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	<title>High Tech Gadgets and Electronics</title>
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		<title>Best Bagless Vacuum Cleaners</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 01:20:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bagless vacuum cleaners have been around for a while now (since the 1970&#8217;s when Dyson invented the first one), but it wasn&#8217;t until recently they took off. No everyone wants one, and for good reasons! Bagless vacuum cleaners work really well, they cost less, they work on all types of floor surfaces, and they clean [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bagless vacuum cleaners have been around for a while now (since the 1970&#8217;s when <a href="http://vacuumscout.com/dyson-top-dc22-canister-vacuums/">Dyson</a> invented the first one), but it wasn&#8217;t until recently they took off. No everyone wants one, and for good reasons! Bagless vacuum cleaners work really well, they cost less, they work on all types of floor surfaces, and they clean just as well as non-bagless. They come in two styles, upright and canister, but they both do just as well. The only main difference is the canister is normally lighter, and easy to move around. But the upright is simple to use and requires less time cleaning. </p>
<p>So with so many companies producing their own line of bagless, which ones really are the best? Chances are if you buy a bagless it will work wonders, but there are some out there that aren&#8217;t as good (or well priced) as others. Here is a list of the top 5 best bagless vacuum cleaners on the market today. </p>
<p>1. Bissell Powerforce<br />
This is a lightweight and very affordable option by Bissell, a trusted name in the vacuum world. It has a 3-stage filtration system to capture dust and other micro particles, ensuring you with clean floors. </p>
<p>2. Fantom Fury<br />
The Fury is another lightweight model (also known as the Wired Special Edition), that is simple to use. The cyclonic dirt cylinder is a cinch to empty, speeding up your cleaning job. </p>
<p>3. Eureka Whirlwind<br />
Cleans on multiple surfaces of your home with a simple push of a button. The Whirlwind is an excellent option to keep your house looking spick and span and one of the best bagless vacuums out there. </p>
<p>4. Electrolux Twin Canister<br />
This is one of the best options out there. It has a self-cleaning filter and an easy to empty dust cup. It&#8217;s also a canister, which makes it easy to drag around while cleaning. </p>
<p>5. Hoover Windtunnel<br />
The Hoover comes complete with a dirt finder, making it a breeze to find the places in your home that need cleaning the most. Also comes with an allergen filtration, perfect for anyone who has allergies. We recommend you try the <a href="http://vacuumscout.com/hoover-s3670-vacuum-review/">Hoover S3670</a> which offers value.</p>
<p>Whatever you are looking for, there is a vacuum out there to meet all your needs. If you need something lightweight or with an allergen filter, you are bound to find the perfect match. Bagless vacuums provide something for everyone, not to mention they are more affordable than traditional non-bagless vacuum cleaners.</p>
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		<title>High Tech Cameras</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:03:23 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Video]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Nanny Cameras]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Wireless Cameras]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Nanny cameras have developed into a lucrative new industry and are being used more often worldwide at present. Nanny cams are basically designed for security or surveillance purpose; but on the other hand it can be used for various other purpose too. A nanny cam or a spy cam, is basically designed in such a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nanny cameras have developed into a lucrative new industry and are being used more often worldwide at present. Nanny cams are basically designed for security or surveillance purpose; but on the other hand it can be used for various other purpose too. A nanny cam or a spy cam, is basically designed in such a way that it is really hard for someone to notice.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.tadarvision.com/wireless-nanny-cameras/">Technology for nanny cams</a> differs from model to model. There are a number of nanny cams on hand that are as small as a battery, at the same time as other cameras that can be hidden away in a pen. Specific shops sell a wide-ranging collection of spy cams that are extremely versatile and can be used in any manner the buyer needs. Price tags for a nanny cam and other security cameras may vary from model to model. It can start from 10 dollars for a used ones bought second hand to thousands of dollars for ultra modern equipment that contains a monitor together with extra accessories.</p>
<p>Lots of people consider that this boom in nanny cam equipment initiated with Allen Hunts legendary words: Smile, You’re on Candid Camera. Addicts of the prominent TV program Candid Camera were amongst the initial customers to understand that nanny cams may well be meant for uses other than security and surveillance, besides people started to make out the prospective that this device confers.</p>
<p>Alas, various problems come up when spy cam use increased more than ever, leading people to discuss the subject of Spy Cams “friend or foe. Several people value their privacy in addition to do not like the idea that others can employ miniature spy cams to watch, and screen their each move. While many people feel that a spy cam is a trouble free and safe entertainment.</p>
<p>Nanny cam is used prevalently, a few of the several industries that utilize them consist of security companies, limo services, private detectives, and apprehensive parents who wish for to keep a watch at their babysitter. Lots of owners utilize these spy hidden cams like Wireless Wall Clock PE-Spy Cam to keep checks on their employees and ensure that they are running professionally.</p>
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		<title>What is a Kindle DX vs Kindle 2?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:49:44 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Kindle]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[DX]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ebook readers]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The latest in Amazon&#8217;s Kindle ebook reader family &#8211; the DX was announced in early May, just a few weeks after the launch of the Kindle 2 in February. And since then Kindle owners and prospective owners have been speculating about just how significant the changes and improvements in the DX compared with the Kindle [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The latest in Amazon&#8217;s Kindle ebook reader family &#8211; the DX was announced in early May, just a few weeks after the launch of the Kindle 2 in February. And since then Kindle owners and prospective owners have been speculating about just how significant the changes and improvements in the DX compared with the Kindle 2 actually were. If you&#8217;re an existing Kindle owner or if you&#8217;re an avid reader wondering which of the two devices would be the best for your needs, then check out the comparison below:</p>
<p>Display</p>
<p>The Kindle DX has a 9.7&#8243; screen (measured from corner to corner) &#8211; which is two and a half times bigger than the Kindle 2&#8217;s 6&#8243; screen. Additional to the larger display size, the DX screen has an auto-rotate function which allows you to change from the standard portrait mode to landscape mode just by rotating the device. This makes the DX a better option for reading newspapers, magazines and any other text which contains graphics.</p>
<p>Overall Device SizeThe DX has overall dimensions of 10.4&#8243; X 7.2&#8243; X 0.38&#8243; and weighs in at 18.9 ounces. The Kindle 2 has external dimensions of 8&#8243; X 5.3&#8243; X 0.36&#8243; and a weight of 10.2 ounces. So, whilst the Kindle DX isn&#8217;t too large or heavy to carry around, the Kindle 2 is the more portable of the two devices.</p>
<p>On Board Memory Storage Capacity</p>
<p>The DX has 4 GB of internal memory &#8211; which equates to storage for approximately 3,500 books. The Kindle 2 has 2GB of storage, sufficient for around 1,500 books &#8211; not too bad, and enough to keep most people supplied with reading matter for a long while, but still some way short of the DX.</p>
<p>PDF Support</p>
<p>The Kindle 2 can read pdf files &#8211; but only after you e-mailed them to Amazon for conversion. There is a fee &#8211; very small admittedly &#8211; for the conversion. All in all, a bit of a fuss. The DX on the other hand has onboard pdf support built in so you can download your pdf files and read them directly with no conversion, no fee and no fuss.</p>
<p>Price</p>
<p>The Kindle 2 is currently available for $359. When the DX ships on June 10th it will cost you $489. It&#8217;s hardly surprising that the price is somewhat higher than the Kindle 2, the larger screen is one of the most expensive items in the device so a higher price point is to be expected. If you consider the DX&#8217;s 9 price in comparison with the 9 of the iRex Illiad &#8211; a comparable 10&#8243; ebook reader device &#8211; the DX doesn&#8217;t seem quite so costly anymore.</p>
<p>Final Analysis</p>
<p>Although the Kindle 2 is relatively new, and was itself a big step forward in comparison with the original Kindle, the DX offers significant further enhancements. The larger display and the ability to handle pdf files is more than enough to justify you spending a little extra &#8211; especially when you consider the price of other similarly sized ebook readers on the market. Unless Amazon make a significant price cut to the Kindle 2 following the launch of the DX, go for the DX option.</p>
<p>For a good review of ebook readers see my good Griz friend RT at <a href="http://www.untwistedvortex.com/2009/11/14/people-selling-ebook-readers-clueless/">ebook Readers</a>.</p>
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		<title>Gadget Insurance for Electronics</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:12:34 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Mobile Phones]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Music]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Video Games]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[iPhone]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[iPod]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Technology these days to amazing, no question about it. With new recent breakthroughs in the form of the new iPhone being able to recognize voice recognition to the new announcement that Microsofts Project Natal for the Xbox 360 is set to have full body motion sensing capabilities with no wires and nothing plugged into you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Technology these days to amazing, no question about it. With new recent breakthroughs in the form of the new iPhone being able to recognize voice recognition to the new announcement that Microsofts Project Natal for the Xbox 360 is set to have full body motion sensing capabilities with no wires and nothing plugged into you in any way at all.</p>
<p>However, what do you do when something go wrong? Sometimes when you have to send your gadgets off for repair, it can cost more to repair it than it did to buy it initially. For many of the cases, it&#8217;s down to the way the product has been made and that&#8217;s how the problem has occurred. Although the Xbox 360 is a powerful console in which critics have named so far the best console of the new generation it does fail in one major thing. The three red rings. To any Xbox 360 owners, seeing the red rings is horrible because you basically have to hand over your wallet. If your Xbox warranty is still in place, you won&#8217;t have to pay for the repair, however, if it is, you generally have to pay around 50 to repair a problem that should never have been there.</p>
<p>It always used to be a rare occurrence if your N64 or Playstation 1 broke, however, we are still seeing the flow of broken Xbox&#8217;s, but we are also seeing Playstation 3&#8217;s and Nitendo Wii&#8217;s being sent away to be fixed. It could be down to more people are playing games due to the huge amount being released within the last few months, or, it could be down to the manufacturers not fixing the problems and just selling more machines.</p>
<p>There is a solution to this and it comes from gadget insurance. This can be purchased to cover up to five of any gadgets you can think of for just under 20 a month. The price may seem slightly high, but if you consider having to pay for just one gadget to be repaired each month, you would end up paying more. The primary reason is because the cost to repair gadgets, if you dropped your iPhone, you would get given a 100 pound repair bill. So if you consider the maths, insuring 5 gadgets for 20 pounds a month isn&#8217;t too much to pay to avoid paying 100 pound every time you drop your phone. As well as this when it comes to fixing consoles such as the Nintendo Wii it is actually cheaper to buy a new console than top fix it which again is going to cost you a whopping 180.</p>
<p>You are not required to insure 5 items if you don&#8217;t want to, you can simply pay for Xbox 360 Insurance separately. Unfortunately, many companies that offer home emergency insurance policies don&#8217;t cover your gadgets like iPods and gaming consoles.</p>
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		<title>Vuzix iWear AV310 Widescreen Video Glasses</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:19:55 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Gadgets]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[iPod]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sunglasses]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Video Glasses]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today let&#8217;s talk about video sunglasses &#8211; maybe the coolest electronic gadget I have come across in ages. If you have ever had to endure long tedious travel by plane, bus or even as a passenger in a car then you have got to give the Vuzix iWear AV310 Widescreen Video Glasses a try.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today let&#8217;s talk about video sunglasses &#8211; maybe the coolest electronic gadget I have come across in ages. If you have ever had to endure long tedious travel by plane, bus or even as a passenger in a car then you have got to give the Vuzix iWear AV310 Widescreen Video Glasses a try.</p>
<p>People that are used to traveling learn how to enjoy flying, including the time it takes and the delays it can involve when things don&#8217;t go so smoothly. On a recent flight the fellow sitting next to me was wearing what can only be described as high-tech, space age sunglasses. He had them plugged into his iPod and was completely oblivious to me and everything else going on around him.</p>
<p>Later as we descended I asked what they were. He explained they were widescreen video glasses and when plugged into an iPod it was the same effect as watching a 52-inch high definition television screen. he was kind enough to let me try them briefly and experience it for myself.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s difficult to describe but it was quite amazing. I got a short trailer for the video game <a href="http://www.bbbsmarin-napa.org/call-of-duty-6-modern-warfare-2/">Call of Duty</a> and the experience was like being in my own personal movie theater. They were comfortable to wear, lightweight and you can plug in the attached earphones and completely cut out the outside world. It really was a great way to aleviate a long boring flight and quite an experience having big screen video right before my eyes.</p>
<p>I asked a few questions after I took them off. He told me that these were Vuzix iWear AV310 Widescreen Video Glasses, they cost about $200, and they work with video game systems, laptops, DVDs and all sorts of other portable devices. Pretty cool and now I own a pair myself &#8211; any time I want big screen video entertainment I pull out my High Definition Video eye wear and dissapear into my own private theatre. </p>
<p>I had no idea virtual reality glasses existed but I am now stocking up my iPod with all sorts of videos and no longer dread all those long horrid business trips. </p>
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		<title>High Definition System Components</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:03:27 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Gadgets]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[HDTV converter]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[HDTV monitor]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[HDTV tuner]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many people are led to believe that they will enjoy the HD experience just buy buying a High Definition TV. Well, that&#8217;s not the whole story. To truly get HDTV, you will need more than just the television itself. You will need to subscribe to HD programming and buy a few accessories like HDTV tuners.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many people are led to believe that they will enjoy the HD experience just buy buying a <a title="High Definition TV" href="http://damas-gov.com/plasma-vs-lcd-hdtv-flat-screen-tv/" target="_blank">High Definition TV</a>. Well, that&#8217;s not the whole story. To truly get HDTV, you will need more than just the television itself. You will need to subscribe to HD programming and buy a few accessories like HDTV tuners.</p>
<p><strong>What are HDTV Tuners?</strong></p>
<p>HDTV tuners are also known as HDTV receivers or HDTV decoders, precisely because those are the two main functions of an HDTV tuner. First, the HDTV tuner receives the HD signals, whether from your cable or satellite TV provider, <a title="Blu-Ray Technology" href="http://www.vds4.net/blu-ray-technology/" target="_blank">Blu-Ray player</a> or HDTV-capable video game console, then decodes and processes them so they can be displayed properly on your HDTV. If you do not have an HDTV tuner, you will only receive regular TV signals, which means you won&#8217;t get to enjoy the superior picture quality offered by your HDTV.</p>
<p><strong>Is an HDTV tuner different from an HDTV tuner card?</strong></p>
<p>Yes. An HDTV tuner and an HDTV tuner card differ in a few ways, mainly in how they are connected. An HDTV tuner is connected directly to the HDTV monitor while an HDTV tuner card connects to either the USB or PCI port of a computer. Also, HDTV tuners are box-like devices, which is why they are often referred to as Set-Top-Boxes (STBs), while HDTV tuner cards are slimmer and smaller. An HDTV tuner can also be a stand-alone device while you will need to have the computer turned on for the HDTV tuner card to work. In addition, the HDTV tuner is easier to set up and generally more stable than an HDTV tuner card.</p>
<p>Is an HDTV tuner different from an HDTV converter?</p>
<p>An HDTV tuner and an HDTV converter are two different devices. An HDTV tuner is used with HDTVs and simply receives and transmits HD signals. In contrast, an HDTV converter is used with analog or regular TVs and, as the name implies, converts digital signals into analog signals, allowing you to still receive HDTV broadcast signals.</p>
<p><strong>Do I need an HDTV tuner?</strong></p>
<p>The answer to this question depends on the type of HDTV that you have. If you have a full HDTV monitor or an HDTV with a built-in tuner, then purchasing an external one is not necessary. If you have just an HD-Ready TV, though, you will need to buy an HDTV tuner in order to receive signals in High Definition.</p>
<p><strong>What is the average price of a High Definition TV tuner?</strong></p>
<p>The average price of an HDTV tuner ranges from $80 to over $400. This depends on the brand of the HDTV, as well as the features.</p>
<p><strong>How do I install my HDTV tuner?</strong></p>
<p>Installing an HDTV tuner should be relatively easy. The most important thing is to connect it properly to your HDTV. Depending on the type of tuner you have, you should be able to find a port at the back or the side of your HDTV to connect it to. You should also be able to connect it to your antenna or other sources of HD content in order to receive the HD signals for it to transmit to your HDTV. When in doubt, consult your manual.</p>
<p>What HDTV tuner should I get?</p>
<p>Many cable and satellite TV providers offer their own HDTV tuners, which can spare you the trouble of shopping for your own. If yours does not, though, there are many for you to choose from. You can even buy your HDTV tuner online. To know which one, simply consider the features. The brand is important, too, not just so you can be assured of quality, but to ensure its compatibility with your HDTV. Take note that buying an HDTV tuner with the same brand as your HDTV is not required, although it is recommended if possible.</p>
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