Lenovo appears interested in making a splash early this year, with the recent announcement of a new LTE smartphone
and now this pair of displays – the ThinkVision Pro2840m, a high-end
28-inch pro monitor, and the ThinkVision 28, which Lenovo calls a
"smarter display" that doubles as an Android-powered entertainment
center. Read More
A good book can change your life ... and your brain
By Brian Dodson
January 5, 2014
Stories, whether fact or fiction, are at the
heart of human culture. A strong narrative can resonate with your
personality and experiences, and help set a framework for your future.
"That book changed my life" is a cherished maxim. So can a book change
your brain too? A recent study led by Emory University's Gregory Berns
has demonstrated that reading a novel produces physical changes in the
brain similar to those that would result from living as one or more of
the characters. Read More
Following on from its collaborations with designer Neil Poulton on its Rugged Hard Disk
and Phillippe Starck for its Blade Runner disk, LaCie has looked to
France-based manufacturer of fine silverware, Christofle, to add a touch
of class to its latest hard drive offering, the LaCie Sphère Read More
Compact personal mobility vehicles
are a great option for commuters looking to solve the "last mile"
problem. The latest such vehicle to hit the streets aimed at filling
this need is the Urb-E from Urban Mobility, which claims it is the
"world's most compact electric vehicle." Read More 
China-based electronics giant Lenovo is set to
showcase its new series of smartphones at CES, including its first
LTE-enabled handset, the Vibe Z. The company launched six models
at last years event, and is looking to continue its expansion into
market's outside China by unveiling another four devices this week. Read More
The Power Pillow consists of a
battery pack encased within a soft cushion that allows you to charge
your smartphones and tablets while relaxing on your sofa. When not in
use, the Power Pillow hides the battery pack in a safe, easily located
place. Read More 
Following on from the Sport Quattro Concept
that debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show last September, Audi has
continued the evolution of the classic Sport Quattro of the early 80s.
The new Sport Quattro Laserlight concept, which will be unveiled at this
week's CES, borrows from the R18 e-tron Quattro LMP1 race car unveiled last month and sticks lasers where the headlamps used to be. Read More
For years now, the annual Consumer Electronics
Show held each January in Las Vegas has been all about the latest in
technology, and this year will be no different, but for the first time,
fashion could play an important role in the show's biggest takeaways, as
wearable technology takes center stage at CES 2014.
That's just one of the many categories that Gizmag's team will be going
hands (or heads or arms...) on with from the floor of the Las Vegas
Convention Center and other venues around Sin City this week. Here's a
preview of what we expect to make waves at the world's biggest tech
show. Read More
Samsung has unveiled its latest mirrorless camera, the NX30. A follow-up to the previously flagship NX20,
the new camera boasts a series of substantial upgrades including better
autofocusing, a tiltable EVF, and easy wireless connectivity with NFC.
Samsung also announced a new line of premium S lenses for NX cameras,
which will launch with the introduction of a 16-50-mm F2-F2.8 zoom. Read More
Last year saw a rise in brain-controlled
interfaces allowing users to control devices with their thoughts (read
more about it in our overview of 2013’s scientific innovations).
But unless you have access to a research lab, you may be forced to rely
on EEG monitoring devices that close off access to data, or restrict
how you can use sensors. The OpenBCI project on Kickstarter aims to
address these problems with an EEG platform that simplifies viewing and
utilizing brainwaves, for researchers and hobbyists alike. Read More
An international team of scientists
has made a breakthrough in the magnetic manipulation of nanoparticles
that could lead to a big boost for small scale digital storage in
portable devices. Read More
Humidifiers generally require the
user to judge the amount of humidity needed to keep the dryness out of
the air in their current surroundings, but roolen is aiming to change
that with the introduction of its Breath model, which automatically
optimizes moisture for a room. Read More
Following Google's announcement last September,
Toshiba's Digital Products Division has now confirmed that the company
is joining the Haswell Chromebook party with a model of its very own.
The Toshiba Chromebook is the first to feature a 13-inch HD display,
offers dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and promises day-long battery life.
Read More
At CES this week, GPS giant Garmin has added a
new HD camera to its growing line. The Dash Cam mounts to any car's
windshield, taking footage of the drive and acting as a data recorder in
the event of a collision or other incident. Read More
Since landing in India in September of 2011,
social venture Wello has carried out extensive research in an effort to
improve the efficiency of water transport and storage in developing
countries. For many people living in these areas the chore of walking
long distances while carrying buckets of water is inefficient, dangerous
and counter-productive. The team's work has culminated in what it
believes could form part of a solution, a prototype for a pushable
high-quality plastic container dubbed the WaterWheel. Read More
Pentagon looks to the next 25 years of robot warriors
By David Szondy
January 6, 2014
Last month, the US Pentagon pulled out its
crystal ball and released a report that presents a blueprint of what it
sees as the future of military robots over the next quarter of a
century. It projects likely developments in new unmanned technologies
against a background of shrinking budgets and shifting strategic
policies, and how the dramatic development and expansion of military
unmanned systems requires large-scale consolidation and development to
exploit the technology’s full potential. Read More
For years now we've been hearing about the dawn
of the age of the "connected car." Today General Motors announced
details on how it will be taking the phrase literally with its planned
rollout of new models that will come with an optional OnStar 4G LTE
connection. Read More
Aerospace is one of the industries set to benefit from the 3D printing revolution, with last year's test of 3D-printed rocket engine components
by NASA being just one example of the shape of things to come. Now BAE
Systems has revealed that 3D-printed functional components designed and
produced by engineers at the Royal Air Force (RAF) Marham military
airbase have flown for the first time in Tornado fighter jets taking off
from BAE Systems' company airfield at Warton in Lancashire. Read More
Hyundai has demonstrated a Google Glassware app
that enhances the features of its cloud-based Blue Link remote control
and infotainment system. Hyundai's 2015 Hyundai Genesis sedan will be
the first in the Korean automaker's fleet to take advantage of the new
technology designed for users of wearable gadgets, such as Google Glass. Read More
3D Systems targets families with sub-$1,000 3D printer
By Nick Lavars
January 6, 2014
After first catching our attention with its out-of-the-box Cubify 3D printer
back in 2012, 3D Systems is again looking to make inroads beyond the
hobby market with its family-oriented Cube 3. Announced at CES today,
the new sub-US$1,000 unit undercuts the $1,299 price of last year's Cube
2, while also upping maximum creation size and adding a new mobile app
for more convenient printing. Read More
OLED technology has already enabled LG and Samsung to produce TVs with curved displays,
but now LG has gone one step further with the unveiling of an OLED TV
with a changeable curvature. Revealed at CES, the TV is the latest salvo
in the ongoing TV battle between the two Korean electronics giants.
Read More
Netatmo's JUNE bracelet adds touch of style to UV monitoring
By Stu Robarts
January 6, 2014
There's no doubt that UV-monitoring wristbands like the UVeBand and UVA+B Sunfriend
are a good idea for those spending some time in the sun. But most favor
function over fashion, which is why Netatmo, a company known for its
range of weather stations,
has launched JUNE, a UV-tracking bracelet and accompanying app aimed at
helping users to better manage their sun exposure and look fashionable
doing it. Read More
You're a rough, tough [insert manly occupational
title here], so what are ya doing using a delicate smartphone designed
for latte-sippin' yuppies? If your answer is "Good question," then you
might be interested in the new B100 phone from Cat ... and yes, that's
as in "Caterpillar." Read More
Last July, Corning announced that germ-killing glass
for mobile device screens could be less than two years away. Well,
things are apparently progressing quickly. Yesterday, the company
unveiled its Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass – although you can't
buy a phone that features it quite yet. Read More
I don't know about you, but I know that when I
pop out on my electric skateboard to do a spot of shopping, I always
find myself thinking "hello – this would even more exciting with three
fewer wheels." Apparently the people at California's Future Motion
agree, judging from the Onewheel electric skateboard they've cooked up
that is, cunningly named after the number of wheels it has (i.e. one).
Read More
Nikon announces entry-level D3300 and development of D4S
By Simon Crisp
January 7, 2014
Nikon has revealed its latest entry-level DSLR,
the D3300. The new camera has a 24-megapixel sensor without an optical
low pass filter, uses the new EXPEED 4 image processor and will come
with a new small and retractable standard zoom kit lens. At the other
end of the DSLR line-up, Nikon has also announced the development of
D4S, its next flagship DSLR. Read More
Every smartwatch we've used so far has played the role of companion device.
They may allow you to leave your smartphone in your pocket a little
more often, but they're still a ways off from letting you cut those
smartphone strings altogether. At CES 2014, we just got some hands-on time with the Neptune Pine, a smartwatch that can actually replace your phone. Read More
Toyota fuel cell car set for 2015 global release
By Stu Robarts
January 7, 2014
Amongst the incremental improvements seen at CES,
Toyota has announced its notable and progressive intention to begin
selling hydrogen powered cars starting next year. Roll-out will begin in
California initially and will continue around the world, it has
confirmed. Read More
Commercial space company Space Exploration
Technologies (SpaceX) has launched a second satellite into a
geostationary transfer orbit. Its Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Space
Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral in Florida and successfully
delivered a TV and telecoms satellite for Thai-based communications
provider Thaicom into position. Read More
WiTricity wireless charging system ready for market
By Grant Banks
January 7, 2014
Gizmag has followed the development of the
resonant wireless power transfer technology WiTricty since it was first
theorized in 2007. Now it appears the technology is only one step away
from being available to consumers with the developers seeing take-up by
original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company has also displayed a
wireless charging system designed for the iPhone 5 as proof of the
capability and readiness of the technology for market. Read More
Apogee outs JAM 96k guitar interface and MiC 96k microphone
By Paul Ridden
January 7, 2014
Apogee Electronics has released high audio quality updates to its JAM guitar interface
and MiC microphone, which were introduced in 2011, the former as part
of Apple's keynote presentation for the iPad 2 and GarageBand suite. The
company says that the new JAM 96k has been designed to mimic the kind
of magic you get when you plug your guitar into a tube amp, and promises
studio-quality instrument sound whether you're practicing, recording,
or jamming. The MiC 96k retains the same look and feel of the original,
but offers much higher resolution recording opportunities. Read More
Intel used its keynote presentation at CES to
focus on wearable technology, with Chief Executive Brian Krzanich
providing a whistlestop tour of wearable devices that the company will
be rolling out. Products touched on included a wearable baby monitor,
some smart earbuds and an always-on headset. Read More
Best gadgets and gear for fighting (and embracing) winter
By C.C. Weiss
January 7, 2014
Winter has officially set in across the Northern
Hemisphere, bringing with it feet of snow and record-breaking low
temperatures across the US. That doesn't mean that you have to pen
yourself indoors for the entire season and pray for Punxsutawney Phil to
go blind, however. We've got some of the latest winter gadgets and
gizmos to help you brave the cold, frost and snow. Read More
An international team of scientists
has made a breakthrough in the magnetic manipulation of nanoparticles
that could lead to a big boost for small scale digital storage in
portable devices. Read More
Sony today announced its cloud gaming service
Playstation Now, which will enable users to access Playstation titles on
demand via various consoles. While the road towards cloud gaming has
been an uncertain one at times (evidenced by OnLive's
near bankruptcy in 2012), today's unveiling at CES makes it a clear
that Sony sees a bright future for on-demand gaming. Read More
In an effort to make it easier for Android to
enter vehicles, major players in the auto and technology industries,
including Google, Audi, GM, Honda, Hyndai and NVIDIA, have come together
to form the Open Automotive Alliance. Their goal is to make Android the
standard that will form the basis of the connected car and develop new
Android features that will help transform the car into an "Android
device." Read More
JVC gives its latest Everio camcorders the ruggedized treatment
By Nick Lavars
January 7, 2014
After introducing its "Quad-Proof" technology on its ADIXXION
camcorder in 2012, JVC has brought the ruggedized feature set to its
latest Everio models. The Everio GZ-R70 and GZ-R10 are dust-proof, water
resistant to 5 m (16.4 ft), drop-proof from a height of 1.5 m (4.9 ft)
and freeze-proof to temperatures as low as -10° C (14° F). Read More
Humidifiers generally require the
user to judge the amount of humidity needed to keep the dryness out of
the air in their current surroundings, but roolen is aiming to change
that with the introduction of its Breath model, which automatically
optimizes moisture for a room. Read More
Earlier this week, Pebble kicked off CES 2014 by announcing a high-end version of its popular smartwatch called Pebble Steel.
Today we had the pleasure of sitting down with Pebble and taking the
new watch for a test-drive. Read on for our early impressions. Read More
SwatchMate Cube lets you capture and reproduce colors
By Ben Coxworth
January 7, 2014
Have you ever seen something while you were out
walking around, and thought "That's just the color I'd like to paint my
living room"? Well, if you had a SwatchMate Color Capturing Cube, you
could act on that thought. It lets you sample colors as you come across
them, so you can exactly reproduce them on a graphics program or even in
a paint store. Read More
Today at CES saw MakerBot going big, literally,
with its announcement of three new 3D printers, the largest being the
Replicator Z18 named after its impressive 18-inch print height. Of the
two other models announced today, the Replicator upgrades the company’s
“prosumer” offering, and the Replicator Mini is designed with students,
educators, and workplaces in mind. Read More
The all-new Chevy Corvette Stingray
is the most powerful standard Corvette ever. To help roadway artists
see what type of driving masterpiece they can sculpt from that power
base, Chevy has designed a new Performance Data Recorder specifically
for the Stingray. The integrated device captures HD video from the
driver's point of view and keeps track of things like speed,
acceleration and lap times. Read More
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