Ride Solo with the Electric eniCycle

Segways were and to many still are a beacon of futuristic tech. While the general public who aren’t quit as geeky as you or may still see Segway’s as brand spankin’ new futuristic technology, we both know that it is time to move on to something bigger and better. Advancement often comes quick in the gadget world. So where do you go after the Segway? The Electric eniCycle…that’s where. Rip a wheel off of a Segway and get ready for a whole new way to ride on a wheel. Consisting of a simple wheel attached to a seat all nicely balanced by a self-balancing gyroscope system, the eniCycle will certainly enable you to stand out from the rest of the crowd the next time you go wheeling around in public. While it looks like it would be hard to ride and take a great deal of practice to master let alone wobble a few feet, Aleksander Polutnik, the Slovenian inventor claims that anyone can become masters of the eniCycle within 30 minutes — no small claim by any means. Though, until I have a ride for myself I find it slightly hard to believe. Pricing information is as of right now, a tad elusive though expect to pay for the latest in self-balancing, people moving technology. A video of the eniCycle in action is right inside.

Backwards compatibility no more — PS3 Slim also 30+% slimmer software wise

While have mixed emotions about the PS3 Slim (love the new price, pretty much hate the cheap looking plastic crap they covered it in), I’m not so excited about the loss of PS2 backwards compatibility. Yes I know that PS2′s are still dominating sales charts, but I would assume a big part for that is because of the PS3′s higher price tag up until a few days ago. Though Sony also claims that most of the PS3′s usage goes towards Blue-ray movies and next gen PS3 games. Still, many such as myself love popping in a golden oldie every once in a while to re-live the glory days and don’t want to deal with cable switching or even pressing a button on an actual switch to toggle between systems. Coupled with the fact that the PS3′s two other competitors offer backwards compatibility, this new found software diet isn’t something I take lightly.

I chalk this up to a poor business model on Sony’s end. If you can’t figure out how to make a new system cater to the old and new while being competitive and innovative, it’s time to clean out the closet and hire some new people. But that’s just me. Many will continue on through life never thinking twice about the abilities now gone from the new, slimmer PS3. I will remember however, the next I have to hop back to my PS2 to play an old title…I will remember.

Source: Engadget, Joystiq

Sears now selling hi tech baby part roaster?

From the department of “someone’s getting fired”, either Sears has a sick sense of humor….or they have a sick sense of humor. Still, the mentally lacking side of my brain still manages to conjure up a small chuckle from within. Perhaps Apple and Sears can do a combo sale of Baby Shaker/Grill? Am I chuckling alone? If you want to check it out for yourself, it’s currently listed under “Human Cooking > Grills to Cook Babies and More > Body Part Roaster.”

**UpdateWell that was quick…Sears took it down already. Thank god for photographic evidence.

Source: TMZ

Wi-Fan: Stay cool and look geeky just like your great grandmother

Being connected in the digital age is obviously a major goal of many. For many a gadgety geek like us, a simple power outage is like a death sentence. Being disconnected from the grid/outside world instantly closes our window to the world and we become trapped. Trapped inside of a small geographic location. The Wi-Fan, while not able to help you in any way from the just mentioned problem, uses a universally known symbol that represents cordless freedom to keep you cool when then temps rise and the power dies. Modeled after WiFi symbols, Wi-Fan is made from durable plastic to give you the best man made breeze possible. If you’re diggin’ this old school air conditioner, stop by ATYPYK and have a looksie.

Source: Walyou

Switch to the “New, Safer Internet Explorer 8″ so says Yahoo [Puke]

Firefox users and Yahoo frequenters, do you see anything different when mixing the two previously mentioned items? Look a little closer. If you’re using Firefox and navigating Yahoo, take a look at Microsoft’s Yahoo’s new suggestion: “Switch to the new, safer Internet Explorer 8″. Well, there’s a few problems with this suggestion. First, IE 8 is newer, but not brand spanking new. Second, safer is debatable. And third, IE 8 while one of the more recent browsers to be released, is by far the slowest POS currently available that doesn’t come anywhere close to properly following web standards. Does Microsoft’s new deal with Yahoo have anything to do with this? Some individuals are saying this is nothing new and that it has been going on since before the deal. Though remember, just because the deal was recently closed doesn’t mean they haven’t been in talks for months.

My my how times change. Why just one short year ago, the tune Yahoo was singing was a complete 180 of what they’re humming now — advising users to switch to the newer, safer Firefox. Humorous? Yes. Should you follow Yahoo’s advice? Hell no. Have a good laugh, fire up Firefox and head on over to Yahoo.

Source: Tech Crunch

Super secure your data with the Padlock Encrypted Hard Drive.

Maybe the Personal Safe Flash drive doesn’t hold enough data for your liking. Do you need gigs upon gigs of secure storage? Where the Personal Safe flash drive falls short, the Padlock Encrypted Hard Drive excels. What truly makes this drive a secure powerhouse is that it is secured at the hardware level meaning that if a half-way intelligent thief rip the drive out of the case, your data will still be secured by either 128 or 256 bit encryption. Adding a further monkey wrench into any prying eyes can be easily accomplished by activating an admin password that can be set to override the original code!

Of course, what good is a portable hard drive if you have to carry a dozen different cables. Thankfully this miniature Fort Knox in a case is bus powered meaning all the juice and data transferring you can handle are taken care of by a solitary cable. Said cable retracts into the case for the ultimate low profile design when toting this thing around. Rounding out the list of notable features is the addition of shock proof mounts meaning that this drive is up to experiencing real life and isn’t just meant to sit on the desk and look pretty. Windows and OS X are both supported so it doesn’t matter which side of the fence you’re on, your data is good to go. As far as pricing goes, there are a few choices. If you want to dip your toe into the whole encrypted data scene, the 128 bit, 250 GB hard drive will set you back $100. Though if you’re extra paranoid and/or have a mountain of data, the 256 bit, 500GB hard drive runs $160 and may be more to your liking.

So what will it be, the Personal Safe Flash drive or the Padlock Encrypted Drive?

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Source: Wired, Macworld

Keep your data locked down with the Personal Safe Pocket Drive

For most users who need light to medium security, a simple password protected folder will suffice. But for those who are in the market for some heavy duty security and want a good solid “physical” safety to fall back on will find just that in the Personal Safe Pocket Drive. The real draw here is 9-number keypad on the drive itself. I’m sure you can assume where this is going. In order to actually access anything on the drive, the correct keycode will need to be entered, after which all of your precious 1′s and 0′s are yours for the taking. While not a real feature, wouldn’t it be cool if after a certain number of wrong attempts the device self destructed (of course as not to injure anyone outside of a set distance…say 5 feet)? A self destruction feature would definitely up the security factor and the coolness factor! Though such things are illegal. Moving on, back here in reality world, the 256-bit AES encryption will have to hold you over until those self destructing drives become legal. If you’re ready to drop the greenery needed, Thumbs Up UK is your place. Oh yeah, plan to send £59.99 ($99) across the pond in order to get your Personal Safe.

Source: Geeky-Gadgets