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Then take a look at Wakozi. Yes, it’s an online Web 2.0 site. Plug in your address and it shows you what liquor stores and delis near you that deliver. Click on a store and you can see what they sell, how much it costs and then you can create a shopping list, checkout, including paying with a tip.

By the way, this entire freaking site is a huge Adobe Flash application, developed using Adobe Flex. So don’t bother trying to pull this site up if you’re still on a modem. For that matter, we’d be pretty surprised if you’re reading GfG over a modem! Today’s dynamic, content rich sites have become too large and dependent on bandwidth for them to even dream about having a modem-friendly version.via Techcrunch.

The Nokia N96 seems to be the epitome of an all-in-one. It has a nice, large 2.8-inch QVGA screen that displays up to 16.7 million colors. Stereo speakers are built-in for audiophiles, as well as a standard 3.5 mm headphone jack. It will let you connect to all the right places using a Mini-USB port, Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, WiFi, HSDPA, and DVB-H TV Tuner. It’s got a whopping 16GB of internal memory and that can be supplemented with up to 16GB MicroSD cards via the previously mentioned Mini-USB port. And it’s got a 5-megapixel camera like most other top-notch camera phones currently available. Now although these are all a bunch of really great features, I have to say something’s missing. And that, my digital camera loving friends, is the Xenon flash. Don’t you agree?

Perhaps this is the one thing that can bring the Nokia N96 to “the next level” and a member at the Esato forums almost confirms that this wish will be granted by Nokia. In a forum post, user Daedalus85 says:

“Ok, this isn’t official news, but it’s as official as I can get. Our Nokia rep, who think’s we’re great told me something intriguing today. He’s said the N96 hasn’t been given the complete green light yet (I’m guessing Nokia wanted to get something that resembles the real thing out in time for MWC). And the delays are due to them adding (at the last minute) a Xenon flash, ala N82!”

He further comments that this actually fits the situation nicely, since Nokia is taking its time in delivering the highly-anticipated Nokia N96. Perhaps they’re still deliberating what other features to include in it, such as the rumored Xenon flash. I can’t say how many Nokia fans are going to go nuts over this, but I’m quite sure there’ll be a lot of them.

Via [Just Another mobile phone Blog]

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MicroBlast - Xtrememac MicroBlast Speakers for iPod nano 1G

Portable and versatile compact audio system. The first portable speakers designed specifically for iPod nano 1st Generation, MicroBlast is style, portability and protection-all cleverly rolled up into one lightweight, package. Simply slide your ipod nano into MicroBlast’s dock and crank up its four great-sounding, amplified stereo speakers. It’s powered by four AA batteries or an included AC adapter that enables you to play and charge your iPod nano at the same time. Better yet, MicroBlast’s crystal clear protective cover allows you to safely leave iPod nano docked while on the go, and doubles as its base when the unit is open. MicroBlast includes both black and white interchangeable frames to match the color of your iPod nano, as well as a travel pouch. Designed exclusively for iPod nano 1st generation Transportable with iPod nano in place Lightweight & compact design (only 1″ thick) Charges iPod nano while it plays (when using the included AC adapter) Two interchangeable color frames (black & white) Aluminum speaker grill Four individually powered speakers Clear folding base/protective cover AC or battery operated (batteries not included Speakers Dimensions Mid-range: two 2.5-inch speakers Tweeters: two 1-inch speakers Bass: 4-inch downward-firing subwoofer High quality neodymium-magnet drivers (all) Width: 14.35 inches / 364.4mm Height: 5 inches / 127mm Depth: 10 inches / 254mm * Will play 3G model iPod, but will not charge it. Not compatible with iPod nano 2G

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The highly rumored WiMAX-enabled Nokia N810 may have gotten “unofficially” confirmed with an image spotted on Nokia’s Tableteer site, which comes a few days shy of CTIA. It appears the sneak peak at the Nokia N810 WiMAX Edition was unscripted, as the teaser image and related links can no longer found on the website. Judging by the picture, it looks exactly like the old N810 Internet Tablet, except the WiMAX version sports a black suit. At this point, little else is known; however, Nokia is scheduled to roll out a press release on Tuesday, the same day CTIA begins, called “Press Conference in the Sky”—which should settle this rumor once and for all. Stay tuned.

Read [Internet Tablet Talk]

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China Mobile Communications Corp, the largest network provider in China are ready to begin testing of their 3G network using the TD-SCDMA standard. The test which is set to begin next week will include some 20,000 phones and 5,000 data cards that will be issued throughout Bejing and seven other cities. While there has not been any indication on how long the testing phase will last, China has previously stated that they hoped to have an active 3G network in place before the beginning of the Beijing Olympics, which begins in August.

Beijing has been trying to get the new infrastructure in place since 2001, but the network being as large as it is, needs a mammoth overhaul. Once the government allows the licenses, it will pick carriers to provide the country. The sheer size of China means it is an enormous and significant market, and the change could prove lucrative for a country with some 520 million subscribers.

Read [Wired News]

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It seems as if HP is about to enter the UMPC market, and quite ceremoniously, as the specifications and (possible) release date of the upcoming UMPC 2133 are looking really nice. All models of the 2133 will sport a VIA C7-M processor; three models have a 1.2GHz version, while one sports a slightly upgraded 1.6GHz model. All models will have graphics powered by a VIA Chrome 9 chipset. Supposed prices for the four models range from $549 to up to $849.

The $549 model gives you a 1.2GHz processor, a 120GB hard drive, 1GB RAM and is running SuSE Enterprise. The same hardware specifications are available in the $599 model, but the computer ships with Vista Home Basic. For $749, the computer is upgraded with a 1.6GHz processor, 2GB of RAM, Bluetooth, and Vista Business out of the box. The $849 model is very similar to the $749 model, except for the fact that it sports better “regional availability.”

HP should hope people will be willing to spontaneously drop about $600 for ultra-portables with 8.9-inch displays, or this will be a failed venture into a volatile market, however I don’t see that happening.  HP is expected to drop toe 2133 on April 7, 2008.

Via [Engadget]

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Google, trusty search engine and email provider for many actually has a clause within its fine print which states that those under 18 are not permitted to use the site, or any of its features. The Google conglomerate covers Google’s search, Gmail, YouTube, news and images.

The Terms of Service state that:

“You may not use … Google’s products, software, services and web sites … and may not accept the Terms if … you are not of legal age to form a binding contract with Google.”

Of course to those within the USA, the legal age to form a binding contract is 18, meaning anyone under the age of 18 is currently violating Google’s terms, which judging from a huge number of YouTube videos, that number is going to be high.

It is funny how Google’s simple interface looks very child friendly, not to mention their recent ‘Doodle 4 Google’ contest where school children could draw a logo for the homepage. Certainly sends a mixed message. While the message is unclear, I find it hard to believe that Google would actively enforce this policy, but instead use it as a good way to protect themselves should something happen with a juvenile. In a way its kind of funny, at least one Gadgetell member has a young daughter, who searches Google daily, and even has a personal Gmail account.

Read [CNET]

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Binary Watch
The watch that's so 'out of sight' cool, you'll never have the first clue what the time is.

You can have this for ?49.95

Ever wind up at a website that took centuries to load? Only to get an error message after waiting for what seemed like an eternity. After that happens I am sure, like us, that you curse the net, the broadband and your computer. In the meantime you still wait and refresh, possibly setting yourself up for further disappointment.

Well, now instead of raising that stress level any further you can check out “Down for everyone or just me?”. It’ll tell you whether the offending website is down for everyone or just for yourself. Overall, two thumbs up for this website.

Read [Down for everyone or just me?] Via [geeksugar]

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Posted Mar 29th 2008 8:50PM by Darren Murph
Filed under: Misc. gadgetsShortly after hearing a sad tale of a 7-year old cancer patient having his medication and PSP stolen whilst en route to treatment comes yet another story of the world’s meanest preying on the helpless. This go ’round, a group of griefers (assuming to be members of Anonymous) managed to invade a support forum established by the nonprofit Epilepsy Foundation and use JavaScript code and messages littered with flashing animations to effectively assault dozens of visitors who suffer from the disorder. The Foundation managed to catch wind of the problem within 12 hours of the attack, and while the boards were closed down temporarily to purge it of offending messages, many readers (such as RyAnne Fultz, pictured) experienced headaches and seizures before rescue arrived. Let’s just say we sincerely hope the culprits get what’s comin’ to ‘em.