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I know that most microSD memory cards come with their own adapter so that they can be used on regular SD or miniSD memory card slots, but what happens when you lose your adapter? Why, get a microSD memory card reader, of course. Gadget4all is offering this model that comes in a cute ladybug design which reads and writes onto your T-Flash/microSD memory card directly. In addition, it can be attached to your keys or cell phone via the provided strap to make sure you have a handy solution nearby always. The USB Labybug T-Flash/microSD memory card reader can be yours for $10. (Read the full post about ‘USB Labybug T-Flash/microSD memory card reader’…)

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Just like last year we’ve uncovered some new domains registered by T-Mobile. Both SidekickMX.com and SidekickFX.com (as well as the .net, .org, etc) have been registered by T-Mobile. These domains were originally registered on February 2nd, 2008 but show that the information was updated on June 5th, 2008. Neither of the domains are actually pointed at a live website though. This could of course mean absolutely nothing. They could just have been other names that T-Mobile was considering for the Sidekick 2008/Gekko, or could they be new devices?

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We are pretty excited to see Memorex release a Blu-ray player priced under the $300 range. The Memorex MVBD-2510 blu-ray player will set you back just $269, making the MVBD-2510 very affordable indeed. Memorex have noticed that the current general high prices of blu-ray players have stopped people from making the BD jump, even after blu-ray has clearly won the HD war. Even at it’s budget price the Memorex MVBD-2510 has nice specifications and features, including BonusView, making it a BD Profile 1.1 player. The Memorex MVBD-2510 also has an elegant design with brushed metal accents and a white LED display, which certainly does not look budget. (Read the full post about ‘Memorex MVBD-2510′…)

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Just in time for the Photokina event happening tomorrow in Germany, Pentax has announced its new entry-level DSLR camera - the K2000 otherwise known as the K-m for the European market. Targeting digital camera users who are about to take the leap into Digital SLRs, the Pentax K2000 comes in the form of an ultra-compact DSLR. So as not to annoy first time DSLR users and to make their transition as pleasant as possible, Pentax has put in Auto Picture modes that include Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Action and Night Portrait. In addition, the Pentax K2000 also features “Shake Reduction” technology which is compatible with various Pentax lenses which should enable users to take quality pictures even when using the camera at slow shutter speeds without a tripod. (Read the full post about ‘Pentax offers up the K2000 entry level DSLR’…)

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iRiver is a household name where portable media players are concerned, and this time round we have the iRiver P.Pie P20 that was specially designed to target professionals, although the specifications look good enough for the layman. Features include :- 4.1″ AMOLED display at 480 x 272 resolution 80GB/120GB storage capacity Supports MPEG4, XviD, WMV9, MP3, WMA, WAV, OGG, APE, FLAC, JPEG, RAW, BMP, GIF, PNG formats Built-in DMB tuner Integrated FM tuner Microphone and speaker You will be able to pick up the P.Pie P20 in 80GB and 120GB flavors which retail for 300 Euros and 320 Euros, respectively. Tags: sat-nav, DAB, video game, games (Read the full post about ‘iRiver P.Ple P20′…)

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Photokina is to photography enthusiasts what a Stevenote is to members of the Cult of Mac: An early Christmas. Unlike Apple’s announcements, though, which come packaged in their own individual capsule ready to be rocketed into the news stratosphere, camera makers launch their new products into the morass of press releases and blog overload characteristic of any tradeshow. So news of Nikon’s modest new 50mm lens could easily have been lost, but for the fact that it is the first new “standard” lens the company has made for years. This is important for owners of Nikon’s cheaper DSLRs, as it has a built-in Silent Wave motor to focus the lens — the D60, for example, lacks the internal motor needed to drive Nikon’s older autofocus lenses. (Read the full post about ‘Nikon Launches 50mm Silent Wave Lens. At Last.’…)

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Photo credit: Charlie Sorrel Is it possible to live without a cellphone? We’re going to find out, and we need your help. The modern phone offers every kind of portable function we might need, from communication to music and movies. But it comes with a cost: The monthly tariff. As somebody who hardly ever makes a phone call on with my cellphone (that’s what Skype is for), I have been wondering if I could give it up all together. This is partly to do with my current Brick, a Sony Ericsson P900, being such a huge and battered piece of junk that I don’t want to carry it, but it also has a lot to do with controlling access to my time - most calls I get are from people who want me to troubleshoot their Mac or PC. (Read the full post about ‘Is It Possible to Live Without a Cellphone?’…)

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Panasonic showcased is Lumix G prototype that looks pretty much the same like the Lumix G1 at first glance, but then again there is a fair number of features that make it different. You will find a stereo microphone located on top of the body, on the back, top right side as well as a red button that does not signal a missle launch but for High Definition movie recording instead. There is no word on pricing or availability of the Panasonic Lumix G but it could very well be the logical continuation of the new Micro FourThirds standard. Tags: audio, technology, toys, dap (Read the full post about ‘Panasonic Lumix G Prototype’…)

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Packard Bell is ready to release their new gaming notebook known as the iPower GX. This gaming monster features a cool “street art cover”. The iPower GX also features 1,920 x 1,200 resolution display, nVidia 9800M GTS 1GB video card, Intel Core 2 Quad Q9100 processor, Draft-N Wi-Fi connectivity and Optional Blu-ray drive. You should have at least 1,499 Euro to buy this laptop. The Packard Bell iPower GX will be released in October 2008. [Source] Tags: lcd, computers, M4A, speaker (Read the full post about ‘New Gaming Laptop From Packard Bell’…)

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Named as “Night Effect, M7500″, this new model has Armani logo carved on its side and rear side and specially designed bell sound is provided.Supporting various music files like MP3 and WMA, 3.5φ audio jack and AMOLED is used. M7500 will go into sales starting from November and price is not fixed yet. [Source] Tags: wi-fi, computers, home cinema, dap (Read the full post about ‘A new Giorgio Armani phone from Samsung’…)

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