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Firefox 3 may get gesture support for MacBooks
Matt Hickey | Oct 23, 2008
(Credit: Apple and Matt Hickey)
There are a lot of Firefox users out there, and there are a lot of MacBook users as well, which means a lot of people use Firefox on a MacBook. And those users might be getting a special treat in future releases of the browser.
On his informative blog, Edward Lee, a Firefox developer, spills on steps he's taken to include gesture support for MacBooks in the next version of the browser.
For those unfamiliar with gesture support, Apple introduced the functionality to the MacBook line a couple of years ago. It allows you to interact with your computer by just moving your fingers across the touch pad. For example, in most programs you can scroll down by dragging two fingers down the touch pad without having to click any buttons.
But the Firefox controls go a little further, including other gestures for navigating your tabs, handy, indeed.
There's no word yet on whether this neat feature will make the final build, but MacBook users everywhere should hope it does. Anyone who uses the gesture support in any other application knows how intuitive it is and how it can really make any app more usable.
Via CNET Crave
Aiptek's handheld projector
John Chan | Oct 22, 2008
(Credit: Firebox)
Yesterday, we brought you a hands-on with 3M's micro projector. We mentioned that it was a first from a large, well-known technology company because we know of other tiny projectors from smaller brands. The Aiptek PocketCinema V10 is one of those.
Like the MPro110, this handheld projector uses LCoS technology, gives a 640 x 480 resolution, and produces an image up to 50 inches diagonally. Because 3M cannot share with us which companies license its technology, we have no idea if this Aiptek is essentially a rebranded 3M projector.
What we do know is that it does quite a bit more. Aside from just projecting images from laptops and mobile phones, the V10 also has an SD card slot and 1GB of memory internally so you can play images and videos without connecting it to anything. Rounding up the features is a remote control that is also included in the package.
All these extras don't come cheap though, costing about US$488 from Firebox, quite a fair bit more than 3M's US$360 asking price.
Via Coolest Gadgets
Hands-on with 3M's micro projector
John Chan | Oct 21, 2008
(Credit: 3M)
The idea of having a projector that fits in the palm of your hands has been floating around for ages. There have been prototypes shown off by various companies but it looks like 3M has beaten everyone (i.e. mainstream technology companies--there are micro projectors from lesser-known Asian OEMs) to the chase with a real commercial product, the MPro110. Representatives from the company gave us a demo of the product. Here are our thoughts.
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Juice up your laptop, literally
Darius Chang | Oct 21, 2008
(Credit: Newlaunches.com)
Traditional chargers may soon go the way of modem ports as fuel cell batteries become a reality. Where once such technology resided in huge power cells which were double the size of normal batteries, the latest prototype from Panasonic is actually viable as it is about the same volume as your current cells.
Using 200cc of concentrated methanol, the new fuel cell can power a notebook for up to 20 hours, while fitting into current battery slots. Recharging is also relatively instantaneous and simple, requiring the user to top up the methanol levels. However, there was no mention of safeguards during the top up process, which is a serious consideration since methanol is very flammable and volatile. There are also other models available for smaller electronic devices.
Set to be commercially available in 2010, juicing up your machines may soon take on a literal meaning.
Via Newlaunches.com
MSI's 3.5G Wind 120 coming to Taiwan in November
Matt Hickey | Oct 21, 2008
We had gotten word previously that MSI's follow-up to the Wind 100--the 120--would likely hit the streets this December. According to Digitimes, though, we won't have to wait that long. In fact, the 3.5G-sporting Netbook should be available sometime next month. The specs are fairly impressive, running Windows XP on Intel's Atom N270 processor with 1GB of RAM.
With its 8.9-inch screen, this ultraportable is inviting with its estimated street price of US$552, but that price could come down if the manufacturer squares deals with 3G network operators like Taiwan's Vibo Telecom, the first carrier to subsidize the Netbook.
We aren't expecting deals like that until next year at the earliest, though, if they come at all, but as carriers are looking for new ways to lock us into long term contracts, fancy hardware is an appealing way to go. Currently there is no information on availability in other Asia Pacific regions as well, though it should be noted that the first 3.5G Eee PC 901 is carried by Singapore's SingTel operator.
Via CNET Crave
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