind. With sensitive data normally stored in them, toughening them up through a super-strong aluminum casing is a good idea. And if you want one that can really withstand the extreme conditions, the 64GB Flash Survivor USB drive from Corsair should be something worth having. The drive is comes with a molded, shock-dampening collar and EPDM seal, which provides water-resistance to a depth of 200 meters.

This drive has already been tested through the worst scenarios which include being run over, dropped, baked and boiled. The Corsair 64GB Flash Survivor USB drive is now available through Corsair authorized dealers which may want to consider coming out with larger storage drives considering the files people put in these portable solutions today.

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I don’t know about you, but there are times where I just want to charge my iPod by using the included USB cable. Unfortunately, everytime I do, I inevitably open iTunes, which always makes my computer run slow with its constant demand for updates. The Sync Blocker USB to dock connector cable for iPhone/iPod (full name) knows my woes, and has made a cable that has one side for just charging, and another for when I want to go through the whole iTunes shtick. You can purchase this time saving cord at the USBfever website for just $12.99.

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This is not the first time you hear us talking about augmented reality and it surely won’t be the last time that we will mention it.

And now you’ll be able to try augmented reality for yourself if you happen to have an iPhone ready. The Layar augmented reality browser is now available in the App Store and it’s ready to offer you a different perspective on reality. The app uses the iPhone’s camera in order to overlay data on various points of interest. That way you’ll be able to get a lot of information on various attractions around you.

The application is available for free right now but if it becomes popular then a premium, read not free version, will also be developed. Layar works with various third party developers to offer you a lot of new layers. These layers will let offer you lots of details about restaurant, shops, train and bus schedules and more. You’ll just have to install the browser on your iPhone in order to enjoy all that augmented reality!

via Wired

Tags: App Store, Apple, Augmented Reality, Freeware, iPhone, Layar, Layer, Mobile News, Portable Devices

You know those wrist and ankle bands that they make to track those under house arrest? Well, you can buy one for your own loved ones with the the Ekahau T301W. This wristband allows you to track the wearer with nothing but Wi-Fi, within five feet.

You might ask yourself: “how it can do this when it would be very easy for the wearer of this bracelet to just take it off?” That would be a good question.

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The business sector gets a new storage solution option as Hitachi Global Storage Technologies announces the availability of two new 15,000 RPM Ultrastar hard drives. The Ultrastar 15K600 hard drive has a capacity of 600GB at 15,000 RPM in a 3.5” form factor. They are offered in 6Gb/s SAS or 4Gb/s FCAL interface that should be suitable for data storage needs. The Ultrastar 15K600 is also available in 300GB, 450GB and 600GB capacities.

The Ultrastar C15K147 hard drive on the other hand comes in a 2.5” form factor and offers 70% more space. This hard drive comes in 73GB and 147GB with 64MB cache buffer. Both hard disk drives are now available and come with a 5 year warranty.

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Shinco SK920HD is the codename of the new PMP - Portable Media Player - made by Shinco, which is located in China.

This simple yet ellegant device can playback videos in high definition on its 4.3-inch touchsreen, thanks to the compatible 720p format. The resolution of the screen is set at 480×272 pixels, and other formats that can be used in the SK920HD include MKV, RM, RMVB, AVI, MP4, FLV, DAT, MPG, VOB, TS for video. As for the audio formats, those are the usual MP3, WMA, WAV, APE, FLAC, OGG and AAC.

The Shinco SK920HDis available for $45 in China.

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Remember the Lisse M10 which was also launched by MyRacer? It had an incredible design and the rest were normal features, but this time MyRacer decided to put something out that is really worth it, and that is when the Lisse Q10 joins the party.

The MyRacer Lisse Q10 boasts a 3-inch touchscreen and besides working as a portable media player, it can also be used as an eBook reader and an audio recorder. In addition to the internal memory of 8GB, you can use a microSD memory car of 32GB. The format files in terms of audio and video that the Lisse Q10 can playback are a lot, including: MPEG4, H.264, DivX, XviD, RM/RMVB, MP4, 3GP, MPG, WMV, MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, OGG, FLAC.

Unfortunately there is no information about the release date or price of the MyRacer Lisse Q10.

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Well, what do you know, it looks like those iPhones and iPods out there come with an integrated FM radio after all. Rumors are saying that Apple is going to launch a Radio application soon which will wake up that dormant integrated FM tuner. Don’t get all too excited since only the new iPhone and iPod touch models will be able to play radio tunes for you. If you have an old-gen handset or iPod then you’d better get a new unit in order to enjoy FM radio.

The new application will work well with iTunes which means you will be able to purchase the songs you’ve just listened to on the radio with a simple click. We don’t have any precise details about the future app and there’s a chance that we won’t even see it anytime soon. But we’ll be back with more when Apple decides to come clean with everything!

via 9to5mac

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How fast do you require your USB flash drive to be? Because if you want speed then there’s a certain Taiwanese company called Pretec that can get you such a product. The i-Disk Tango 266X will be able to offer you read speeds of 40MB/s and wire speeds of 30MB/s. That’s certainly impressive for an USB 2.0 device and those numbers make this USB 2.0 flash drive the fastest in the world.

If you want to grab one then you can choose between 8GB and 128 GB versions. That’s certainly impressive! Who needs an ultraportable hard drive when you can simply grab a couple of 128GB i-Disk Tangos and go about your business? We don’t have any pricing details at this time but don’t expect these gadgets to come cheap!

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There’s a brand new eBook reader in town, or at least there will be one starting with October 20. Barnes and Noble is ready to go against Amazon’s Kindle. Its new eBook reader is supposed to be unveiled at a special event in New York on October 20. Early pictures of the unnamed device have been leaked and we have some features available for you. The reader will offer you two distinct displays: an e-ink 6-inch display capable of 800 x 600 resolution, a secondary color LCD screen capable of 480 x 144 resolution and multitouch support and 3G connectivity. We have no prices at this time but we’ll be back with more news once Barnes and Noble makes this hybrid reader available.

via Gizmodo

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Fans of the Flip MinoHD will be pleased to know that its new version has double the memory at 8GB. They will also be pleased to hear that the new version of the MinoHD has a two-inch LCD with 960 x 240 resolution (it’s predecessor has a 1.5 inch screen with 528 x 132 resolution). It also features an HDMI connection, but no cable is included for this.

This new version of the slim 720p camcorder should be out before the holidays at a price of $229.

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How many times did you want to listen to music from your iPod nano or touch without actually having to use your headphones? That’s possible if you have a dock close by but what about when you’re on the go? A nice pair of ultraportable speakers would definitely come in handy. Luckily for us there’s a Korean company out that came up with a solution for this problem.

Green Power has launched two different sliding speaker models for both the iPod nano and the iPod touch. The 1.5W twin speakers offer stereo sound which is quite a nice alternative to headphones. The sliding speaker acts like a dock and it comes with an mini USB port which can be using for both charging and uploading new content your iPod. We have no details about pricing and arrival dates at this point so you’ll be left listening to music with your regular headphones while fantasizing about the dock.

via gizmag

Tags: Green Power, iPhone, Mobile News, MP3 Players, Nano, Portable Devices, Sliding Speaker, speaker, Touch

Taiwanese company Openmoko announced the availability of WikiReader, a portable device that contains three million English language articles from everybody’s favorite online encyclopedia, Wikipedia. It turns on instantly, has a touchscreen, and does not require an Internet connection to function.

Updates to the Reader are provided quarterly and are available for free download. Yearly subscription plans with updated microSD cards are available for $29, and the device itself is available for purchase on Amazon.com or the Wikireader website for about $99.

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For those who have ever received a ticket in the mail for running a red light, this next product is for you. Yes, they have the technology to take your picture, and now you have the technology to beat it.

The Right Light Camera Detector is exactly what it says it is: a device that detects red lights. I realize that it bears a strong resemblance to a GPS device, but it won’t help you get to where you want to go unless you are willing to run a few red lights along the way. It does have a GPS chip that will compare your automobile’s location with that of an internal database of up to 6,000 red light and speed camera locations.

You might ask if this is worth $200, and so am I.

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The HTC Touch Pro2 and the HTC Snap are among the first smartphones out there that will be upgraded to Windows Mobile 6.5. We have been aware of all this for a few months but it’s only now that we are able to confirm it. Both phones are upgradeable, at least in theory, to Windows Mobile 6.5. However, depending on where you purchased your Touch Pro2 or Snap phone from, you might not be able to use the upgrade yet. Minor things like carrier branding or phone locking could prevent you from getting the much needed upgrade right now. If that happens then go ahead and complain to customer service about it. You should definitely be able to enjoy Windows Mobile 6.5 no matter what carrier sold you the Touch Pro2 or the Snap. After all, that’s why you purchased these phones in the first place, right?

via Smartphone Thoughts

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SanDisk has started production shipments of its first flash memory cards which make use of 64 Gigabit X4 NAND technology. The latest flash cards can hold four bits of data in each cell which is double than that of the conventional multi-level cell NAND memory chips. This is the highest single-die memory device in the world to be produced and are being shipped in various storage solutions. SanDisk is shipping 8GB and 16GB SDHC cards as well as 8GB and 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo cards as well using the X4 Technology. No pricing information was disclosed.

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