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Android is an open source platform for mobile phones, based on Linux operating systems and the Java runtime environment.

Developed by Google and the Open Handset Alliance, Android brings Internet innovation and open source to the latest generation cell phones.

Imagine having instant access to Google at your fingertips. With one-touch Google search feature, the G1 Android smart phone makes it possible. Placed once swipe away from your home screen, this feature gives you access to a world of knowledge. The G1 combines full touchscreen functionality and a QWERTY keyboard. Type what your looking for, and get instant search results. From these results just select your link, and off you go.

The G1 Internet experience includes many Google tools and applications you may have come to rely on with your PC, like Gmail, Google Maps Street View, Google Agenda and Calendar.

• 3G Network and Wi-Fi Internet Access
• Easy access to Google Applications
• One-Touch Google search
• Google search by Voice
• Web browsing capabilities
• Instant Messenger
• QWERTY Keyboard
• 3.2 Megapixel Camera
• Lock and unlocked screen
• Long press shortcuts

You can also purchase optional software via the Android Market to personalize your G1 with a variety of software applications like games, social networking, and on-the-go shopping.

“Staying connected on the fly just got a whole lot more exciting” - VIBE

“One of the best gadgets of 2008″ - TIME.COM

“It’s one of the best-designed phones you can buy.” - PC WORLD

“It’s like a virual world in the palm of your hands.” - GQ

With its groundbreaking technologies like the Multi-Touch screen and 3D graphics, the Apple iPod touch has always been an amazing iPod. Now the time has come for a 2nd generation iPod Touch

The iPod touch 2nd generation is the only iPod with 802.11b/g wireless access to the internet. This built-in wireless capability gives you access to the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store, where you can choose from millions of songs.

And whenever you’re connected to the internet via Wi-Fi, you can access all your favorite websites to read news, check your email, go shopping, watch youtube video’s, play online games or update your Twitter. The intelligent iPod touch keyboard with its built-in dictionary, predicts and suggests words as you type, making it very easy to write text. The iPod touch features Safari, an advanced browser for portable devices.

Play hours of music on your iPod Touch. Discover new music anywhere with the iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store. Create a Genius Playlist of songs that go great together. Watch a movie. Surf the web. View rich HTML email. Find your location and get directions with Google Maps. Browse YouTube videos. And shop the App Store for games and applications.

With your iPod touch, you get free Wi-Fi access to the iTunes Store and to Now Playing content at starbucks. Stroll into a participating Starbucks, and you’re connected automatically.

iPod touch puts an amazing gaming experience in the palm of your hand and gives you access to hundreds of games. It comes in 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB models with new volume controls and a built-in speaker.

The new Apple iPod touch 32 GB (2nd Generation) has a few improvements over the first generation Apple iPod touch 32 GB. Overall, the improvements make it more attractive to new owners than to existing ones looking to upgrade. Even if games aren’t your thing, there’s an iPod touch application for you. Thousands of applications in almost every category; entertainment, travel, social networking, photography and reference.

“The iPod 2nd generation is simply impressive. The best features are the WiFi connection and the free apps that can be loaded. You can also get any internet radio station and select a wide range of music types. One of the apps connects to public radio (again via wifi). That almost makes up for the lack of having an FM radio embedded in the unit. The picture quality is great!”

Comes with:

• Apple Ipod Touch 2nd Generation #MA627LL/B
• Earphones
• dock adapter
• USB cable
• polishing cloth

3G is the third generation of telecommunication hardware standards and general technology for broadband mobile networking.

With this fast wireless technology, and other new features such as GPS mapping, support for enterprise features like Microsoft Exchange, and thousands of apps available in the the new App Store, iPhone 3G now puts even more features at your fingertips.

And like the original iPhone, it combines three great products in one; a revolutionary smartphone, a widescreen iPod touch, and a breakthrough Internet device.

• 3G for broadband data speeds (Tri band UMTS / HSDPA: UMTS 850 / 1900 / 2100)
• Assisted GPS, preferred to location based on Wi-Fi or cell towers
• 3.5 in liquid crystal display with scratch-resistant glass (320×480 pixel resolution at 163 ppi, HVGA)
• Size: 4.5 inches (h) × 2.4 inches (w) × 0.48 inch (d)
• Weight: 133 g (4.7 oz)

Camera located on back of iPhone.

• 2.0 megapixels
• Photo geotagging
• iPhone and third-party application integration

Supported Audio formats: AAC, Protected AAC, MP3, MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), Apple Lossless, AIFF, and WAV

Supported Video formats: H.264 video, up to 1.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Low-Complexity version of the H.264 Baseline Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; H.264 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Baseline Profile up to Level 3.0 with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats; MPEG-4 video, up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 frames per second, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats

35,000 apps for the iPhone… And counting:

• Apps for Managing Money
  Money matters with apps that help you budget, save, and spend smart.
• Apps for Traveling.
  Carry an iPhone and keep a world of information at your fingertips.
• Apps for Fun and Games.
  Get your game on with a tab and a tilt of the phone that has more fun.
• Apps for getting things done.
  Your iPhone can be very productive. Use it to turn to-dos into already-dones.
• Apps for around the house.
  Let iPhone lend a hand around the house, at the store, and with family.

What’s in the box:

• The iPhone 3G
• Dock Connector to USB Cable
• USB Power Adapter
• Stereo Headset with microphone
• iPhone Documentation
• SIM eject tool
• Cleaning/polishing cloth

Apple has created the world’s thinnest laptop, MacBook Air, measuring an unprecedented 0.16-inches at its thinnest point (and 0.76 inches thick overall). Amazingly thin at just 0.16 inches at its thinnest and 0.76 inches at its thickest point, the MacBook Air weighs just 3 pounds. In addition, the MacBook Air embodies Apple’s continuing environmental progress. It consumes the least amount of power of any Mac and is also designed with the following features to reduce environmental impact:

- Highly recyclable, mercury-free aluminum enclosure.
- Mercury-free LCD display with arsenic-free glass
- PVC-free internal cables
- Largely recyclable, low-volume packaging

Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, Custom-built to fit within the compact dimensions of the laptop, the MacBook Air is powered by a 1.8 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with a super-fast 800 MHz front-side bus (FSB), and an enormous 4 MB of Smart Cache, an L2 cache that can be shared between the cores as needed. (An L2, or secondary, cache temporarily stores data; and a larger L2 cache can help speed up your system’s performance. The FSB carries data between the CPU and RAM, and a faster front-side bus will deliver better overall performance.)

Whether you’re working on a Keynote presentation or watching a movie before you catch a flight, every document, video, and photo on your MacBook Air will look sharp on the glossy 13.3-inch widescreen display. Video is powered by the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100, which provides 144 MB of DDR2 SDRAM shared with main memory. It features Intel Clear Video Technology, which delivers outstanding video playback with sharper image quality, increased clarity, and enhanced visual quality of interlaced content on progressive displays.

More Details:

• 1.8 Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 4 MB shared L2 cache; Intel GMA X3100 video processor with 144 MB shared memory
• Thinnest, lightest MacBook ever includes multi-touch trackpad, built-in iSight webcam, and up to 5-hour battery life.
• One USB 2.0, built-in Wi-Fi (802.11n draft plus 802.11b/g), Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, Micro-DVI video output with adapters
• Preloaded with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system and iLife ‘08 suite of applications
• 13.3-inch glossy LED-backlit screen; 80 GB hard disk drive; 2 GB of RAM (maximum capacity)

•           Apple
•           MacBook

Have you noticed that your iPod is quickly becoming the most versatile music system in your home? Electronics companies are racing to build iPod-compatible systems, and some are creating systems specifically for the iPod, like Athena’s iVoice iPod dock. Building on their reputation for excellence, this innovative sound dock was designed from the ground up to play loud, sound spectacular, and to last longer than a single.

The volume on the IPod does not have any effect on the speakes. The volume is handled on the speakers themselves. While the volume control on IPod does not come into play, the equalizer settings on IPod work just fine. Play a song and experiment with the different settings. For example, I am listening to Frank Sinatra with equalizer set to Piano. Bottom line, you will enjoy these speakers.

If most of your music listening is to bass-heavy music, you will most likely disagree with me about the Athena Ipod dock sound system. I listen to everything but bass-heavy music, and this system has a beautiful, clear, sweet mid and high range, and it has a nice bass. Not thumping, not jumping off the table, but certainly there, and IMO, balanced with the rest of the sound, not just bass-heavy like the Bose and the Apple.

•           iPod
•           IPod Dock

The Sony Cybershot DSCW55 comes in black, silver, pink, or light blue, it is a stand-out choice for style conscious start-out or step-up camera customers who appreciate real value and advanced technology. 7.2 MegaPixel imaging, 3x optical zoom lens and high sensitivity combine to capture clear, high-detail images, even in low light.

If you are looking for a point and shoot, compact, easy to use camera with very good quality images and attractively priced, consider this one.

Although small, this camera is easy to hold and operate and the buttons are laid out in an easy to use manner. The viewfinder is invaluable in bright light when the LCD display is hard to see, a nice feature in a camera at this price. The menu is easy to use also and seems to be very similar to the Nikon SLR menu.

The DSCW55 is definitely worth the price, a highly recommended digital camera. If you are looking for a budget price camera, want to use AA batteries and don’t mind using a little thicker camera, then go for the Canon A570 IS with anti-shake.

Pros:
• Very short shutter lag, fast turn on/off, good picture quality, easy to use intuitive interface, easy to carry, very high resolution, good bang for the bucks.

Cons:
• Uses memory sticks which are pricier than SD cards, proprietary - and more expensive to replace - cables, rather noisy in very low light conditions.

More features:
• 7.2-Megapixel Super HAD CCD
• Carl Zeiss 3x Optical Zoom Lens Design
• 14x Smart Zoom Feature
• Large 2.5-Inch LCD Screen
• 56MB Internal Memory
• Memory Stick Duo Media Convenience
• Clear RAW Noise Reduction
• Function Guide Text/Icon Display
• Picture Motion Browser Software
• High Sensitivity Mode
• Versatile Color Modes
• MPEG Movie VX Fine Mode
• Convenient Photo Modes
• Burst Mode
• Stamina Battery Power

•           camera
•           Digital Camera
•           Sony

With up to six times the resolution and superior sound compared to traditional formats, high definition is the perfect way to watch your favorite movies, TV shows, and sports.

Only true HDTV’s are capable of displaying the amazing picture and resolution of an HD signal. Look for a TV capable of displaying a resolution of at least 720p (ideally 1800p) and you’ll have the display. Now all you’ll need is a signal and a way to tie it all together. And special signals require special cables. For the best high-def picture quality, you’ll want to connect your satellite or cable box and high-def movie player to your HDTV via HDMI or component cables.

For people looking to step up to full 1080p resolution in a 46-inch flat-panel LCD, Samsung’s 2007 model LNT4661FF is a good choice. Besides offering full 1080p resolution the LNT4661F also features a 10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for rich blacks and subtle texture display, an 8ms response time panel for smooth motion, hidden side speakers, an NTSC tuner, and 3 HDMI ports.

Consider a programmable universal remote to control every component of your home-theater system, a sound system, or a wall mount to bring out the high style in your high-def home.

Better picture begs for better sound. So make sure you’ve got an amplifier and speaker set capable of delivering 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound. A home theater system sounds only as good as its speakers, and good speakers don’t have to cost a fortune.

The Sony DAV-FX900W DVD Dream System is a home-theater system with integrated 5 DVD/CD changer, incorporating the latest audio and video technologies, including wireless rear speakers, a five-disc DVD changer, and XM-ready satellite radio connectivity. A 5.1-speaker system, with an automatic speaker setup program and a microphone to assist with proper speaker placement and optimizing sound quality, along with an HDMI output, means that you can quickly convert your living room into a full-fledged digital and high-definition theater in no time.

High-Def Programming
Just because you have cable or satellite TV doesn’t mean you’re automatically getting high definition. Make sure you’ve signed up with your cable or satellite provider to receive their HD service. This may require a special set-top box. To decode and deliver the lifelike picture and flawless surround sound of high-def movie, you’ll need a special movie player that uses unique blue-laser technology.

Movies in High Def
The high definition replacements for DVD have up to six times the resolution of standard DVDs and offer exclusive interactive features not possible with ordinary DVDs.

The HD-XA2 is our flagship HD DVD player and incorporates our latest technologies. With a chassis reinforced by solid brushed aluminum panels, the HD-XA2 uses advanced digital and analog video processing technology and includes 1080p with Deep Color support specified in HDMI 1.3a.

Video Game Systems
Ready to take a break from the action and simply watch a story unfold? Both the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 (with add-on Xbox HD player) allow you to play high-def discs.

High-Def Computers
Home isn’t the only place to enjoy amazing high-def picture quality and exclusive interactive features. Now you can experience your HD or Blu-ray movies on the road, or wherever you may roam with a capable laptop.

Christmas 2007 has come and gone, and hopefully you had a wonderful time around with your loved ones. Now that we have been spoiled with the many Christmas presents again, it’s time to hunt for some interesting accessories for the new Gadgets that have been presented to us this year

And what was the NR 1. gadget given by Santa in the year of 2007? Of course it was the Apple’s new iPhone, followed by the iPod. And luckily for us there are many different accessories and extensions to chose from when utilizing the technologies of these wonderful gadgets.

We have spotted some extraordinary accessories for the iPod and iPhone on Amazon. When it comes to iPod speakers and docks, most existing systems should be compatible with the iPhone, according to industry experts. But of course it wouldn’t hurt to double check that before you buy one, and that’s exactly what we’ve done. Dedicated to bring you the best, we have featured below the Bose Portable SoundDock System that plays with both the iPhone and the iPod.

This system features more efficient and higher quality audio reproduction, and gives more playing time than most other rechargeable battery powered speakers. And as you might expect from Bose speakers, the audio quality is perfect, it produces a great base, and the loudness is quite nice too.

More stuff we found includes a Bluetooth Headset with USB Dock, and a Bluetooth Plug-in Handsfree Car Kit with an LCD screen and a paperback called iPhone: The Missing Manual which might com in handy. Check them out by clicking on the pictures, and have fun!

The holiday shopping season has arrived. Our traditions say that we should treat each other kindly during Christmas time. This could be the reason why the tradition of giving each other Christmas gifts has spread. Christmas is the time to share happiness, to spread love and to enjoy from within. By presenting our close ones Christmas gifts, we show that we care about each other.

Around the festive season of Christmas, Moreover, think of the amount of time and energy saved by you while you go for online Christmas gift shopping. If you’re trying to buy unique Christmas gifts you’re way better off shopping online. You can shop for some real unique Christmas gifts online. It beats buying a mass produced Christmas gift from the neighborhood mall.

And when it comes to shopping for Christmas gifts online, you are sure to find discount prices at many online shops around the Christmas season, which gives you a nice opportunity to save a bunch of money as well. But you don’t have to restrict yourself to any limits either.

For the recipient it’s important you find unique Christmas gifts that will be valued by that person. Most people don’t really know what a unique Christmas gifts would be when they are asked. You have to observe people and do some research on unique Christmas gifts you think they would really like before you go out and buy one.

Avoid the local shopping mall or any regular store. It’s quite likely that you won’t find any unique Christmas gifts at these stores since they’ll be mass producing everything to make a large Christmas sale.

Amzon’s new wireless reading device let’s you read books, magazines, newspapers and blogs anywhere, anytime. Kindle is about the same size of your typical paperback, and lighter then many, weighting about 10.3 ounces. The screen is easy on your eyes because kindle uses an electronic paper display that eliminates the kind of eye strain you get from reading on a PC or PDA. The display doesn’t use back lighting, so just like paper, it’s as easy to read outside on a sunny day, as it is inside your livingroom or office. You turn pages with a simple touch on the page-turn buttons, and because buttons are on both sides you can use either hand.

If you ever loose your place in books, you’ll appreciate that kindle saves your place in everything you’re reading. So you can always pick-up , right where you left off. You can also bookmark pages and return to them later.

The Kindle store, where you can find and buy things to read right from your kindle. Simply select ‘Shop at Kindle store’ from the menu, and you’re connected. If you already know what you want you can find it immediately from the store search. Use the keyboard to type-in the name of an author, or a book title, and click the selectwheel to choose it. Otherwise just browse like you do at a bookstore or on amazon.com; you’ll see thousands of bestsellers, new releases, reviews and personal recommendations.

Most books in the store come with a free sample, so you can even read a bit before you decide to buy. Once you’re ready to buy, just one click of the selectwheel downloads the book to your kindle, in under a minute. New York Times bestsellers, and most new releases are just $9.99 or less. And everything you buy is also automatically backed-up at amazon.com in case you Kindle is ever lost or damaged.

So you may be wondering how your books, blogs and newspapers get delivered to your kindle. Well Kindle uses the same wireless technology as advanced cellular phones. So you don’t need to hunt for a hotspot like you would with wi-fi. Your Kindle simply connects like your cellphone connects. But unlike a cellphone you don’t need to worry about signing up for an annual contract, finding the right data plan, or even seeing a wireless bill. All purchases include free wireless delivery to your Kindle via amazon whispernet.

Because Kindle is wireless, you don’t have to wait until you’re in front of your computer to get new books, blogs or newspapers, and you never have to sync-up or plug-in to your PC to manage your library. You also don’t have to worry about the hassle of re-charging all the time. Kindle’s rechargeable batteries last long enough to turn thousands of pages, you can read for days without having to plug-in.

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