Urwerk UR 1001 Pocket Watch

Pocket watches nowadays are not as popular as they were before. With other gadgets and devices now able to provide people with time, having a pocket watch only seems to be something sort of a weighty addition to what one brings along. They somehow may have been relegated to a collectors item this time. And boy, how makers like Urwerk have made them into something more than just a collector's item. Simply looking at the new Urwerk UR 1001 Pocket Watch will make it all clear.

The new Urwerk UR 1001 is more than just any ordinary pocket watch. Yes, it tells its owner the time and date. But it also does more.

Gadget.com, Urwerk UR 1001 Pocket Watch

MobileEdge ScanFast 2.0 Bag Review

(this is a 2nd opinion review of bag that we featured last year). I really hate flying.  I've never been a big fan.   I hate the high prices, the long lines, the rules, the regulations, the baggage fees, what you can carry on and what you can't carry on.  Honestly, I wonder if it isn't just easier to drive.

But since sometimes driving is out of the question, I either have to fly or take the train and either way, I have to go through TSA checkpoints.

Let me make something clear:  I don't try to sneak stuff on planes that I'm not supposed to have.  I obey the rules.



The Gadgeteer, MobileEdge ScanFast 2.0 Bag Review

Toshiba Camileo Clip Video Recorder

Toshiba today introduced the Camileo Clip video recorder at IFA 2011. Measuring 46.5mm x 80mm and weighing 85 grams, the mini camcorder features a clip at the back that will allow the user to clip it onto a shirt pocket or a jacket. The gadget also has a rugged case, a 5MP CMOS sensor with the back side illumination (BSI) technology, and a 10x zoom for both photo and video capture. The Toshiba Camileo Clip supports a wide variety of memory cards, including microSD, SDHC and SDXC with a maximum storage capacity of up to 64GB. The company will launch the Camileo Clip in Europe later this year.

TechFresh, Toshiba Camileo Clip Video Recorder

Acer W4 Windows Phone 7 Handset At IFA 2011

Acer has introduced the Acer W4 Windows Phone 7 smartphone at IFA 2011. The handset runs on the Microsoft Windows Phone 7 Mango operating system and features a 1GHz processor, a 512MB of RAM, and an 8GB of storage space. What's more, the Acer W4 also has a 5MP camera, WiFi and Bluetooth support. Stay tuned for more updates.

TechFresh, Acer W4 Windows Phone 7 Handset At IFA 2011

HTC Titan (Eternity) Windows Phone Mango Is Now Official

HTC has finally announced its first Windows Phone 7.5 Mango devices, the HTC Titan (previously known as HTC Eternity). Measuring at only 9.9mm thin, the smartphone comes equipped with a 4.7-inch WVGA display, a unibody design, a 1.5GHz single-core Qualcomm processor, a 5.1 surround sound, an 8MP rear-facing camera with F2.2 lens, 720p video recording capabilities, a 1.3MP front-facing camera, and a 16GB of on-board memory. The HTC Titan will be available starting October 2011 in Europe.



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Asus reportedly launching 5 to 6 Ultrabooks in October

Asustek Computer is slated to host a product launch conference for Ultrabooks in New York City this October. According to company chairman Jonney Shih, Asus will reveal five to six different Ultrabook models it plans to launch this year. These will range in price from $899 USD to $1,999 USD, and will also feature screens measuring 11.6-inches and 13.3-inches. Shih also stated that Asus has been able to lower the overall cost of its Ultrabooks thanks to the recent price drop of several key components such as panels and DRAM.

2DayBlog.com, Asus reportedly launching 5 to 6 Ultrabooks in October

Acer liquidmini Ferrari Edition is one race loving droid

Acer and Scuderia Ferrari have been successful partners for quite some time now, with Ferrari branded, Acer laptops being the most prominent product to come from the relationship. The latest addition to the Acer Ferrari product line is significantly more pocket friendly than any of its predecessors - it is an Android smartphone. The Acer liquidimini Ferrari Edition droid is aimed at all the Ferrari fans out there, who cannot afford the Vertu made handsets, which are also endorsed by the Italian car maker.

GSM Arena, Acer liquidmini Ferrari Edition is one race loving droid

Sprint Samsung Epic 4G Touch pre-orders start for $149.99, shipping on September 16

Sprint's version of the Samsung Galaxy S II, the Epic 4G Touch, is set to become available pretty soon. So soon, in fact, that you can already pre-order one if you so wish. Sprint will charge you $199.99 for this device when it launches it, but you can save $50 by getting it from Wirefly instead. The well known mobile retailer has started taking pre-orders for the Epic 4G Touch, and offers the smartphone for just $149.99.

Needless to say, getting that price requires you to sign a new two-year contract with Sprint.

Unwired View, Sprint Samsung Epic 4G Touch pre-orders start for $149.99, shipping on September 16

2012 Porsche 911 GT3 R racer gets more power, improved driveability

One of perennial first names in racing is Porsche, and that's because the German automaker is always looking to improve its motorsports products. Progression, thy name is 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 R. Drivers and teams upgrading to the latest 911 for the track will find a host of changes designed to make lap times lower and speeds higher. Engine output has been raised 20 horses to bring the power rating to an even 500 horsepower. Paddles have been placed on the steering wheel and new transmission brain is programmed to deliver throttle blip on downshifts.

Autoblog, 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 R racer gets more power, improved driveability

Vonage Extensions App Brings Free International Calling to Android Handsets

You know that Vonage commercial with the Japanese rock group touring around the United States playing for some bumpkins in the middle of nowhere. Now that can be you, too, Android users. Vonage has released their Extensions app enabling free VoIP calling to international locations without the need to sign up for additional service beyond your in-home Vonage plan. Unlike similar apps already in the Market app that offer discounted calls, the calling might be free but the plan certainly isn't.

Android Phone, Vonage Extensions App Brings Free International Calling to Android Handsets

Sony SA-NS500 speakers unveiled

Looking for a set of AirPlay compatible speakers. Sony may have just what you want and in a pretty interesting looking package as well. Introducing the Sony SA-NS500 Portable HomeShare Speaker, which based on its design alone could pass of as an artsy ornament in your living room. According to Sony, it features four drivers, a subwoofer and comes with a built-in battery that the company is claiming should last you a good 5-6 hours worth of continuous playing.

Ubergizmo, Sony SA-NS500 speakers unveiled

Foxconn to ship 20M iPads to Apple in Q3 2011

The third quarter of the year will see Foxconn deliver up to 20 million iPads (when we mention iPads these days, obviously we're talking about the iPad 2 and not its predecessor), at least that is what Taiwan-based DigiTimes claims. It seems that Apple's iPad orders will drive growth for Foxconn in the second half of 2011, and the 20 million figure is definitely a huge one, even more so in a single quarter. The June quarter saw Apple deliver sales of 9.25 million iPads, which will be less than less than 50% of what Foxconn claims it will ship to Apple when September rolls around.

Ubergizmo, Foxconn to ship 20M iPads to Apple in Q3 2011

Stratasys selected by Georgia Tech and DARPA mentor programme to provide 3D printers for high schools across U.S.

National programme is the first of its kind to put 3D printers in high school students' handsFRANKFURT 2nd September 2011 - (NASDAQ: SSYS) Stratasys today announced that it has been chosen by the Georgia Institute of Technology, a top U.S. research university, to provide its Dimension 3D Printers to select high schools across the U.S.

Press Release Distribution, Stratasys selected by Georgia Tech and DARPA mentor programme to provide 3D printers for high schools across U.S.

Toshiba unveils AT200, the thinnest Android tablet yet

During the IFA trade show in Berlin on Thursday, Toshiba unveiled the AT200, an Android Honeycomb tablet that will no doubt compete directly Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1. It measures just 7.7mm thick, .9mm thinner than the Galaxy Tab 10.1, which should make it the thinnest Android tablet when it hits store shelves. The AT200 is equipped with a 10.1-inch display with a 1280 x 800-pixel resolution, a microUSB port, a microSD slot, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a micro-HDMI port, a dual-core 1.2GHz processor, a 5-megapixel camera and a two-megapixel front-facing camera for video chats. T0shiba has yet to announce a release date or pricing for the AT200.

Boy Genius Report, Toshiba unveils AT200, the thinnest Android tablet yet

Facebook rumored to launch a music service next month

According to reports online, it looks like Facebook has plans to launch its own music service next month. Apparently a CNBC technology correspondent, Jon Fortt, mentioned that his sources have informed him "that Facebook plans to launch its long rumored music service at the f8 conference on September 22nd. Now, it seems likely that Facebook won't actually host the music, but will partner with others to do that.". Other than that semi-vague statement, we don't have much information to work with, but it shouldn't be too long until we find out, since September 22nd is only a few weeks away.

Ubergizmo, Facebook rumored to launch a music service next month

Apps of the Day: Marriott Hotels App and Shadow Cave

I really do wish I could travel more. The dark forces of the world won't allow me to break away as often as I'd like to, but I imagine having an app to book all of my travel needs would make it that much easier to just say “yes” (though I'm sure it won't be as easy on my wallet). When are we going to get one app for all services, though. Car rentals, planes and hotels – I want it all. And more than that, I want the ability to complete and pay for my reservation right within the app.

You see, if you lay it out all in front of me within one easy app, I'd be more inclined to book.


Android Phone, Apps of the Day: Marriott Hotels App and Shadow Cave

ViewSonic Brings Out the ViewPad Family at IFA, Details Revealed

ViewSonic will soon be launching a few new Android tablets into the wild, and they took some time at IFA to go over what we can expect. Three models in total will hit shelves by the end of the year, with the ViewSonic ViewPad 10pro the first among the bunch. The dual-boot Android 2.3/Windows 7 slate will be available September 5h at a price of  €499 ($714) for the WiFi-only version. It will be followed shortly by the ViewPad 7x, a 7-inch Honeycomb tablet with custom 3D ViewScene interface. We previously caught the Android 3.0 skin running on the 7x’s Tegra 2 processor back at Computex.

Android Phone, ViewSonic Brings Out the ViewPad Family at IFA, Details Revealed

White Samsung Galaxy S II now available in the UK for £492 SIM-free

Just as expected, the white Samsung Galaxy S II has become available in the UK today. Unlike previous efforts, Samsung decided to go with a full white paint job here, and the result is that the entire device is white. If that's your favorite color, you know you want to pick up one of these puppies. The white Galaxy S II can be purchased unlocked and SIM-free from either Clove or MobileFun. Both retailers sport about the same price.

Clove will give you the white Samsung Galaxy S II for £492 (as seen above), and Mobile Fun asks £492.95.

Unwired View, White Samsung Galaxy S II now available in the UK for £492 SIM-free

PIGORASS quadruped robot moves like a strange puppy

How often do you see a robot that you actually want to lift up with your arms and hug like a puppy. Not many, but this quadruped robot from Japan might change your mind. To be demonstrated at IROS 2011 later this month, the PIGORASS was developed at the Graduate School of Information Science & Technology, The University of Tokyo, Japan. Developed by roboticists that had previously created jumping and running robots, they have decided to create a robot that uses an external air compressor, pressure sensors and potentiometers to replicate how real muscles work.



Ubergizmo, PIGORASS quadruped robot moves like a strange puppy

Samsung Galaxy Note announced: 5.3-inch display, built-in-stylus, custom 'S Pen' apps

Until a few days ago we'd heard surprisingly little about the Galaxy Note, a handset rumored to be launching alongside the Galaxy Tab 7.7 and Wave 3 at IFA. It's ironic, really, because of all the phones to have kept a low profile, this is a memorable one. Behold, a 5.3-inch handset with a stowaway pen for note-taking, drawing and grabbing screen captures. In other words, a Dell Streak-esque hunk of a device that blurs the lines between phone and tablet.




Engadget, Samsung Galaxy Note announced: 5.3-inch display, built-in-stylus, custom 'S Pen' apps

Sony World's Lightest eReader

The new Sony eReader (PRS-T1) is the worlds lightest eReadr on the planet with only 168grams and 8.9mm thin . This new ebook will come ready to let you read four hours at a time, in fact and according to Sony its battery can last up to 1 month, all depending on how much you want to read at a night (Sony tested it with 30 minutes of reading time to achieve the 1 month mark).


Akihabara News, Sony World's Lightest eReader

Sony details Android-powered Tablet S and Tablet P

One day ahead of the IFA trade show in Berlin, Sony revealed more details on its Tablet S and Tablet P devices, originally known as the S1 and the S2. Both tablets are equipped with NVIDIA's dual-core Tegra 2 processor, front and rear facing cameras and an SD card slot. The devices currently run Android 3.1 (Honeycomb) but Sony promises that the tablets will run the newer Android 3.2 operating system by the time they hit the market. The Tablet P, originally known as the S2, sports two 5.5-inch TruBlack displays and will eventually be available on AT&T as an HSPA+ device.

Boy Genius Report, Sony details Android-powered Tablet S and Tablet P

Samsung Galaxy Note: 5.3 inch Super AMOLED HD screen, Android Gingerbread, S Pen technology

That mysterious Samsung Galaxy Note turned out to be a smartphone after all – a huge one. “A new type of smartphone”, as Samsung puts it. The Galaxy Note sports a massive 5.3 inch Super AMOLED HD display with 180 degree viewing angle – yes, the previously rumored display with a 1280 x 800 pixels resolution.




Unwired View, Samsung Galaxy Note: 5.3 inch Super AMOLED HD screen, Android Gingerbread, S Pen technology

Toshiba announces AT200 tablet, 10.1-inch display and only 7.7mm thick

Looks like the Galaxy Tab 10.1 might finally have some real competition on its hands, with Toshiba announcing the AT200 tablet - which we've been hearing rumors about for the past few days. It's a 10.1-inch Android tablet that measures in at just 7.7mm thick - that's nearly a full mm thinner than the Samsung. The 10.1-inch LCD is 1,280 x 800 and is powered by a TI OMAP 4430 processor at 1.2GHz that can be paired by up to 64GB of memory - augmented by microSD. There's a five megapixel webcam around back, a two megapixel shooter facing forward, and up to eight hours of battery life is promised.


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Toshiba updates STOR.E external hard drives for PCs and TVs

Toshiba's STOR.E line of hard drives just got a bit of a refresh, and a dash of color, at IFA. It's CANVIO models come in sizes up to 1TB and sport one those spiffy USB 3.0 connectors, while weighing in at under half a pound in your choice of black, green or red. The BASICS line sports all the same features and options, except the pre-installed backup software, but only comes in black. The STOR.E PARTNER is another basic external drive with a USB 3.0 connection, but it's designed to match Toshiba's NB500 series of netbooks and has the color options to match (black, blue, lime green and orange).

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HTC Sneaks the Eternity Through The FCC!

With the Windows Phone "Mango" update now rumoured to roll out on September 15, which WPCentral say they have in good confidence, from a well placed development company that makes apps for Windows Phone, Android and iOS devices, that the Mango release would be delayed. “The (omitted) Windows dev team has just learned that Mango is delayed until September 15th.”. That coupled with some information from a Chinese chat with a forum member and HTC customer service rep, and they conclude the date seems likely.


HTC Source, HTC Sneaks the Eternity Through The FCC!

iHome's AirPlay iW1 wireless speaker system available on September 26th, for $300

Press Release:iW1 AVAILABLE BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 26. Today, iHome officially announced that their highly anticipated AirPlay speaker system, the iW1, will be available for purchase throughout North America starting September 26, 2011. In advance of its wide release, a very limited quantity was offered for sale today exclusively on iHomeAudio.com to iW1 email subscribers on a first-come first-serve basis.

Engadget, iHome's AirPlay iW1 wireless speaker system available on September 26th, for $300

Refreshed HTC Sensation to Be First Beats by Dre Handset?

With HTC’s recent acquisition of Beats by Dre, it makes sense that the company would want to make a statement by getting a handset featuring the audio technology to market quickly. Most expect the HTC Vigor on Verizon to be the first handset sporting improved audio, but a new report claims that a refreshed version of the HTC Sensation may, in fact, bring the Beats/HTC combo to shelves even sooner.

Android Phone, Refreshed HTC Sensation to Be First Beats by Dre Handset?

Unchartered Greatest Hits Dual Pack arrives this September 6th

Since it is just around two months before Unchartered 3: Drake's Deception is released for the Sony PS3, why not celebrate the build up and anticipation by enjoying Nathan Drake's previous two outings. We're talking about Unchartered: Drake's Fortune and Unchartered 2: Among Thieves, and what better way to do so than to pick up the Unchartered Greatest Hits Dual Pack. Sure, you might have both games already, but there is nothing quite like picking up a fresh and spanking new copy of both titles in a single bundle.

Ubergizmo, Unchartered Greatest Hits Dual Pack arrives this September 6th

Apple releases iOS 5 beta 7, here's the change log

Apple has just seeded iOS 5 beta 7 to developers for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch testing. Apple is expected to release iOS 5 for consumers in the coming weeks. The full change log is after the break. Accounts

When creating an iCloud account, you can use any Apple ID as long as it is a full email address and not a MobileMe account. If you have a MobileMe account, you can move that account to iCloud.

Boy Genius Report, Apple releases iOS 5 beta 7, here's the change log

Sony Alpha NEX-5N Unboxing Video

Here we have the unboxing video of the newly released Sony Alpha NEX-5N that we found over at YouTube. The video was uploaded by SonyConvergineer and you could check it out after the break.



TechFresh, Sony Alpha NEX-5N Unboxing Video

HTC preparing Sensation Special Edition

HTC might be preparing a special edition of the HTC Sensation, and this time with Beats by Dr. Dre integration, following HTC's recent purchase of a majority stake in Beats Electronics. From what is known, the new version will be equipped with a Qualcomm 8260 processor (1.5Ghz), 4GB of internal storage and a higher battery life (1,730mAh) and will come with not only integrated Beats technology for optimized sound quality, but also a set of Dr. Dre in-ear headphones.

Considering that it will be on retail for around 520€ ($847), don't forget that the cheaper Dr.


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Cambridge Consultants introduces eco-friendly Stem vacuum cleaner

Cambridge Consultants, the company behind the Sprint in-wall radar are back with a new product, and this time around it's something more civilian-friendly that it's previous offering. Instead of a radar used to detect enemies or traps behind walls, the company has announced a new 'eco-vacuum' concept called Stem. Citing it as possibly the "world's most eco-friendly vacuum cleaner", Stem is said to use 43% less energy but provide the same performance as its regular average counterpart that can be found in just about any home today. What makes Stem capable of such energy savings is the way it works.

Ubergizmo, Cambridge Consultants introduces eco-friendly Stem vacuum cleaner

Apple loses iPhone prototype in a bar, again

Apple employees must love a good drink. An Apple employee has, yet again, lost an unreleased iPhone prototype in a bar, according to CNET. The iPhone was lost in Cava22, a bar in San Francisco's Mission District, late last month and Apple quickly tried to recover the lost device. The Cupertino-based company tracked the phone to a house in San Francisco's Bernal Heights where investigators spoke to “a man in his twenties” who had been at Cava22 the day the iPhone was lost.

Boy Genius Report, Apple loses iPhone prototype in a bar, again

Jeremy Clarkson reviews M12 FAV Warthog from Halo... sort of

We're convinced that Forza Motorsport is out to take over the universe. With the racing simulator's only real competitor, Gran Turismo, sucking wind, the title is kicking in teeth and taking what it wants. An example, you ask. Not only will Forza 4 feature the M12 FAV Warthog from Halo, the combat vehicle will receive an introduction from none other than Jeremy Clarkson of Top Gear fame.



Autoblog, Jeremy Clarkson reviews M12 FAV Warthog from Halo... sort of

Sony's new Reader Wi-Fi is the world's lightest 6-inch e-reader with multitouch screen

Sony's just been showing off its Reader Store for the Android-powered Tablet S and Tablet P, but it hasn't forgotten its more eye-friendly options. Announced at IFA just now, the self-explanatory Reader Wi-Fi (PRS-T1) claims to be the world's lightest 6-inch e-reader with an "enhanced" touchscreen - the "enhanced" bit referring to its "Clear Touch Infrared" technology that supports multitouch for pinch-to-zoom, though it's also bundled with a stylus.

Engadget, Sony's new Reader Wi-Fi is the world's lightest 6-inch e-reader with multitouch screen

Nissan debuts new GT3-spec Nismo GT-R

The Nissan GT-R is no stranger to motorsports. Topping off its long history of racing around the world, Godzilla currently competes in Japan's own Super GT series and in the FIA GT1 World Championship, among others. But while those models are loosely based on and bear a visual resemblance to the road car, they're both largely purpose-built racers. In fact they're both powered by V8 engines instead of the turbo six in the supercar you can buy at your local Datsun store. Enter the GT3 version.

Autoblog

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technoleap, Nissan debuts new GT3-spec Nismo GT-R

Sony officially renames the S2 the Tablet P, opens up about the software (video)

Some of the software flourishes - namely, a tweaked app menu, PlayStation Certification, remote control app and streaming to DLNA devices - can also be found on the more traditional-looking Tablet S. Here, too, you'll be able to download media from the newly re-branded Music and Video Unlimited services, whose catalogs include more than 10 million songs and over 6,000 movies, respectively. But some features were designed specifically with the Tablet P's dual-screen form factor in mind.

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techblog, Sony officially renames the S2 the Tablet P, opens up about the software (video)

HTC Jetstream is official, launches 4th September

Good news, if you've been eagerly awaiting HTC's second Android tablet, the HTC Puccini (or Jetstream as it will be known on AT&T's network), well it appears that it has been made official and for those interested in getting their hands on the device should be able to find it in stores come 4th of September. Unfortunately it appears that it will command a pretty hefty price at $700 for a two year contract. With a price of $700 on contract we'd hate to ask how much it will cost off-contract.

Ubergizmo, HTC Jetstream is official, launches 4th September

The white Samsung Galaxy S II launches in the UK today

The Samsung Galaxy S II is getting new garbs in the UK - it will be available in White now as well the original Black starting today. The rest of the specs (4.3" SuperAMOLED Plus screen, 1.2GHz dual-core CPU, 8MP camera and so on) are unchanged. The white Galaxy S II should be available through all major retailers and it should start appearing on their sites and store shelves today. In case you missed it, you can check out more views of the white version of Samsung's droid flagship over here.

We checked the primary sites and most don't list it yet. MobileFun (where the white version showed up originally) still has it for £493.

GSM Arena, The white Samsung Galaxy S II launches in the UK today