Archive for December, 2004

Beyond Microwave Oven

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 31st, 2004 by Chief Gizmateer [e-mail, website]

Microwave ovens make cooking a breeze, but even though they’re quick, sometimes it’s hard to know exactly what “half-power” means on your microwave, and who can always remember how long to cook those frozen meals? The Beyond Microwave Oven takes all the guesswork out of microwave cooking, letting you cook meals perfectly and […]

The Year in Technology - 2004

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 31st, 2004 by Chief Gadgeteer [e-mail, website]

By Cynthia L. Webb, washingtonpost.com Staff Writer
Will 2004 be remembered as the year the technology sector grew up? There are plenty of reasons to think so. From Silicon Valley darling Google coming out of its cocoon in the biggest IPO since the tech bust, to the mainstreaming of open-source software and the rise […]

Battery-Operated Corkscrew

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 30th, 2004 by Chief Gizmateer [e-mail, website]

Perfect for opening a bottle on New Year’s Eve! If you enjoy drinking wine but have a history of broken or floating corks, the Battery-Operated Corkscrew is now available to ease your embarrassment. Just press the corkscrew’s tip against the center of the cork, touch the button and voila! It uncorks itself, […]

The smart way to reading tech reviews

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 30th, 2004 by Chief Gadgeteer [e-mail, website]

By Ian Tan
Ian Tan has written a guide on the art of reading reviews so that consumers can become more discerning buyers.

D-Link Power over Ethernet Adapter

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 29th, 2004 by Chief Gizmateer [e-mail, website]

D-Link’s DWL-P200 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Adapter delivers both data and electrical power to Ethernet-enabled devices using a single Ethernet cable.

Computer Jargon and Computer Users

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 29th, 2004 by Chief Gadgeteer [e-mail, website]

By Alistair Dabbs
If you speak it, they will listen. Somewhere between the twin evils of jargonising and patronising lies a promised land where ordinary users care what you tell them because at last they understand you. What’s the difference between a hi-tech digital gadget and a technical author? One is complicated and requires a […]

DMC Intercom/Sound System for Whole-House Audio and Communication

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 28th, 2004 by Chief Gizmateer [e-mail, website]

Monitor and communicate with your family through an intercom that acts as a full sound system. Program through the master station, which controls intercom functionality at the room and weather-resistant patio stations, which can in turn control the system’s music power, volume and up to four music sources. Speak to visitors through the door […]

HDTV: Everything you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 28th, 2004 by Chief Gadgeteer [e-mail, website]

By J. Freedom du Lac — Bee Staff Writer
This Q & A styled article explores the ‘mysteries’ of HDTV technology.

Digital Picture Frame plus MP3 Player

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 27th, 2004 by Chief Gizmateer [e-mail, website]

Have you always wanted a way to display all of your digital photos? Well, now you have it! Introducing the Digital Picture Frame by EDGE!
This product is a must-have for the digital picture aficionado. The Digital Picture Frame by EDGE allows you to easily display all of your favorite digital photos […]

Next year’s top gadgets

Bookmark/e-Mail | Posted Dec 27th, 2004 by Chief Gadgeteer [e-mail, website]

By Roland Tellzen and Vince Blake
AS the Christmas gadget shopping frenzy hits its stride, technology manufacturers already have their minds on what will be the must-have gizmos of 2005. IT Alive’s gadget hounds have peered into the crystal ball to nominate their gadget highlights of the next year in the following categories: Games, Digital […]

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