Archive for the ‘Phone Gadgets’ Category
Tuesday, January 6th, 2009 |
The era of home phones is said to be over, as more and more cell phones manufacturers make their appearance on the market, exploiting every chance one can drive a benefit from. Nevertheless, this doesn’t mean that home phones are absent on the market, because this isn’t true, as there are still many people who believe in the power and the necessity of such devices.
The Share-a-Call Dual Handset Phone is what couples need to have in the midst of their homes, as it helps them share every little thing that happens to them, even the most unimportant ones like talking over the phone with friends and family. And if you have not to hide from your partner, then there is no reason for you to raise the eyebrow the way you do. Or it’s maybe the fact that you love to have as much privacy as you can and you can’t understand why you have to share your conversations with your dear one.
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If your child is in his first out-of-the-country excursion, with a couple of friends that you don’t know very well, then you are more than entitled to want to hear his voice at the end of each and every day. And talking to your offspring in the same time with your husband/wife it will save some money, I couldn’t agree more. Not to mention the fact that you hate talking on a speaker phone, as the conversation is always compromised, being very difficult to your child to understand whatever you might want to say.
The Share-a-Call comes with all sorts of benefits, eliminating disadvantages such as the volume loss or the clarity loss, allowing two people to hear a conversation in the same time and to be an active participant. This is a great solution for people who have hearing problem or for those who happen to need backup on a phone call. The keypad has easy-to-see numbers and there is also a special feature that allows a user to adjust the sound quality.
The only disadvantage is the price of this device: $99.95. Pretty much, I agree, but if cool home phones is what you like, then you must pay whatever it takes.
(Source: coolest-gadgets.com)
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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 |
Cell phones are the worst nightmare of landline phones, due to the features they’re equipped with combined with the functionality and the portability that gained people’s sympathy. In the given context, the preference that everyone expresses towards these innovative devices is understandable, if you think about it.
That is why today the landline phones are so very out of fashion and there’s no turning back whatsoever. Nevertheless, even if most of the people own at least one cell phone, there are companies like Bang & Olufsen that are tempted to persist in releasing antiquated wireless home phones. Antiquated as far as the functionality is concerned.
Anyway, the first thing that strikes the person who gets the chance to see it is the unusual shape. Let’s face it, these phones are not long, they are way too long. Released under the name of BeoCom 2, the cordless phones are claimed to be a challenge the conventions which were created over the time as far as the telephone design is concerned. The result is not only ridiculous, but also impractical when it comes to using it on a regular basis.
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The BeoCom 2 home phones are made of a single piece of aluminum which is converted into a gentle curved silhouette that is compatible with the human face. More than that, they are said to be very easy to pick up, very easy to handle and to operate. Besides the authentic voice reproduction and the stunning sound quality, there are plenty of convenient features such as Caller ID, Redial (you also have access to the latest 24 incoming and outgoing calls) and an electronic phonebook that is shared between handsets that are connected. A very interesting feature of the phonebook is the fact that it is created automatically, as you make and receive calls.
The Bang & Olufsen wireless home phones are available in six different colors, including white, blue, yellow, grey, black and natural aluminum. They are out in Korea at the moment and there is no information on the Stateside release.
(Source: Dvice)
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Monday, December 15th, 2008 |
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I’m not sure if the name Hugo Danti rings a bell for any of you, but if it doesn’t I’ll try to give you some hints in order to remember who this guy is and the context you’ve had the chance to hear about him. Hugo Danti is a Spanish designer specialized in Industrial Design who can call himself one of the luckiest men alive, as he’s the winner of the Nokia Open cell-phone concept competition that was held the last year.
It turns out that the designer has plenty of ingenious ideas prepared for the public which is always ready to taste the results of other people’s imagination. Therefore, his new device was presented under the name of Nokia Open Bracelet that seems to be an accessory, rather than a cell phone that is meant to make communication easier for you.
This is a fashion item, there’s no doubt about it, a bracelet that is adorned with silver elements. In addition, the device is equipped with a small circular display that shows the lets you know whether you have an incoming call, using a message that consists of colored codes. If hot colors appear on the display, then your mother must be calling, checking you up, or dear friends that you have neglected in the last couple of weeks. If, on the other hand, you have some cold colors in front of your eyes, be sure that you’ll have the least idea of who’s calling you and what the certain person might want from you. Strangers in the mood for playing games.
But there’s more. The bracelet cell phone can also be used as a digital clock or as a digital display that you can use to reproduce images, after transferring them via Bluetooth from your mobile phone. Whether that or using it like a fashion accessory, the Nokia Open Bracelet is surely a concept phone that you’d love to become reality.
(Source: cellphonebeat.com)
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Saturday, December 13th, 2008 |
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I remember the first cell phone my father decided to buy when these unusual devices first made their appearance in my country. I say unusual because a cordless phone that allows you to communicate with your dearest ones was something that we had the chance to see only in science-fiction movies. It was not only enormous, with a peculiar silhouette, but it was so lousy feature-equipped, that the only thing you could do with it was to, well, make phone calls. Which is, as a matter of fact, the fundamental function of a phone, right? The monochromatic display was far from giving him the chance to experience the ultimate visual experience, like all cell phones do today.
An integrated camera, you ask? You’ve got to be kidding me! Not in even in his wildest dreams, even if the device was a Nokia, after all. A camera is a must have nowadays, and I’m sure you all know that. It’s stupid, if you ask me, because when something tries to incorporate several different devices, the result can be spectacular. If someone wants to take pictures and is crazy about photography, then that certain someone should buy a camera. It makes sense…
Anyway, the JingPeng E1181 comes with something new. It allows the user to completely detach the camera and the rechargeable battery. The detachable wireless digital camera which is being recharged automatically by the cell phone is the perfect tool for those who want to spy on all sorts of things, from objects to people. The only thing you should do is to detach it from the phone and hide in the most convenient place, streaming video from a range of 30 feet (meaning 10 meters). But fear no more, the camera also works when it’s attached to the phone.
As for the specs, they include: a 3.0-inch vibrant color display which is also touch sensitive, dual-band (900/1800 MHz), dual SIM card support and dual network stand-by, Bluetooth V2.0, support for A2DP stereo, expandable memory with transflash TF up to 4GV, 300k pixels camera with a resolution of 640×480 pixels (additionally 80k pixels with a resolution of 320×240), an integrated FM radio tuner and support for voice recording.
The device comes with the following accessories included: earphone headset, USB data charging cable and stylus and it’s available for $155.
(Source: coolest-gadgets.com)
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Thursday, December 11th, 2008 |
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I’ve seen that admitting to never have heard about Jabra headphones is some sort of a blasphemy. Doing some research, I discovered that Jabra Corporation, founded back in 1983 as Narcom Electronics Corporation, by inventor and entrepreneur Elwood “Woody†Norris, is a manufacturer of headsets for cell phones and other applications which are owned by GN Netcom, a Danish-based company. I haven’t got the least idea about Jabra, but now I know.
Two days ago, GN Netcom announced the launch of two brand new Jabra Bluetooth headsets, the M5390 USB and the BT530 USB Multiuse. Being so lightweight, you are able to live the most comfortable audio experience of them all. A great thing about these headsets is that they are compatible with eight devices, such as PDAs, cell phones and wideband PC soft-phones. On the other hand, you can use them with two devices simultaneously, so if the headset is connected to a mobile phone and a wideband PC soft-phone, you’ll be able to answer the phone that is ringing, no matter which one it is, using the same headset. If, on the other hand, the two devices the headsets are paired to are a computer and a phone, you’re allowed to listen to your favorite music on the PC and answer the phone, without having to change headsets.
When it comes to the features, the Jabra M5390 USB works with mobile and PC-based soft-phones, but there are versions that are compatible with standard desk phones also. The specs include: plug-and-play Bluetooth connectivity to PC or VoIP, Jabra PC Suite with e-hook functionality for Microsoft Office Communicator, Skype and Cisco IP Communicator, wideband audio and a microphone that has a noise cancellation feature, true wideband sound quality, two wearing styles (earhook and headband). The Jabra M5390 has a foot range of up to 200 feet and provides up to 6 hours of talk time and up to 60 hours of dtand-by time.
The Jabra BT530 USB, on the other hand, is equipped with a noise cancellation feature that is meant to eliminate background noise. The features include: plug-and-play Bluetooth adapter for PC applications and soft-phones, the same Jabra PC Suite that has VoIP functionality for Skype, Cisco and Microsoft Office Communicator. Pairing with 8 devices, this third generation ear gel design can be found in three different sizes which can be worn in the manner you most like, with or without the earhook. Weighing 0.35 ounces, the headset provides up to 5.5 hours of talk time, up to 250 hours of standby time and up to 33 feet as far as the foot range is concerned.
If you’re interested in purchasing these Jabra Bluetooth headsets, the BT530 has a retail price of $129 and is currently shipping. The other device, on the other hand, the M5390, has a retail price of $191 and is expected to start shipping from January, 2009.
(Source: coolest-gadgets.com)
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