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If you are wondering what cell phones of the future might bring, check out this “Flash” concept phone by designer Peter Koren.
According to the Yanko Design website…
“Apparently people in 2014 will look back on our tilt sensors and laugh. What these futurians have instead are interactive projectors – straight from the phone. The phone [...]

 
 
 
If you are looking for a portable GPS device to help you find your next business meeting, check out Garmin’s nüvi 350.
According to the Forbes Traveler website…
“Originally developed by the Department of Defense for use on military maneuvers, GPS is now used by millions of ordinary motorists just to help them get home at night. [...]

 
 
 
To improve your health and reduce back pain, check out Real Simple Magazine’s article Good Posture 101 written by Daphne Howland…
“When the body is in perfect alignment, breathing is improved, blood flows well, the spine’s disks are well cushioned, and no one muscle group works harder than another.
But perfect posture doesn’t mean standing like a [...]

 
 
 
If you still use a land line in your home office, check out these new stylish cordless concept phones, as seen on YankoDesign.com, designed by London-based Chauhan Studio.
Both phones will be modestly priced and available later this year.

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If you frequently run out of power with your mobile device, check out Inflight Power’s recharging device.
According to the Inflight Power website…
Inflight Power has developed the unique USB travel charging cable for use in the typical passenger aircraft, bus or train seat. The Inflight Power cable is designed to recharge existing low power consumer electronic [...]

 
 
 
If you are an avid listener of XM or Sirius Satellite Radio on your way to / from the office, you my have more channel options in the near future.
According to the Associated Press story Justice Dept. Approves XM-Sirius Merger…
March 24, 2008 – The Justice Department on Monday approved Sirius Satellite Radio Inc.’s proposed $5 [...]

 
 
 
If you are looking for an alarm clock that will ensure you get up, check out the conceptual Seven Alarm Clock by designer Joel Escalona.
The Seven Alarm Clock is unique in that it can play your favorite MP3’s as an alarm, then gradually increases the volume if its motion sensor does not detect activity.  The [...]

 
 
 
If you travel or commute frequently and are looking to use the time to catch up on your TV shows, check out Pinnacle’s PCTV HD Ultimate Stick.
According to Pinnacle’s website…
Watch and record SD and free HD TV with no service fees on any PC using the Pinnacle PCTV HD Ultimate Stick.
The TV tuner and personal [...]

 
 
 
If you are traveling to China for business or the upcoming Olympic Summer Games, check out MSNBC’s 10 Chinese Etiquette Tips by May-lee Chai and Winberg Chai…
1. Banquets
You don’t have to eat everything (you can’t possibly anyway, there will be too much food). But try a little of every dish by putting some on your [...]

 
 
 
If you are using Windows Vista, you will be happy to know that Microsoft’s Windows Vista Service Pack 1 is scheduled to arrive today.
According to the Associated Press story Vista SP1 to Arrive Tuesday…
“Mar 17, 8:54 PM (ET) – A major package of updates and security fixes for Microsoft Corp.’s Windows Vista operating [...]

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