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Read more Entertainment , Gadgets , Gizmodo UK We have all made 'gadget purchasing errors', for want of a better phrase, in our time but just what are the worst gadgets in the nation? A pool of 4,500 UK ... via Gizmodo UK

Moving on up a bit, the TomTom XL 330 boasts a 4.3-inch widescreen display, and is also available in an XL 330S text-to-speech model. via Engadget

A pedometer is a pedometer is a pedometer, right? Wrong! The Seiko SlimStick certainly brings about a whole new dimension to your day-to-day exercise regime as it boasts modern dual-axis accelerometers that ... via Ubergizmo

What looks like a first generation iPod nano at first glance is actually the Newman Momo-X2 MP3 player that features an interesting N-shaped pad for its controls. via Ubergizmo

Apparently the firm has tweaked its 301 motion platform to actually control the kart in the SNES hit, and the rider's chair even leaps up along with Mario, Peach or any other jumping character you choose. via Engadget

Just in time for the beach season comes 'Wii Fit,' an interactive fitness game for the Nintendo Wii video game console. via Springfield News Leader

Electric bikes seem to be getting the popular vote these days, and the new Electric Motion Systems E+ bike is another addition to a growing list. via Ubergizmo

Ping pong is a sport that requires great skill, but Mike has actually managed to condense the game into an audio version , and it sure looks like fun! When you put on the headphones, you hear a sound that is ... via Ubergizmo

Bikers, take note! TomTom has rolled out an updated version of TomTom Rider 2nd Edition with features that are available in its in-car devices such as TomTom Map Share as well as pre-installed Tele Atlas maps ... via Ubergizmo

Posted by Jason Dunn in "Digital Home Talk" @ 08:00 AM All our gizmos and gadgets need power, and for the most part I only get grumpy about power issues when it's time to go away on a business or personal trip. via Pocket PC Thoughts

That includes gray, black, pink and gold , each of which are limited to between 150 and 300 units and cost $35 each. via Engadget

The Diamond turns out to be the successor to that very device, lacking a physical keyboard and relying almost exclusively on a large, glossy touchscreen for user input; the Raphael meanwhile features a full ... via Engadget

Sony Ericsson's upcoming P5 cell phone has experienced more information leaks, this time we know that the handset will run on UIQ 3.3 and feature a secondary video call camera , GPS navigation, a 5 megapixel ... via Ubergizmo

Hanyoung Lee's Virtual Wall concept draws up a barrier consisting of plasma laser beams, depicting pedestrians crossing the road. via Ubergizmo

Targus has a new portable speaker design known as the Portable Speaker Book, targeting the growing MP3 market. via Ubergizmo

Iogear has a new external video card for the masses known as the USB 2.0 External DVI Video Card . via Ubergizmo

Although late, it's still a boon for those of us running WiFi-less HTC Touch Duals, for example. via Engadget

“Middle school is harder. Why is that?”

Talk Back: Post a comment on this article By Grayson Kamm First Coast News JACKSONVILLE, FL -- Here's the answer: Professors are using this gadget at the University of North Florida to get their students more ... via First Coast News

“Every single market we're going [into], we're seeing significant growth in revenues across the board”

IN THE PAPERS In the papers 16 April 16-04-2008 by Sylvia Leatham Start-up Cuill gets EUR25m in funding MySpace plans aggression expansion The Irish Times reports on an investment of EUR16.4 million into a new ... via ElectricNews.net

“North America, which despite a slowdown still accounts for 16 percent of global handset demand, remains a serious problem-child for Nokia. It is the only major region of the world where Nokia is not number one”

The Finnish-based firm said net profit in the three months ended 31 March rose to EUR1.22 billion, or EUR0.32 a share, compared to EUR979 million, or EUR0.25 a share, for the first quarter of 2007. via ElectricNews.net

If you happen to have a penchant for luxury phones , then rejoice for TAG Heuer has just officially announced the Meridiist. via Ubergizmo

Enkin is a research application developed for the Android Developer Challenge. It uses a mix of GPS positioning and image recognition to display building names in a live camera view. via Ubergizmo

The Lenovo U110 IdeaPad is finally available albeit via online retailer J&R, retailing for $1,999 despite being not available for sale at the moment. via Ubergizmo

The Rock Band Stompbox tackles an issue any digital rocker has faced -- accidental activation of Overdrive / Star Power. via Engadget

Posted Apr 7th 2008 12:31AM by Ryan Block Filed under: Desktops Everex is popping off a new gOS powered box tonight, given the unfortunate monicker of MyMiniPC. via Engadget

“This is a significant milestone in an overall Aeroscraft development program. I am absolutely confident in the project's successful completion.”

Described as a new paradigm in air transport, the 64 meter long, 36 meter wide ML866 is a a buoyancy assisted air vehicle with a rigid structure that generates lift through a combination of aerodynamics, thrust ... via Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine

Posted Apr 9th 2008 8:44AM by Darren Murph Filed under: Storage Not even a month after we heard that Iomega was warming to a revised takeover bid from EMC, the two lovebirds have finally let their true feelings ... via Engadget

The Science Museum shows off the latest gadgets and gizmos designed to keep you fit via ClipSyndicate

Posted Apr 7th 2008 3:26PM by Darren Murph Filed under: Household Though we've seen OLEDs used for interior lighting purposes before , OSRAM and designer Ingo Maurer have churned out what's possibly the world's ... via Engadget

Posted Apr 7th 2008 12:54PM by Donald Melanson Filed under: Storage It looks like anyone that makes regular use of an RSA key for one reason or another could soon have a new favorite USB flash drive, with ... via Engadget

This stripe projection 3D sensor from Fraunhofer IOF helps compose a 3D model, simply by projecting a stripe pattern onto the subject, using the couple of "eyes" to capture slightly distinct angles of the image ... via Ubergizmo

“Many are just buying the latest technology because they are captivated by a few key features, not realising those features might already exist in their homes”

Melbourne, Apr 4: A new survey has revealed that Australian consumers are spending more than ever on technology, but in many cases they don't have the skills and ability to use it correctly. via Daily India

The PanTouch digital photo frame is no ordinary home decorative device that shows off photo after photo of you and your loved ones - it features a touch sensitive frame that makes it a snap to access and ... via Ubergizmo

Filed in archive Games by Mark Rollins on March 31, 2008 I realize that I normally report on gadgets for the Nintendo Wii, but lately I've been getting into the PlayStation 3 accessories. via The Gadgets Weblog