January 21, 2008
Macbook Would Commit Adultery With LED Cellphone [Concepts]
Tao Ma is at it again, cranking out another great phone concept. The new design, the LED Cellphone, incorporates hundreds of LEDs, all of which are used to create the cellphone's striking UI. Check out the gallery below to see a cellphone your plastic white MacBook would fall head over heels for. Depending on the function that is required, certain LEDs will illuminate, whilst others are switched off. This only gives rise to basic patterns, so you would not be sending any MMS messages using this phone, but the styling certainly earns it plus points. The device would be powered by two AAA batteries, which could be recharged by the chic USB dock. The LED Cellphone reminds us of O2's Cocoon, and as that has already made it to the production line, we know this concept would not pose too many obstacles to a manufacturer. We can hear our slut Macbook making adulterous noises right now'"it would trade its iPhone partner for a pretty bimbo without a second thought. Macbook, you should be ashamed. [Gizmo Watch]
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Posted by Michael at 09:48 AM
January 18, 2008
iPhone Getting a Business/Corporate Plan on January 21st [Apple]
Here's some good news for those of you who want an iPhone but have sold your soul to the corporate overlords: AT&T is said to be announcing iPhone compatibility to corporate and business accounts on January 21st. The "business iPhone" is the same as the regular iPhone, but it has a slightly different pricing setup for its plan and is eligible for a $25 per month corporate discount. Holy shit, that's amazing!!!
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Posted by Gary at 12:09 PM
January 12, 2008
Kensington Intros LiquidAUX Range of In-Car Peripherals [Kensington]
Kensington just dumped a whole host of in-car peripherals. Here's the lot: ' Kensington LiquidAUX for iPhone and iPod ($79.99.) Allows for "superior" sound quality via the auxiliary port, whilst simultaneously charging. Comes with a remote, so you don't have to take your eyes off the road. ' Kensington LiquidAUX Deluxe for iPhone and iPod ($99.99.) As above, but with cradle and adjustable flexible arm. ' Kensington LiquidAUX Bluetooth Car Kit ($99.99.) Does the same as the above two kits, however, this will allow you to hook up your Bluetooth (A2DP) enabled cellphone instead. Automated music muting and call taking functionality included, as would be expected. ' Kensington Car Charger Deluxe for iPhone and iPod ($49.99.) Cradle that includes adjustable arm, but without the music via auxiliary output. Basically a glorified charger/cradle. Pricey. ' Kensington Bluetooth Stereo Headphones with Microphone ($79.99.) As the name suggests, these will be your stock Bluetooth headphones, compatible with A2DP, but also incorporating a microphone. Can be used as a standard Skype headset. For the entire press release, check below: The LiquidAUX Collection from Kensington Includes: Kensington LiquidAUX for iPhone and iPod (K33429US): Get superior sound quality from a simple auxiliary port connection and charge your iPhone or iPod at the same time. The wireless remote ensures that your hands never have to leave the steering wheel. A smart audio sensor turns off the device to conserve car battery power. Designed for vehicles with auxiliary ports in the center console. Suggested retail price: $79.99. Kensington LiquidAUX Deluxe for iPhone and iPod (K33430US): Control your music with the wireless remote and give your iPhone or iPod a home in the car with our adjustable cradle. A flexible arm allows you to maneuver it to your hearts desire while an auxiliary port connection ensures pure sound quality from your iPod. Designed specifically for vehicles with in-dash auxiliary ports. Suggested retail price: $99.99. Kensington LiquidAUX Bluetooth Car Kit (K33428US): Enjoy hands-free calling and crystal- clear music from your music phone through your car's stereo. Bluetooth 2.0 technology with enhanced data rate, a built-in microphone with noise and echo-canceling technology makes for clear conversations on the road. Simply press the phone icon on the remote to automatically mute your music and take a call over your car's stereo. Or, use your phone's supported voice activation to make calls without ever accessing it directly. A USB charging port ensures that your phone stays charged. This is the ideal alternative to installing Bluetooth in your car. Suggested retail price: $99.99. A2DP protocol required for wireless music streaming Kensington Car Charger Deluxe for iPhone and iPod (K33433US): The adjustable dock adapts to securely fit an iPod or iPhone with or without a case, while a flexible arm adjusts to ensure the optimal position. Put your iPhone in speaker mode and now you've got a hands-free cradle. Charges iPod models with dock connector and iPhone. Suggested retail price: $49.99 Exluding 3rd Generation iPod Kensington Bluetooth Stereo Headphones with Microphone (K33436US): A comfortable behind- the-head design offers a stylish way to listen to music or conversations, while Bluetooth technology provides the freedom of wireless compatibility with music phones or notebooks. Easy-to-access buttons on the headphones control audio playback and volume while also allowing users to answer calls with the push of a button. Skype compatible. Suggested retail price: $79.99. Product Availability The new Kensington Play it line is available for pre-order at Amazon.com and Kensington.com and will be available at other major retailers in March 2008.
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Posted by Mel at 05:18 PM
December 29, 2007
New iPhone Firmware 1.1.3 Shows Faux GPS and Other Cool Stuff
Gearlive is showing off some convincing screenshots of the new iPhone firmware 1.1.3. Arn over at Macrumors thinks they seem like functions Apple would do, even if the features don't line up with previous rumors: * The ability to send an SMS message to multiple people is now there * Google Maps application can now pinpoint your location using cell tower triangulation * Google Maps can now display the Hybrid map view * You can now drag and drop application icons on your home screen * The home screen supports pagination * You can now add web bookmarks to your home screen The proof is in the screenshots, which there are a few of below, but many more at Gearlive for you to investigate (As long as their site holds up). [Gearlive via MacRumors]
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Posted by Jim at 10:02 AM
December 23, 2007
AT&T's Top Ten Ringtones of the Year
And the award goes to...major corporations who are making a killing on ringtones. AT&T compiled a list of their top selling ringtones of the year, and while comfortably hiding their massive erections behind the podium, announced them to the world: 1. Shop Boyz - "Party Like a Rockstar" 2. Mims - "This Is Why I'm Hot" 3. Soulja Boy - "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" 4. Nickelback - "Rockstar" 5. Akon - "Don't Matter" 6. T-Pain - "Buy You A Drank (Shawty Snappin)" 7. Hurricane Chris - "A Bay Bay" 8. Sean Kingston - "Beautiful Girls" 9. Huey - "Pop, Lock & Drop It" 10. Fergie - "Big Girls Don't Cry" I can't wait until nobody gives a crap about these people anymore. Fergie, ten years from now on VH1 eating bon bons on her couch: "In 2007 I had the 10th best selling ringtone in AT&T, a lot of people forget that." [mobilemag]
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Posted by Greg at 11:10 AM
December 05, 2007
T-Mobile Customer Service Killed By Flooding in the Northwest [Waterlogged]
Our busybody brother Consumerist is reporting that T-Mobile's customer service is totally down and out for the time being thanks to some wrath-of-god flooding in the Pacific Northwest. Their soggy computers can't pull up customer info, apparently. It's been down since last night, though no word on when it'll be back up. [Consumerist, Image via Seattle Times]
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Posted by Peter at 01:10 PM
December 03, 2007
Andy Milonakis Shows Off His Blackberry Curve Drugs-Hiding Mod to Giz [Creative Gadget Usage]
Here's something I didn't expect to find when I checked my email this afternoon: a video by Andy Milonakis (of The Andy Milonakis Show fame) showing off his Blackberry Curve "mod" for Gizmodo readers. Thanks Andy! We hope you feel better and don't develop any sort of dependency on all that Ambien. [Youtube]
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Posted by Sean at 04:15 PM
November 21, 2007
German Court Rules iPhone Must Be Sold Contract-Free
European wireless provider Vodafone on Monday obtained a Court order that requires rival T-Mobile Germany to sell Apple Inc.'s iPhone handset to Germans without a service plan. [AppleInsider
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Posted by Jason at 09:59 AM
