Special-edition pink RAZR

In answer to queries about a certain mysterious RAZR, yes, there is a limited-edition version. Yes, it's in hot pink! And, no, it isn't for sale (yet). To prove it, here are pictures emailed to us by Motorola Singapore. Unfortunately, while there was a sweepstake in the US earlier for two sets to be given away, it appears you have to be star material to earn the rights to this girlie version. To date, it's been sighted in the hands of Hilary Duff, the Simpson sisters, the Hilton sisters, and tennis babe Maria Sharapova who sports the customary signature on the back. In fact, in her blog on Motorola's homepage, the tennis princess coyly writes: "I was showing off my cool pink RAZR phone to everyone. They were all so jealous. I had to apologize because Motorola made it special for me. Sorry! You can't order them." So there.

Click here for larger image #1 | image #2

Price: N.A.
Availability: US for now, no word on whether it will be sold commercially although a global launch is expected in Q4
Device: Mobile phone
Basic specs: Same as the black and silver RAZRs

Power-Generating Backpack

Remember the old familiar refrain: "Pack up your troubles in your old kit bag, and smile, smile, smile..." Well, now there's something to smile about. Prof Larry Rome of biology at Penn State Uni has developed the Suspended-load Backpack which harnesses mechanical energy from something as simple as walking. According to Rome, lugging 38kg of weight in the backpack can generate up to 7.4 watts of energy. That's enough juice to power multiple devices ranging from MP3 music player to PDA, to GPS and a mobile phone. The idea is based on a simple magnetic coil generator similar in principal to hand-cranked radios and flashlights that work with some rhythmic shaking. Forrest Gump, here we come!

See: larger image | generator diagram

Other green energy sources: Voltaic Solar Backpack | pee-powered battery | more info

Price: N.A.
Availability: Concept
Device: Backpack power generator
Basic specs: N.A.

QT Sport

Yet another "little" car that will likely elude Singaporeans' grasp. Think Smart Car and Japan's electric ride, the Q-Car. The QT, if you fancy the dune buggy look, is one cool hunka metal complete with removable weather-proof roof and stylish gull-wing doors. There's unfortunately no headroom for airbags or luggage in this diminutive roadster, but it comes loaded with enough adrenalin for a zippy ride and is apparently made to order, from the accessories right down to the color options. The next time you're sitting in one of these and think people are staring at you, they're really looking at the QT.

Click to see gull wings | interior

Price: From US US$13,991.25
Availability: Unique Motor Company
Device: Sports car
Basic specs: 505cc twin injection, water cooled by Lombardini, 15kw at 5150rpm, 5-speed manual, dual circuit disc brakes, high-resistant molded central cell mounted on anti-corrosion steel chassis, laminated windscreen, 21-liter fuel tank, 60mpg fuel consumption, 240 x 150 x 110cm, 398kg

Espresso maker for cars

It's quite amazing how much multitasking your car's lowly cigarette lighter is capable of, besides firing up a Malboro or Salem. Not so long ago, this driver had her eye on a cooler that plugged into the power point to keep drinks chilled. Then it was an ionizer for some scented air. Now it's an expresso maker for cars. If you're the kind who glugs coffee like there's no tomorrow, we like the classy Italian-made Velox 12V Travel Espresso Maker which not only looks chic, there's a choice of three colors to match your car's interior. All you need is water and your favorite java to percolate up a rush of caffeine anytime, anywhere.

More color choices here

Price: About US$70
Availability: Try any kitchen appliance retailer or check out Espresso Zone
Device: Travel expresso maker
Basic specs: 12V, durable ABS plastic construction, 2 cups (based on 1-1/2 ounce "cups")

Toshiba Red Transformer Laptop

Everybody loves a good tech design. But a startling design with that "wow" factor is even more riveting. Here's one that stood out enough to win a Gold in the highly competitive Industrial Design Excellence Awards--the Toshiba Red Transformer Laptop. Designer Yves Béhar designed a unique sliding hinge that easily converts the notebook's 17-inch flat panel to a flat-screen home entertainment center. The display rests on the integrated speaker panel and a removable remote control and keyboard control the computer from a distance. Like one project manager said, quick, get it to market!

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Price: N.A.
Availability: Concept
Device: Avante garde notebook
Basic specs: N.A.

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