I like the stuff that comes our of Wired.com’s Gadget Labs but this is just weird. They have posted an inane video comparing the new Zune HD to the… iPod nano??? Let’s see, touch screen, app-running, WiFi enabled Zune up against… scroll wheel iPod with a camera? Seriously, this is one I don’t get. But I am looking forward to their next video. In that one they’ll compare the iPhone 3GS to… The Moto RAZR!!! Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Unlike the 3rd gen. iPod Touch, which retained the same shape and size as the previous version the 5th gen. iPod Nano’s design changed from it’s older sibling.  The addition of the video camera as well as the larger screen means older cases won’t fit the new device. Tunewear has announced the release of new cases for the iPod Nano 5th gen.  They are shipping now so if you’re looking for a way to protect your sparkling new Nano click on……… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Digital pen manufacturer Wizcom Technologies today announced the release of ReadingPen TS, a Personal Reading Assistant for adults and children who suffer from reading, processing and comprehension disabilities. This pen sized computer works by swiping the tip over unfamiliar words. The user can then hear the definitions, synonyms and translations – and if you like the word can be spoken and spelled aloud. This would be a great tool for anyone with children who need just a little extra reading help but are resistant to asking a parent or teach for extra assistance with difficult words. Readingpen Ts – $199 Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Sydney Australia based STM Bags introduces the Scout laptop bag. Key features are simplicity and rugged exterior with a felt lined and padded interior. The Medium Scout features a simple one buck fastener and plenty of pockets internally for the stray chargers and connectors that mobile users accumulate. More photos after the jump.… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

I love Evernote and use it every day. I love reQall and find it to be a great organizing tool. And now the two work together in a surprisingly useful way. With yesterday’s update of the reQall for iPhone reQall can now automatically search your Evernote account for titles, tags, and even words that relate to your reQall items. It is simple to set up.… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Multiplied Media  has a big hit on their hands with the BlackBerry application Poynt.  So big, in fact, that the poplular local search application has already been downloaded by 1,000,000 users.  We reviewed Poynt back in June, and it remains a frequently used and highly recommended application for those of us that use BlackBerry devices. Poynt is available for free from BlackBerry App World, from your BlackBerry Browser via m.mypoynt.com – or directly from the Gear Diary Software Store. [via Multiplied Media, MyPoynt.com] Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Until version 9 of iTunes I was a wonderfully satisfied user. My library of 2,800+ songs rarely slowed when I’d select a song or playlist. My iPhone synchronized in the background without any slowdowns. I used to wonder about this Apple icon people called a “beach ball” because I rarely saw it. Then along came iTunes 9 and everything changed. … Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Overview One day in the peaceful Slime world, the king of monster commanded his army to attack the Slime empire and forced those slimes to be his slaves. The Slime empire was plunged into chaos. The Slime King commanded his gereral (Colonel Slime) to control the army to fight against the enemies. You who have a role of Colonel Slime, have a mission to defeat the monsters and bring the peace back to the Slime world. Swap adjacent slimes to match three or more same color slimes in order to summon slimes to help you fighting in the battlefield. The more matched slimes you collect, the stronger slime will be summoned. Many items, weapons, magics and etc. will help you in the battlefield. Let’s try and discover them. Features – Play through 36 missions in the different amazing area of slime world! – 6 Bosses to defeat! – Great fantasy graphic design with superb animations! – Amazing special effects! – User friendly interface and easy to play! – Excellent music and sound effects! – 19 items to use and upgrade! – 10 challenging Trophies to collect! – Story Mode and Survival mode to Play! There is no time to waste, [...]

Jealous of your iPhone toting/Kindle toting friends? Of course you are. But who has $299 to spend on a new Kindle? If you can handle the “wedge” style, and don’t mind buying refurb, then here’s a deal for you to snap up: Original Kindle for $149! Now take the money you saved, and start stocking up your new Kindle! Happy reading! Via Mobileread Continue reading on Gear Diary …

It’s every host’s worst nightmare. You set up your house just so, with bright candles in your favorite color (let’s say pink), and everything is going smoothly…when one of your guests shows up wearing orange (clashing terribly with your candles)! Now Bree Van De Kamp will never come to another one of your parties! And in your guests’ haste to flee your home of bad taste, one of them knocks over a candle, burning the entire abomination to the ground. Of course, you could dodge this scenario and use a Mooncandle: a wax, flameless candle that changes color with remote control. Yes, even candles have remote controls these days. Helpful if you want to put a candle… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

When I got this  airplane in the mail, I was shocked that this little tiny thing can actually fly.  I am happy to say that this little airplane not only flew, but flew very well even outside where I tested it. Let’s go over all the pieces of this  plane. The plane itself is constructed mainly of a carbon fiber wire for it’s fuselage and durobatic foam for it’s wings, horizontal and vertical stabilizers.  It doesn’t sound like much, but the plane is very durable even though it looks like you could and can crush it.  In normal use, it should last for years.  Just don’t step or sit on it!… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

We are all feeling the financial pinch!  Blue Plate Special is a weekly review of bargain apps for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Nothing over $.99. From the developer: Connected is simple idea, each of the 40 puzzles contains a number of pipe pieces.  At the edge of the board are some start and end points.  You just have to move the pieces to create a continuous pipe from start to finish, oh and you can’t leave any open ends. Continue reading on Gear Diary …

I love my iPhone 3GS. (Yes, even though I am also carrying a Blackberry, I still LOVE my iPhone.) At the same time, I HATE the battery life of the device. Seriously, it is BAD. For that reason I never leave my house without my Mophie Juce pack Air; it solves the battery life issues beautifully. Now Mophie is solving yet another problem- how do you easily carry your iPhone when it is “wearing” a Juice Pack? Mophie has just unveiled the new Hip Holster line of premium leather cases. They are designed to stash and protect every model of the juice pack for the iPhone, iPhone… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

The iTwinge is sure to incur the wrath of many Apple purists who would never, ever dare to mar their iPhone with a physical QWERTY keyboard. Yet that is exactly what it does –  give the iPhone the typing ability of a (gasp!) BlackBerry. Details and additional images available after the jump. Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Wired reviewed a variation of the Lenovo T400s back in June and fawned over it with words like “svelte, speedy and frickin’ sweet” (full review). If you’ve been tempted by this super thin laptop then you may be interested in this deal. Lenovo ThinkPad T400s 14.1-inch LED backlight Laptop with Multi-touch screen at $2,165 – $166 instant discount – 10% stackable coupon (Expires 9/20/09) = $1,799.10 plus FREE shipping. It features Enhanced Multitouch panel technology that lets you naturally interact with applications – by simple using four fingers. Imagine that – instead of giving Windows the one finger salute you can use four! Lenovo T400s laptop with multi-touch via GearSponsor Logicbuy Continue reading on Gear Diary …