Some cool gadgets to have in 2009

Every year there are new gadgets out offering more style, better experience and innovative designs while giving top notch performance in their category.
Here are some of the few highly stylish gadgets

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Intermot 2008: Piaggio MP3 MY 2009

These vehicles always look to me like they belong in a Matrix film, but it appears that they’re actually very nifty for city and touring use. In 2009 Piaggio MP3 will be presented with some updated technology that will improve the Piaggio offering in the GT segment.

The MP3 125cc version includes electronic ignition and Ride by Wire technology for acceleration control. This is some dedicated attention from Piaggio for a vehicle of its kind. After the jump are technical details from the press release and plenty of photos of the Piaggio MP3 2009.

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Yamaha FX Nytro XTX Snowmobile 2009

2009 comes early, thanks to Yamaha’s FX Nytro XTX Snowmobile. Powered by the fast-revving, high-torque 130hp-class Genesis 130FI engine, the FX Nytro XTX uses lightweight crank technology and the fuel injection system to deliver razor-sharp throttle response. One new performance-enhancing feature that comes with this Yamaha snowmobile is its patented rear exit design that reduces the amount of under-hood heat produced and distributes weight for a finely balanced sled. Also new are the GYTR dual-clicker front shocks that offer riders a high level of tunability with 12 clicks of compression and 20 clicks of rebound damping. Yamaha.


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VIA powers MTube handheld prototype

Reportedly scheduled for production in 2009, Taiwan's Science and Technology Advisory Group's recently unveiled MTube prototype is shaping up to be an interesting cross between a fully connected PMP and a "handheld notebook" running Linux on a 1.0GHz VIA C7-M processor. If released in its current state, the 3.35" x 3.35" x 0.79" device will tip the scales at 5.3 ounces and feature a 2.8" VGA touchscreen, 8GB of internal flash memory, 4-hour battery life, and both wi-fi and WiMAX connectivity.

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Solar Energy + Technology 2009 - Call for Papers

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Submit your research to a program focused on developing new solar-based energy sources to meet growing global needs.

Be a part of tomorrow's solutions for alternative energy technologies and systems. Submit your research to SPIE Solar Energy + Technology 2009.

Papers are being accepted in these areas:

•	High and Low Concentrator Systems for Solar Electric Applications
•	Solar Hydrogen and Nanotechnology
•	Thin Film Solar Technology
•	Optical Modeling and Measurements for Solar Energy Systems
•	Nanoscale Photonic and Cell Technologies for Photovoltaics
•	Reliability of Photovoltaic Cells, Modules, Components, and Systems
•	Organic Photovoltaics
•	Nonimaging Optics: Efficient Design for Illumination and Solar Concentration

The hottest PC technology for 2009

As one year draws to a close, it's only natural that we all want to know what new technologies are in store for us in 2009.

How many cores will your CPU have? How fast will they be? What will be powering PC graphics, and what type of memory will be the next must-have?

The problem is that top technology firms are already beavering away on products and kit that will supersede next year's star buys. So we set ourselves another task – to discover what's over the horizon.

Is next year's kit part of a bigger trend or a gathering revolution in technology? Read on to explore the PC's near and distant futures.

http://www.techradar.com/news/computing/pc/the-hottest-pc-technology-for-2009-492734

This year’s technology survey found that more than a third of real estate practitioners—34 percent—now rely on GPS navigation for help getting around. The technology is evolving in two directions: hardware and service.

On the one hand, you have hardware systems like Sony’s Nav-U line, TomTom’s car navigation systems or the Gamin nuvi 880. But you'll likely see more GPS capabilities becoming a function built into other hardware, or provided as a service, rather than requiring a dedicated device. For example, services like Verizon’s VZNavigator, AT&T Navigator, Sprint Navigation, and Telenav offer point to point directions on your cell phone.

http://www.realtor.org/rmotechnology/techwatch/columns/0812_techwatch_2009trends

Shop For Dragon Tools to Enhance Your AMD Experience

The AMD platform technology codename "Dragon" is a superior performing desktop platform based on its performance, visual experience, and energy efficiency. The AMD Phenom™ II processor, the ATI Radeon™ HD 4870 graphics card and the AMD 790GX chipset delivers screaming computing power for gaming with an efficient design and an unbeatable HD experience for the money.¹ Get ready for the PC platform that delivers the power to play it all.

Shop For Dragon	Tools to Enhance Your AMD Experience
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http://game.amd.com/us-en/landings/dragon.aspx

X30 Next Generation WheelChair

The X30 wheelchair has been designed keeping in mind the strain that the physically challenged have to undergo in situation where there is no help in hand. Designed by Danish designer Ulrik Svenningsen, the design helps in reducing the strain in hands, and shoulder which some times leads to injuries to them and also puts the device for long term use and improves comfort and mobility. Also these wheelchairs are strong, long lasting and easier to maneuver while going up the inclined surfaces and ramps etc. and also address the issue of transferring the user to and from the wheelchair. Definitely a touching thought for a practical thought.

http://www.tuvie.com/x30-next-generation-wheelchair

Single Seat Helicopter Design by Igarashi Design

Igarashi Design has introduced a single seat helicopter with amazing looks. It is equipped with everything that is required to give the private flight a higher reliability. But you need to take pilot training before flying your own helicopter because only one person can sit and operate this helicopter. The design looks like a robot if you see the front right look. It is very small in size as compared to other helicopters. So, get ready to take the risk and enjoy your flight.

http://www.tuvie.com/single-seat-helicopter-design-by-igarashi-design

Mobile Music Concept On Your Wrist

Mobile phone today is more than just simple phone as its usage is far beyond just receiving and making phone calls. Mac Funamizu introduced us to this new gadget which is a mobile phone concept which can be said to have been picked straight out of the Bond movies! One can wear this gadget around their wrist as a watch, though it is transparent. However the look can be customized with the change of color pattern or placing any picture on the background. A foldable gadget, thereby one can mould the same as per the pocket. Accompanied by a pair of earphones that ensures a surround sound effect, it’s a gadget to look out for!

http://tuvie.com/wear-this-future-mobile-music-concept-on-your-wrist

Google Earth takes the plunge

2 Feb 2009:

Google Earth fills in its watery blanks. Users can explore the sea bed, data on the changing oceans, sea-life and even the best surf spots

http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2009/feb/01/google-earth-oceans-project

Award-winning N95

A slew of new products, including several new multimedia phones from Nokia, were launched at the Barcelona show. This is the N96, successor to the award-winning N95. Nokia is also developing touch screen technology, which it may include in its much-anticipated music phone. Read the story

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New handset from Toshiba

The congress also included some new form factors. This new handset from Toshiba, the G450, has an innovative keyboard arrangement to help you type on the move. On a lighter note, one company was offering a mobile service that would locate the nearest toilet, including ratings for cleanliness. Read the story

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Mobile World Congress

Google’s mobile phone ambitions have been a big talking point at this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Several manufacturers including Texas Instruments and ARM showed off prototype handsets based on Android, the company’s mobile phone operating system. Android is Google’s attempt to break into the £300bn mobile market, and Android phones could go on sale this year. Read the story.

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