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I found these photos in a local antique store in Salt Lake City and I knew that I HAD to have them. It’s obvious that these people are so proud of their RCA Spectra 70. Here is a little more information on this particular computer. RCA Spectra 70 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The RCA Spectra 70 was a line of electronic data processing (EDP) equipment manufactured by the Radio Corporation of America’s computer division beginning in April 1965. The Spectra 70 line included several CPU models, various configurations of core memory, mass-storage devices, terminal equipment, and a variety of specialized interface equipment. (Read the full post about ‘We Are So Proud Of Our RCA Spectra 70′…)

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IntelliScanner Corporation is no stranger to the scanner scene, having picked up numerous awards for its range of scanners and software that help organize a whole lot of stuff for busy executives. Macworld is the place where IntelliScanner decided to have its IntelliScanner mini cubed unveiled, and it comes packaged in a delectable metallic cube for easy storage. What makes the IntelliScanner mini cubed special is it offers personalized asset tags and new software features for managing home assets. More on the device right after the jump. The IntelliScanner mini cubed might be small on price and size (it starts at just $179 - don’t balk at it yet until you hear me out), but it is big on performance. (Read the full post about ‘IntelliScanner mini cubed unveiled at Macworld’…)

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It’s not the case of either-or with the iLuv iMM183, because this device is a Dual iphone Alarm Clock with FM Radio. This essentially means that you can hook on two iPhones or either an iPhone and an ipod combo simultaneously. The included remote lets you navigate your playlist or you can simply stick to the good old FM radio. Added bonus is the weather warning system, which seems appropriate during theses snowstorm days! (Read the full post about ‘iLuv iMM183 Alarm Clock with FM Radio docks iPod and iPhone together’…)

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With strict laws being enforced in many countries around the world concerning the ban of cell phone usage while driving (unless you use a hands-free kit or a Bluetooth headset, of course), many people have already picked up either one solution although there are some who decide to take their chances in getting a ticket by flouting the law while keeping a sharp eye out for the men in uniform. We say you’d best make the switch, after all, how are you going to explain to a heartbroken family in your moment of carelessness on the phone while you’re behind the wheel and knock somebody down? Folks who own an iphone have yet another option for a hands-free experience - this time round it is courtesy of Hearin (Read the full post about ‘Comply NR-101 High Tech Noise Reduction Earphones’…)

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Remember the cute Wall-E robot-esque 3D webcam that was just a prototype two months ago? It is ready to have its first public showing at the Consumer Electronics Association show later this week and start retailing on Amazon.com. The attractive red webcam, Minoru, requires special 3D glasses to view the feed from two cameras spaced roughly the same distance apart as the human eye. Images from the two cameras are mixed together to create the 3D effect. Minoru will be available from Amazon.com for $90. Created by British designer David Holder, the 3D webcam can stand or sit on a desk, or perch on a monitor. Each order comes with five pairs of special colored glasses. (Read the full post about ‘Minoru 3D Webcam Comes To Life’…)

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Roku digital video player is expanding its horizons. The company is moving beyond Netfix and has added Amazon.com as a new partner to its streaming movie service. Amazon.com said Monday its users will be able to rent and watch movies and TV episodes from its Video On Demand store via the Roku digital video player. The Roku player, which costs $100, will allow users to see rented movies and shows anytime on the player itself or online. The move should make the Roku player much more valuable. If Roku can add more partnerships it could put the player a step ahead of competitors. Netflix rival BlockBuster also has a streaming video box, while Apple has had movie rentals available through Apple TV. (Read the full post about ‘Roku Moves Beyond Netflix, Says Hello To Amazon’…)

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I have one of the later models of iLuv and so far have found it extremely convenient.  Especially since I tend to flake on charging my iPod.  Well now iLuv is offering a new gadget for us to drool over.  This one has found its way to this year’s CES and won’t be out for a few more months, but they at least released a  few details to draw in our interest.  The dock has all the usual convenient speccs but with one extra to sweeten the deal.  One great perk is that  iMM183 will work with both your iphone and iPod at the same time.  That is as long as you have a 4th Gen or later ipod. (Read the full post about ‘The iLuv iPhone Dual Dock with weather alerts’…)

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Oops! More CES leaks, this time an official press release from Kodak. The company has a few treats in store — a new weather-resistant mini camcorder, and a pair of new stills cameras, clocking in at 10 and 12 megapixels. All products have two things in common. They have terrible, letter-jumble names, and they are ugly. Really ugly. The Z980 (above) is the 12MP still camera. Stoundout features are the detachable vertical grip with second shutter release and a 24x optical zoom complete with image stabilization (for when you actually use that zoom). Price: $400, plus a few bucks for the paper bag to cover its ugly face. The ZX1 is the name for the new ruggedized videocam, seen below. (Read the full post about ‘Leaked Kodak Cameras Expected to Sweep ‘CES Ugliest’ Awards’…)

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Everyone has dealt with those days where you’re running around and doing other things so much that you forget all about the load of laundry you put into the washer or dryer.  Then you come back and they’re either overly wrinkly or mildewed.  Now luckily dryers do have buzzers, however, if you have a house where the washer and dryer are away from the main living area, then that’s really not helpful.  Frankly, leaving your laundry to sit might be a rare occurrence, or one that happens every single time you do a load of laundry.  Either way, someone has decided to create a hi-tech fix that will work on even the most archaic dryer. (Read the full post about ‘Washing Machine project lets it Twitter when finished’…)

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Honda announced the sales in Japan of the all-new Life from November 7, 2008. Continuing a tradition of superior comfort and utility, the new Honda Life offers enhanced drivability and is the first minicar in Japan to include an audio system with a backup camera as standard equipment. In addition, a special mobility-assistive version of Life with lift-up front passenger seat will go on sale December 5. ECO lamps on both sides of the dashboard help drivers refine driving habits for enhanced fuel economy.The all-new Honda Life was developed with the concept of “daily smile technology” to achieve a level of drivability and utility customers can enjoy in their everyday lives. (Read the full post about ‘Honda All-New Life-World’s first automobile to offer a driver-side i-SRS airbag system with continuously staged inflation’…)

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