Recon Instruments is planning to put a heads up display inside ski-goggles. We’ve been waiting for eyewear display’s for quite some time now. It’s about time this long-time video game feature is finally going to make its way into real world products. The system works by integrating a GPS-linked heads-up display system(HUD), and ski goggles.
Recon Instruments is reportedly developing the technology right now, and if they can stay on track, a heads-up-display set of goggles will be be on sale next fall between $350 to $450. The device will be able to tap into your cellphone via bluetooth, and if your phone has a GPS chip, you’ll be able to see where you’re at on a small map, and where your fellow snow pals are and where you’re ..read more
Allerta got the nod to execute RIM first BlackBerry watch. Using Bluetooth, the watch syncs with the device to deliver incoming emails, text messages, and other alerts to you wrist. This is a viewing only device as messages cannot be composed on it. The watch is a full metal body, 1.3 OLED screen, vibrate, microUSB, and rechargeable. The unit is said to last up to 4 days of normal use. Due to ship in February, the price of $149.00 is not too bad. The Allerta inPulse is an interesting device, let’s see where this goes.
Brother might be know for printing and other office related products, but watch out. Brother is working on a retinal display that projects a 800 x 600 resolution image directly into your retina that’ll appear as a 10-centimeter wide image floating about one meter ahead of you. Brother has fully functional prototypes and is looking to bring this to market by next year. Sweet.
Finally a solution to the phone watch is here. And I am happy to report that its thorough. This cost effective set rings up at a scant $200. But good luck finding one. This tri-band GSM kit comes with a bluetooth headset, touchscreen watch, microSD, and camera. Impressed? Me too. Way to go Kempler & Strauss, the W PhoneWatch is the solutions we have expected plus more.
Brando Workshop has released another interesting product. WiFi Detection Cap finds 802.11 b/g/n signals. Using LEDs, one to show network availability and the other to show strength. The hat come is two varieties, a laptop design or a XM like design, and three colors: red, white, black). The two CR2032 batteries are included.Funny thing about this hat is that the wearer cannot actually see the activity while wearing it. Maybe this is an accessory to the Firebox WiFi shirt, or the ThinkGeek Wi-Fi shirt. Well for $14.00 it is a fun toy.
Nike just launched its Nike+ SportBand. This band shows you your distance, pace, running time, and calories burned when mated with a Nike+ running shoe. Unlike GPS based units this one can be used indoor also.This latest version is water resistant, easier to read display and comes in many colors. This device also links to iPod Nano, Touch or iPhone to hear your data as you run. This is nifty for a mere $59.00.
Hammacher Schlemmer is selling wearable metal detectors that let you find buried treasure with your feet. The 9v battery powered coil straps to your calf. Using a coil built into the sole, the sandal is said to have a detection depth of up to 2 feet. LEDs, speakers and a vibration motor alert the wearer of potential treasure. For $59.95, get started today.
For the hearing and vision impaired, the world can be very limiting. Silent Call tries to provide a level of freedom for these people. The Silent Touch provides visual and vibration for certain events. Events such as doorbell, phone, smoke alarm, fire alarm, burglar alarm trigger the watch to activate within a 300 foot range.This watch works with the Sidekick II system from Silent Call. Silent Call has wake up alarms and mattress vibrators to alert the owner. The vibration changes with the type of alert. The Silent Touch watch sells for $150.00 and the charger for $117.65. A kit that includes the watch, charger, and bed vibrator costs $289.00.
EroGear has just released their wearable display jacket..
But unlike other wearble display comapanies, EroGear is offering their wearable display as an aftermarket display option which can be integrated into any jacket of your choice.
Here are some of the impressive features EroGear is offering in their tailor made display jackets:
A software package that takes still images and exports them into a proprietary format for use with EroGear displays. Video content is uploaded by first exporting a video file then running it through the provided software.
Three ways are on offer to create the display content. Inputing the text directly on the display controller for a scrolling ’stock-ticker’ like text animation. Secondly, you can pre-render text or graphic using video rendering programs Apple’s Motion 3 or Adobe After Effects.
Thirdly, EroGear is working on ..read more
Hard-Wear Jacket from Paul Coudamy takes a small spy camera and embeds it into the back of this jacket. So now you can watch your back in style with this sweet jacket. And LCD screen located on the sleeve shows what is going on behind you. Great for people to lazy to turn around, or poorly dressed spys.
