Calculator Camera - Can Your DSLR Do That?

I think this is CHEEZY!

If you ask any professional photographer I’m sure they’ll tell you that the one feature today’s digital SLR cameras are missing is a calculator. So until Nikon and Canon get their acts together and start listening to what features their users really want most photographers will have to settle for this Digital Card Calculator Camera.

The calculator looks to be solar powered (even though the site mentions a 1.5V button battery) so there’s a chance it won’t drain the camera’s own battery and includes all the standard functions you’d expect to find on a crappy knock-off. The camera itself also benefits from cutting costs with a resolution of either 1280×960 or 640×480 and 8K of internal memory allowing you to store about 32 photos at the higher res. It connects to your PC via USB but you’ve only got v1.1 support for downloading the 8K of photos you took.

It’s currently available from CrimeBusters911.com which is ironic since the $69.99 price tag seems like a crime in and of itself.

[ Digital Card Calculator Camera ] VIA [ tec.nologia.com ]

Bacon Styled Scarf Probably Better Than Wearing The Real Thing - But Is Less Delicious

What in the world??

For a lot of our readers Summer has come and gone and it’s time to start bracing for the cold and dreary months that Autumn and Winter brings. So if you haven’t already bought that new scarf and are trying to find just the perfect one your search is over.

Made of 100% Acrylic the red and white pattern on this scarf resembles the marbled fat from a piece of bacon. Of course if you prefer something healthier the colors on the reverse side are inverted providing the look of a leaner cut. The scarf even comes wrapped in butcher paper and string making it great gift fodder for this year’s Secret Santa.

You can find it at Shopsin’s General Store for $35.

[ Bacon Scarf ] VIA [ Cool Hunting ]

Waterproof Laptop: Necessity or Novelty?

This can definately be a VERY handy new addition!

I’ve certainly had my fair share of spills and accidents on my laptop and computer keyboard. Thankfully companies like Sony Japan are realizing that a simple coffee and tea break can turn into a disaster if your laptop were to get spilled on. Featured on Gearfuse, this VAIO type G notebook uses a built-in drainage system to protect your laptop from liquid. In the event of a spill, it will automatically turn off—although I’m curious to know whether this will prevent electrical shortages and corrosion. The LCD screen is also said to withstand scratches, making this laptop quite the durable little gadget. The G notebooks are set to go on sale October 6th in Japan with a price tag of $1500 and upwards, depending on personal customization. While a good investment for travelers and people who work outdoors, it may not be for everyone. Would you pay a premium for a waterproof laptop? Waterproof laptop: necessity or novelty? Leave your answer and comments below!

Google Perfume: Love It or Leave It?

I

happen to love this Google perfume because I think the idea that any man would want to douse his body in the scent of a search engine is hilarious.

While it is clearly a cheap knock-off product, it has that same kitschy appeal of the fake Shuffle from Korea or even the iNoPhone. And where do you find something like that? Perhaps in the fake Google store in Istanbul, Turkey?

If my experience with geeky men is any indication I am gonna guess it smells like a spicy mixture of Cheetos, candy and Play-Doh. Snap!

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Gyration Announces M2000 Travel Air-Mouse

NIce Mouse

Business travelers that give presentations frequently from their notebook will be pleased to hear that Gyration has announced a smaller version of its Air-Mouse called the M2000 Travel Air-Mouse. The M2000 is sized like a notebook mouse and uses 2.4GHz RF technology that is good for distances of up to 100-feet from the transceiver.

When used on your desk, the M2000 operates like any normal notebook mouse. Pick the mouse up and use it in the air and your hand movements turn in to cursor controls on the screen. Gyration says the M2000 will be available in Q1 of 2008 for $69.95 or you can buy it bundled with a small wireless keyboard for $99.95.

VIA [ Gyration ]

Aptera Electric/Hybrid Car On Pre-Order for $500

If you’re in the market for an environmentally friendly car that looks like an anemic space fighter, the Aptera may be for you. Unlike most electric/hybrid cars with this sort of look, the Aptera is actually going to be produced, and if you reserve yours now for a fully refundable $500, you can expect to receive it in (only) about a year. It seats 2.5 with plenty of room for luggage, and can supposedly hit 60 mph in about 10 seconds with an electronically limited top speed of 95 mph. More pics, and specs on the superefficienttotallybadass engine options, after the jump.

The design of the Aptera includes everything you might expect to find in a “normal” car, including airbags, a rear view camera, GPS navigation, and CD/MP3/DVD player with XM. It also includes a RFID key fob to start the car, and a solar assisted climate control system that keeps the car comfortable using energy from solar panels in the roof while you’re out doing whatever it is people who drive cars like this do. When it comes to the engine (the important part), you’ve got two options:

? All Electric – This Aptera is powered exclusively with batteries and will get you around town to the tune of approximately 120 miles depending on your driving conditions. At night you simply plug the Aptera into any standard 110 volt outlet and in just a few hours you will have a fully charged vehicle that will take you another 120 miles. The approximate cost of this option with all the features listed above will be $26,900.

? Plug-in Series Hybrid – This Aptera is also powered by an electric drive train but it is assisted by a fuel efficient gasoline powered generator which stretches your range significantly. In typical driving you may achieve over 300 miles per gallon and you will have range far beyond any passenger vehicle available today. The approximate cost of this option with all the features listed above will be $29,900.

Be sure to click through to check out Aptera’s eye-gougingly slick website, featuring old people in bathing suits and not much in the way of relevant information.

[ Aptera ] VIA [ Gizmodo ]

Fishtank Friday: FishBird TankCage

Wicket FishTank!

If we keep fish as pets, why can’t fish keep birds as pets? While you’re pondering that, try and figure out who looks more confused in the picture: the fish, or the birds.

VIA [ Neatorama ]

Geek Tip: Get Google Alerts For Videos

Google alerts — email updates of the latest relevant Google results (web, news, etc.) based on your choice of query or topic — just got more lively. Alerts have long been a great way to stay on top of what your favorite celebrities, cousin or company has been up to and now you can keep up with all the new videos with video alerts. This week the Google blog announced you can add video to your other Google alerts. Here’s more:

Video Alerts enables you to specify any topics or queries of interest so we can deliver interesting and relevant videos on a daily, weekly, or as-it-happens basis (your choice) to you via email. To start receiving Video Alerts, you can visit the Google Alerts homepage directly or set up the alert during your normal video searches. Videos may come from Google Video, YouTube, or many other video sources on the web.

Now I can rest assured I’ll never miss out on a Crockermania video again!

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