Sep 08 2010

Engadget’s back to school giveaway, part two: win a lot of awesome gear worth nearly $2,400!

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Hey, there: it’s that time of year again. You or your loved ones will soon be heading back to school (if you haven’t already). We’ve been trying to help everybody out for the past month with our back to school guides — which you can check out right here — but we thought we’d take it a step further, and give you, our dear readers, a chance to win some of the gear featured in the guides this year. We’ll be doing three total giveaways this week, and here’s what we’ve got for you today.

- Toshiba Portege R705 P25 laptop worth $799
- Eco Extreme Rugged all terrain Speaker Case worth $49
- i4 Universal desktop charger woth $59
- Pentax Optio H90 digital camera worth $149
- Altec Lansing Mix IMT800 worth $300
- Sony ICF-CL75iP Clock Radio worth $149.95
- Sprint Samsung Intercept worth $99
-Amazon Kindle 3G (Graphite version) worth $189
-HP ePrint All-in-One printer with an HP 60 Photo Value Pack, HP 60 XL Cartridges, a $200 Staples Gift Certificate and a $50 Snapfish Gift Certificate (all courtesy of HP).

Yes, that’s nearly $2,400 of gear for one lucky winner. All you need to do to win is leave a comment below, and read the full rules after the break. Good luck!! Thanks to Toshiba, Grace Digital Audio, i4, Pentax, Altec Lansing, Sony, Sprint and HP for providing the gear!

Special thanks to all the companies for providing us with the gear!

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Aug 06 2010

Samsung Craft to be MetroPCS’ first LTE handset, Dallas-Ft. Worth added as a launch market

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When we think “craft,” we think of airplanes, boats, and perhaps the occasional needlepoint project — but all kidding aside, we’ve definitely heard worst names than “Craft” for a major phone launch, so we’ve got nothing to complain about here. Regional carrier MetroPCS has announced on its latest earnings call that its first LTE phone — the FCC-approved R900 from Samsung — will come to market as the Craft at a price in the same range as its current smartphone lineup which includes the Code for $250 and the BlackBerry Curve 8530 for $280. These guys are still on target to launch in Vegas this year, but it now looks like they’ll be adding Dallas-Ft. Worth into the mix as it moves to complete its 4G build-out early next year. It’s a seriously aggressive timeline for a carrier traditionally known for cheap voice and text, not blazing data — but hey, who are we to complain?

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Aug 05 2010

EVGA’s dual-CPU Classified SR-2 motherboard put to the test: worth the money if you know what you’re doing

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You know things are changing when cooling units that could once stave off overheating on top-tier graphics cards are starting to show up on motherboards. EVGA’s Classified SR-2 is a supersized, dual-socket desktop building block that tries to do it all, and — unusually for dual-CPU logic boards — it’s targeted at enthusiasts rather than buttoned-down business types. Four PCI-Express x16 slots, room for a dozen memory sticks (up to 48GB of RAM), and two USB 3.0 ports add some spec sheet glamor, but you’ll likely be wanting to know how much performance you can wring out of two 3.33GHz Intel Xeon 5680 chips working in tandem. The short answer is a lot. The long answer is, of course, that you’ll need to apply those 24 threads of power to applications that can really utilize them, such as the predictable video processing and 3D rendering. That’s where the multithreaded, multicore, multiprocessor rig really shone in this review, and the EVGA board underpinning it also acquitted itself with distinction. Hit the source for the benchmark results and more photography of exposed circuitry.

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Jul 23 2010

$35 tablet from India looks to be worth every paisa (video)

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$35 tablet from India looks to be worth every paisa (video)

We’ve seen some janky tablets over the years, and to be honest this latest one out of India hardly looks posh. But, for the price, it could be pretty amazing: $35. That’s what India’s Human Resource Development Minister, Kapil Sibal, is saying this device will cost at retail. It’s a sort of tablet and, while we don’t know full specs, is said to have 2GB of RAM, run Linux, be able to connect to the internet over WiFi, open PDFs, and even play YouTube videos, meaning you can watch Shahrukh Khan tribute videos wherever you want. Confusingly, two separate devices were shown and we’re not sure which is the final design (if, indeed, either is), but the Indian government plans to subsidize their sale to students such that they’ll cost only $20. The goal is to have them selling for as little as $10 in the future. Exciting? Yes, but let’s just say we’ve had our hearts broken by supposed $10 Indian laptops before. Video of the thing in action after the break.

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Jul 12 2010

Sony thinks E Color is the new black, gives you a whole site’s worth to choose from

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If your gear isn’t pushing the performance envelope, you typically have to resort to alternative means for attracting those precious customers. Sony’s newish VAIO E series is an exponent of just such a philosophy, with its lurid colorings and replaceable keyboard skins. The company’s decided to take things up a notch, however, by now offering a Color Combo site where we can combine the gnarliest hue mismatches this side of Colorware. The chromatic choices include the laptop’s case and keyboard as well as the additions of a wireless mouse and a reversible sleeve. Everything that isn’t bolted down to the computer will of course cost you extra, but will you really let a little bit of cash stand between you and that magenta dream machine?

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Jun 25 2010

US consumers purchase $55 million worth of 3D TVs and Blu-ray players, despite the glasses

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It’s early days yet, but NPD claims that revenue from US sales of 3D TVs and standalone 3D-capable Blu-ray players has exceeded $55 million in the first three months of availability. Mind you, this steady growth comes despite the absence of some major players. While that number might sound big, it’s tiny in comparison to the total number of TVs sold each month in the US and, according to our friend Ross Rubin, executive director of industry analysis at NPD, sales are expected to remain small throughout 2010. Regarding those much maligned 3D glasses, only 10% of those surveyed by NPD cited “looking silly” as a main concern. Instead, the biggest concern was not having enough glasses on hand for everyone looking at the set. A concern driven by cost, undoubtedly, and a dearth of survey participants from New York’s trendy Lower East Side.

Disclaimer: NPD’s Ross Rubin is a contributor to Engadget.

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May 14 2010

iPad Supreme Edition: worth its weight in smug

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It’s that time again, the time when excess ruins a perfectly functional device. You can thank Stuart and Katherine Hughes for creating this 22ct “solid gold” iPad Supreme Edition slathered in 53 gems. A cookie for the first person to wear this £129,995 (about $190k) monstrosity from an iPad Chain.

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Dec 15 2009

Nokia N82 Mobile Phone Review – Worth Your Keep?

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The Nokia N82 mobile phone is one of the best multimedia smart-phones in the market today – and the most affordable of the N series. Although the Nokia N82 itself is bulky with the measurements of 112 x 50. 2 x 17. 3 mm and weighs of 114g – it is smaller than the N95 8GB and if you can take the thick frames and tiny sized keys aside – it is quite a stylish looking phone. Here’s a brief description of the Nokia N82 mobile phone -
Good sized screen at 2. 4″ offering a 240 x 320 pixel resolution Matte-finished stainless steel on the front and sides Beige plastic back with a subtle herringbone patterning A relatively big camera module Micro SD card slot on the side of the phone At the top of the Nokia N82 headset, there is 3. 5mm headphone portWith the good sized screen, this Nokia N82 model has a great automatic screen rotation which can switch to landscape view smoothly – which makes Nokia N82 5 mega-pixel camera and Xenon flash superb . . . and coupled with Carl Zeiss optics and auto-focus, the N82’s camera is one of the best in its class. As well, with access to the N Series features like N Cage games, Nokia music player, Nokia Maps and so on – there’s plenty to like about this phone. The drawbacks to this Nokia N82 mobile phone are the battery life and phone design. It is concerning that it is only slightly better than the power hungry N95 models. With moderate use, the battery life stands at only 1 to 1. 5 days worth. And if you are into the GPS mapping and Wi-Fi use, you could be charging your battery daily. Overall, the Nokia N82 mobile phone is value for money as it one of the best in the N series. But, if you’re not into more usable buttons and slimmer streamlined phones that will not make a bulge in your pockets – than this is not for you. The Nokia N82 will suit users who wants the full featured handset of the N series features and performance over the design.
 

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Nov 30 2009

iPhone Accessories Worth Checking Out

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Living in a technology driven world demands for keeping abreast with the latest gadgets and gizmos to not only improve our daily life but to also add a fun element to it. For iPhone owners, this simply means investing on the most up-to-date iPhone accessories. If you’re a new iPhone fan and looking for Phone accessories to jazz up your mobile experience, you’ll be surprised about the numerous choices you have. To help you decide which one to get, here are some of the recommended Apple iPhone accessories Apple iPhone 3G USB Charge Cradle – A must grab for every iPhone owner, iPhone 3G cradle allows you to quickly synchronize and charge your iPhone 3G. This stylish and lightweight iPhone charge cradle is also very easy to use; just plug the USB cable into your computer and the mini USB adapter into the cradle and sit your iPhone 3G down—done! This comes with AC charger that will enable you to charge your device without connecting the cradle to a PC. iPhone Car Charger – When you’re always on the move, it’s nice to have an iPhone car charger or travel charger to guarantee a replenished battery every time. Never miss an urgent call and enjoy full use of your iPhone during road trips or when you’re stuck in traffic. Most iPhone car chargers are built to charge ultra fast and come in smart designs, fit for sophisticated professionals on the go. iPhone Cases – Perhaps the simplest iPhone accessories, Apple iPhone cases are getting better and better to protect your phone against dirt, dust, and scratches. Depending on your style and preference, iPhone cases come in hard cases, jelly cases, leather cases, metal cases, and in all colors of the rainbow. But it boils down to wanting to defend your investment from any would-be damage and extending its functionality. With that in thought, an iPhone case is truly a must have. iPhone Bluetooth Headset – Such an essential iPhone accessory, iPhone Bluetooth headset allows hands free option when making or receiving voice calls—particularly crucial when you’re driving. With wireless Bluetooth headsets, you can avoid the hassles of awkward cables and entangled wires. Drive safely and talk comfortably using an iPhone Bluetooth headset. Have fun accessorizing your iPhone with these trendy yet useful iPhone accessories to fully customize your iPhone experience. But don’t limit yourself, as this is just the beginning. Apple has surely a lot more accessories in store for its hard-core iPhone devotees.

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