09
Jan
Author: Jakob Barnard // Category:
SGB Gadgets
From Boing Boing this morning: The Tiny DV Camera Recorder.
From the sellers site:
Features:
The Tiny DV Camera Recorder
Thumb size alloy housing
Manually and sound activated recording
Web camera for online video chat
Support AVI video format
Low illumination, high resolution image with 2000K pixels
High speed recording and quick light response
30 frames per second for 640*480 video output
Built-in Li rechargeable battery lasting for 2 hours
Provide 2G Micro SD card and Support up to 8G memory card
Easy operation with LED indicator
Support USB 2.0
Flexible installation with clip and bracket
Support JPEG picture format
Now I like the idea of something this small with all of those functions. Keeps it small, out of the way, and not so noticable. One thing I would wonder about though would be durability in the field. At $147 it isn’t too bad on the cost factor – but would it stand up to hard use? Particular application I am thinking is for my fire department. Now inside of a structure fire, wouldn’t anticipate that going so well, but what about wildland fire conditions? Smoke, dirt, grit, and just the moving around might be hard on it. However, any “tough” DV camera I usually see tends to be at least twice the cost. Oh well.
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07
Jan
Author: Jakob Barnard // Category:
SGB Gadgets
This stuff might be overkill… personally I use a can of compressed air and a damp cloth. However, for some, this might be required: Cyber Clean!
You take out the goo and mash it onto your keyboard. The goo then apparently absorbs all the grime and crummies that have gotten in there. It does look kind of neat – so might be worth trying out.
So go check it out here and see what you think! (Originally from TechEBlog.)
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12
Dec
Author: Jakob Barnard // Category:
SGB Gadgets
Via TechEBlog:
These tiny coins that look like quarters can be used to hold the small microSD cards. They can be picked up from ThinkGeek.

While it sounds like a neat idea… I can tell you this. IF I had one, I am pretty sure my microSD card would have a much greater chance of getting lost. It just would.
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20
Nov
Author: Jakob Barnard // Category:
Websites
I just couldn’t help but repost this one. Today’s Dilbert, I think we have all experienced at the office. Perhaps even the words “oooo shiny!” have been uttered.

I fully blame the invention of RSS Feeds for lost productivity. (While also bowing to their greatness.)
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02
Sep
Author: Jakob Barnard // Category:
SGB Hardware News
The coolest case mod I have seen in a while — for only $84.99!
I was expecting more like $150 for the features (posted below) and look of this case. Anyone building a new box might want to check this one out. Good deal and sweet case.

Features:
# Multi-funtional thermally advantaged chassis
# Large see-through side window panel
# Air duct on side panel for high level performance
# Front USB2.0, Firewire and audio ports
# Front temperature gauge
# Front fan speed controller and gauge
# Front volume sensitivity controller and gauge
# 420W power supply
# 2 x 80mm UV blue LED fans
# Removable motherboard tray
# 10 x drive bays and 7 expansion slots
# Easy removable side panel w/ thumb screws
# 2 x special designed Aspire fan grills
# Roomy w/ folded edges for safe easy assembly
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02
Sep
Author: Jakob Barnard // Category:
SGB Tech
MSN Tech and Gadgets has an entire article on the stuff technology companies forget to tell you. Things such as CPU speed, paying full price, warranties, and other tips and tricks. Useful article for those looking to purchase some tech equipment or software.
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