Finally! The much anticipated and always welcome last list from the 2011 CES running of the nerds. A half-dozen goodies that caught my eye, made me stop and look and decide to add to my growing list…no, I did not save the best for last…too trite to mention…just six I had not used in my previous 2 lists…and, to satisfy a critic…my only one it seems, something for you iPad devotees…really, u will love it!
Genesis
The new Genesis, just announced by Lexmark, is about the coolest-looking business device since the MacBook Air. Even better, it’s powerful and efficient. It’s also exceptionally simple to use, and satisfyingly accessible when it comes to more complicated scanning and printing requirements, like multiple images on one page.
Lexmark GenesisIn case you can’t tell from the photo, what’s new about the Genesis is that it stands vertically, as opposed to horizontally as other printers do. So when you want to copy or scan a document, you lift the front of the case forward and drop the paper in.
Inside the machine is a 10-megapixel camera sensor which enables the machine to scan much faster than most scanners and printers. Lexmark’s claim, borne out in our tests, is that it transfers “from document to digital” in about three seconds – it’s not unusual to wait a minute or more for this to occur with most printers. There’s no automatic page feeder, please note, which is about the worst you can say about the Genesis.
If you’re familiar with scanning documents you’ll know the most time-consuming and deeply frustrating part of the process is finding you’ve positioned the original in just-not-quite the right place, and you only discover this when the scanning is finished.
Here, the camera sensor puts an image of what you’ll get onto the color display on the front of the printer. So you know instantly if you’re in the right place and can adjust accordingly.
Logitech Revue - This is for all u who want access to everything, everywhere!
It's TV that's all yours: With Logitech Revue, what you’re into is what’s on. Enter your favorite actor and get what they’re doing on TV, the Web, Twitter and more. Watch the game and your fantasy draft at the same time. Add the controller that fits your style. TV with lots of possibilities means TV that you make your own.
Google TV in a box: Logitech Revue comes with an easy-to-set-up companion box and an intuitive companion keyboard controller. Simply connect your TV and cable or satellite set-top box via HDMI and your high speed Internet connection via Ethernet or Wi-Fi to the Logitech Revue, and you’ve got Google TV.
Future ready: Your TV can be the TV of the future, and it will only get better. Logitech Revue is a companion to your TV and not a TV itself, so it can be easily updated. Plus Google TV is an open platform, with developers creating more apps and functionality for release this year, so your TV will do more as Google TV does more.
Built-in expandability: A growing selection of accessories means a growing Logitech Revue experience. From video cameras that let you share your TV watching experience to a smartphone app that gives you full control over your entire entertainment experience from your phone, your Logitech Revue has room to do more.
Logitech RevueApps for your TV: With Logitech Revue, you get apps created just for your TV, including Netflix®, NBA.TV and Pandora®. And with apps for your TV available in the Android™ Market later this year, there’s no telling what your TV will be able to do.
Not your average keyboard: The keyboard controller that’s included lets you find your shows, surf the Web, or turn up the volume. By combining a compact keyboard, a touchpad, and a remote in a sleek, living room-worthy design, Logitech Revue gives you full wireless control over all your entertainment without leaving the couch.
A compact keyboard, touchpad, and remote Wired and wireless: To make sure your content is streaming as fast as possible, Logitech Revue comes with your choice of Ethernet or fast 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, so you can get high-quality audio and video with whichever one works best for your setup.
Pocket eDGe is the world’s smallest dualbook-this is really neat. 7" tablet on one side, for Android apps like web browsing, audio recording, and games.
A 6" reader on the other side, for glare-free reading and stylus handwriting.
Beautifully connected. Seamlessly integrated. And more than twice as functional as a reader or tablet alone.
Pocket eDGe
Dimensions: 5.5" x 7.5" x 1.0" closed,11.0" x 7.5" x 0.5" open
Weight: 1.35 lb
Tablet screen: 7.0" WXGA (800x480)
Tablet input: Resistive touch (use finger or stylus on screen), optical finger pad
Reader screen: 6.0” e-Ink® (800x600), 16 shades of gray
Reader input: Stylus (Wacom Penabled®)
Operating system: Linux® with Google® Android™
Internal memory: 3GB
Connectivity: Wi-Fi™ 802.11 b/g, Bluetooth® capability, Ethernet-to-USB adapter available
Screen Rotation: 90 and 180 degrees (tablet), 180 degrees (reader)
Reader file formats: ePub, PDF
Tablet video formats: 3GP, MP4, Adobe Flash Lite® (H.264), AVI (DivX or Xvid encoded), MOV, WMV
Tablet audio formats: MP3, WAV, 3GPP, MP4, AAC, OGG, M4A
Keyboard: Virtual keyboard on tablet screen or connect your own by USB
MicroSD card slot
Standard USB port
Mini-USB port with mini-USB-to-USB cable included
Battery life: up to 6 hours, or up to 11 hours using only the reader screen
Camera: 2 megapixel with video capability
Built-in microphone
Built-in stereo speakers
3.5mm headphone/headset jack (TRRS)
Aisle 411 is an easier way to shop…shoppers, man your carts…this one is for u!
Search: Just the way you want it in-store. Quick, simple and intuitive results with one search. Each search lets you map it, add to list, share, or even edit the location.
Offers: We'll inform you of deals you can find in-store; we call them Informational Offers. Some stores offer Digital coupons that you can "clip" to your shopper loyalty card. Then scan your shopper loyalty, and get savings off your bill.
Shopping Lists: Save a generic list, or manage lists by specific store. With aisle411, items are organized by aisle and section. You can also map your List(with stores that provide them) and use aisle411's unique interactive map to guide you through the store while you shop. Or, share your list via SMS or email.
Reviews: Once you find what you're after, you can scan barcodes (iPhone app only) and get product reviews served up from Amazon.com. Even tap and speak the UPC number and we'll pull review results if available.
Aisle 411 is an easier way to shopSocial Gaming: We think shopping should be fun, so with aisle411, you can earn virtual rewards for not only a "check-in" at a store, but for "doing things" within aisle411. Searching, sharing, mapping a list, and even clipping some offers earn you points and badges. Some of the badges could unlock special offers from retailers and brands. There's even some "hidden" rewards you can stumble upon as you search. Then share your rewards with your friends on social networks easily.
Available in select markets and retailers.
Just Mobile…here u go…if u have an iPad, u must have this!
Just MobileWanna experience the stylish stylus for iPad? Just Mobile AluPen™ is a chunky pencil-shaped stylus with a soft rubber nib that sits perfectly in the hand to make drawing and writing a uniquely smooth experience.
Anti-Sleep Pilot - Break at the right time…depending on your driving routine, this may be an absolute must to have.
Tiredness causes one in every five road traffic accidents: We all experience tiredness occasionally when driving. The longer we drive the greater the risk of feeling tired as we drive. Tiredness and driving are a lethal combination, responsible for around 20% of all road traffic accidents.
Anti-Sleep PilotProblem - We do not know when it is time to take a break: Tiredness causes as many near misses and accidents on the road as alcohol. But the big difference is that tiredness is hard to gauge. With alcohol, motorists are not allowed to drink more than a certain amount. But how do you assess tiredness?
Break at the right time: Research has shown that regularly activating the driver and taking breaks at the right time can prevent driving when tired. The Anti Sleep Pilot is a new Danish product that calculates how tired you are, maintains your alertness and lets you know when it is time to take a break.
This product aims at prevention. Unlike other solutions, the Anti Sleep Pilot is not designed to wake you up once you have fallen asleep. If you fall asleep, reaction will often come too late. Instead, the Anti Sleep Pilot helps you avoid hazardous situations caused by tiredness. This is why we say: break at the right time.
Anti Sleep Pilot adapts to you and your driving: The Anti Sleep Pilot adapts itself to you and your driving. It can be used by anyone because it is customized for each individual driver and driving situation. A single device will work for a variety of drivers and installs in all cars, irrespective of make or model. It has been carefully designed so as to provide a subtle interaction with the driver, avoiding unnecessary distraction.
Now, if u had a pilot I would know you would still be awake so I can tell you that’s it, have fun, be careful and we will see u next time.
Aloha, Lou
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