The 2010 Rolls-Royce model line has something very distinctly in common with all new Volvos. It has nothing to do with the engines, safety ratings, comfort, or design. Nope, none of that. Any guesses?
Rolls-Royce joins Volvo as the only manufacturers to offer HD radio as a standard feature in every model. Of course that’s only the new Ghost and three different variants of the Phantom. Previously HD radio was only an option, but someone high-up in Rolls-Royce probably enjoys listening to AM HD radio and wanted to make sure everyone had access to it. [click to continue…]
We’ve spent a lot of time this week discussing how we can use technology to change our bodies. But according to new research, one of the gadgets we rely on daily is already having a measurable effect on our brains.
Researchers at Örebro University in Sweden found that cellphone usage increases the brain’s production of transthyretin, a protein found in cerebrospinal fluid that cushions and protects the brain. The researchers don’t know if the increased presence of the protein is good or bad for the brain, or what kind of effects it might have in the long run.
Regardless of the effects, this observation is pretty wild. We’ve talked a lot about how gadgets will change our bodies, but how will our bodies change to accommodate those gadgets?
Maybe increased transthyretin production is brain’s last-ditch effort to fight off cancer. Or maybe it’s the first of many adaptations we’ll see as we let technology become a part of ourselves. [Wired]
Otas comes back to the wearable gadget market by releasing the MG-F566V spy glasses and music player combo. The gadget allows you to listen to your favorite music and spy on your friends at the same time. The Otas MG-F566V is able to record video in VGA at 12fps and capture still pictures in 1280×1024 resolution. Its music player supports MP3 and WMA file formats. You can save all of your favorite music files on its 4GB of internal memory. [Product Page]
If you’re looking for a new ergonomic gaming mouse, then I suggest you to check out the recently released Smog gaming mouse from Ozone. This right-handed mouse features an adjustable right-side hand support, a high-precision laser sensor called the Avago 9500, 7+2 programmable buttons, five Macro modes for gaming profiles and supports up to 5040 dpi via software. Not to mention, the mouse also comes with creamic footpads and an adjustable weight (includes set with six 5g weights). The Ozone Smog Gaming Mouse is now available for purchase for 49.90 Euro (about $74). [Product Page]
