Mens Tech

Yes, yet another company is stepping into the arena to challenge the big boys. NO, Nokia’s n-Gage the Gizmondo do NOT count as real competition. IRIVER has been successfully battling Apple’s iPod. Lets see what they do with the G10 against SONY and NINTENDO. Ill tell you this it sure does LOOK slick. We will get you more info as it becomes available.

All right people we had to do some retooling around “Ye Olden Men’s Tech website” to better serve you. The summer is here and we knew we had to come back at you HARD! So we figured you’ll be spending time traveling or away from your home with friends and family maybe you need some MOBILE entertainment. But, I bet gas prices have your pockets a little tight. HUUUUM. What can Men’s Tech do to help??? I mean an Ipod would be nice! In fact a PSP (Playstation Portable) would be even better! But we all know PSPs go for 249.95 to 300.00+ at many stores and website (we won’t mention any names here to protect the NOT SO innocent). WELL HOW ABOUT WE KNOCK $120.00 OFF THE GOING PRICE!!! YEAH! How about that for a comeback special?
PSP FOR 159.99! PHOTOS, VIDEO, GAMES, MUSIC (that’s MP3, MP4, WAV AND ATRAC3plus) AND INTERNET for less than 160.00 bucks and you can upgrade the memory? Come-on! That’s insane!
OH BY THE WAY… YOUR WELCOME!

THE TREMENDOUS SPECS:

• CPU: PSP CPU (System clock frequency 1 - 333MHz)
• Main Memory: 32MB
• Embeded DRAM: 4MB
• Display: 4.3 inch, 16:9 Wide screen TFT LCD 480 x 272 pixel, 16.77 million colors
• Maximum luminance: 180 / 130 / 80cd/m2 (when using battery pack)
• Maximum luminance: 200 / 180 / 130 / 80cd/m2 (when using AC adaptor)
• Sound: Built-in stereo speakers
• Main Input/ Output : IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi) USB 2.0 (mini-B) Memory Stick Duo Infrared Port
• Disc Drive : UMD Drive (Read only)
• Main Connectors : Memory Stick Duo Slot USB connector DC IN 5V connector Headset connector
• Keys/Switches: Directional buttons (Up/Down/Right/Left) Analog Stick Enter keys (Triangle, Circle, Cross, Square) Left, Right shoulder buttons x 1 START button, SELECT button, HOME button x 1 POWER/HOLD switch x 1 Display button, Sound button, Volume +/- buttons x 1 Wireless LAN switch (ON/OFF) x 1 OPEN latch (UMD) x 1
• Power: Lithium-ion Battery AC Adaptor
• Profile: PSP Game UMD Audio (profile name TBD) UMD Video (profile name TBD)
• Codec: [Video]: "UMD": H.264/MPEG-4 AVC Main Profile Level3 [Video]: "Memory Stick": MPEG-4 SP,AAC [Music]: "UMD": linear PCM,ATRAC3plus™ [Music]: "Memory Stick": ATRAC3plus™,MP3(MPEG1/2 Layer3)
• Security: (Encryption) 128bit AES (Copyright protection technology) MagicGate
• Access control: Region, Parental Control
• Wireless: communications IEEE802.11b Infrastructure mode Ad hoc mode (connection up to 16 consoles)
• Dimensions: Approximately 6.7 in (W) x .9 in (H) x 2.9 in (D)
• Weight: Approximately 280g / .62 lbs (including battery)

Cut the cord with Saitek’s A-250 Wireless Bluetooth 2.1 Speaker System. These neodymium speakers feature high-fidelity wireless technology that streams your music from your PC to provide excellent sound and bass performance. This system includes a low-profiled woofer and two long-range tweeters and media commands (i.e. volume +/-, play, skip, pause, forward and back) to operate your PC. The unit is powered solely by a four of ‘AA’ batteries (sold separately) the high-quality wireless link receives and controls audio within 98 ft range. With this stylish black beauty, transfer music easily from room to room — whether you’re reading downstairs, cooking, working in the yard or entertaining company. Buy one?

More:

• Streams tunes wirelessly from your PC and can connect directly to any audio player
• Neodymium speaker technology boosts the bass performance and offers enhanced audio performance
• Features high-quality wireless link that receives and controls audio within 98 foot range
• Connect to MP3, CD and portable media players via the included 3.5mm jack audio cable
  

The Lumipad is a motion activated, glowing message board. It’s powered by 4-AAA batteries and has a magnetic backing to stick to your fridge or other magnetic surface. I lights up when you walk past it to ensure it catches your attention. Its cleaner that a chalkboard or a traditional white board. Definitely has a lot of potential. Buy one here!

Check out http://www.planetcdrom.com 99% of their products are free! You just pay a nominal fee for shipping! Free Computer Games and Software (like Anytime Organizer below), DVD Movies and Music CDs. Pay them a visit, you will definitely find something you like.

Your on the road. No Starbucks nearby. You need to get online with your laptop. Hummmm, now what? What if there was a way could quickly and easily find a HOTSPOT for Wireless Internet Connections without having to boot up your computer and wander around aimlessly? WIFI Sentry to the rescue. The device comes with four powerful led lights that indicate the WIFI strength. Just point in a direction and wait 2 seconds to find a hotspot.

FEATURES:

• Compact, lightweight unit
• Virtually immune to false readings from microwave ovens and cordless phones
• Detects 802.11b and g networks
• Fast detection - typically less than 1/2 second
• 4 LEDs for accurate indication of signal strength and direction
• GET ONE AND BUY ME ONE TOO.

Yesterday I mentioned FPS games. Well one of my favorites is HALF-LIFE. I mean there are plenty of great blow stuff/people to bits games but HALF-LIFE has a awesome storyline, DROP DEAD GORGEOUS SUPERMODEL ART/DESIGN and just when you think you’ll get bored or that your done they drop ONE more level on you.

There was the original HALF-LIFE. There is a string of amazing mods (Counter-Strike, Day of Defeat, Team Fortress, Opposing Force, Blue Shift) and of course HALF-LIFE 2 "… THE BEST GAME EVER MADE" according to PC GAMER and soon to be released HALF-LIFE 2 EPISODE ONE (JUNE, 1st). Give HALF-LIFE a try, you wont be disappointed.

If you play a lot of first person games (Doom, Halflife, Unreal Tournament, F.E.A.R etc.) one of your biggest obstacles and the thing that can determine your outcome is keyboard configuration. You can spend an hour just trying to figure out a keyboard layout that’s most comfortable and easy to remember/utilize. I know I have often wished I had a custom made keyboard for every game I plan on spending some time with however that would be cost
inefficient/prohibitive for both the game companies and the gamer. Yes, some game companies do have keyboard layovers, but they are often more confusing that helpful.

That is where Extreme Tech and PD Scientific’s Wolf Claw II FPS Keyboard comes in and creates an interesting and effective solution. The Wolf Claw II FPS Keyboard isn’t the only gaming keyboard on the market and there are “Gaming Mice” as well but not may of them are actually well designed products. 2 USB ports, plug and play, WSAD and all the buttons associated with “FPS” games have been shifted and consolidated on the left side of the keyboard. The numeric keys 0-9 are positioned at the top in an "arc" shape to make in game weapon selection easier. I could go on and on or you could just GET ONE!

Yes she is a MONSTER. The DV8900 is part digital camera, part video camera, part MP3 Player, Voice Recorder AND webcam what more do you want? How about THICK 22MB of storage (upgradeable to 2GB!) and a 2" full color LCD display. The Digital Camera has a 5Megapixel resolution, and the Video has a auto focus lens, 4 x digital zoom and Night Shot Mode that actually WORKS. Want to share your media with your friends; photos and movies can be routed straight to your TV (cables included). The 22MB of onboard memory will hold up to 5 minutes of quality home video footage, 34 high resolution 5Megapixel photos, or 46 minutes of your favorite MP3s (with your headphones or with the build in speakers). The DV8900 has a built in mic and don’t forget the infrared remote control so you can make it your own mini home theatre. All that and it fits in your palm. If you don’t want one buy me one!

Spec/Features:

• Digital video camcorder, digital camera, web cam, MP3 player and voice recorder in one.
• A 2.0" LCD display.
• A built-in 22MB Flash Memory.
• A potential 2GB external memory when you purchase an SD/MMC Card
• The camera records videos in MPEG-4 format for extended recording.
• An AV-IN function and cable so you can enjoy DVDs and VHS wherever you are.
• A TV-out function so you can display your photos and home movies on to your
• The camera takes still photographs of up to 10 megapixels with high resolution.
• A 5 Mega pixel CMOS sensor.
• An Auto Focus lens with mechanical shutter
• A digital zoom of up to 4 times (real time).
• A self-timer.
• Night Shot Mode.
• Anti-red Eyes.
• The Web Cam function generates up to 30 frames per second.
• An MP3 player function with 15-channel equalizer and 4 x Audio FX settings.
• A pair of earphones.
• The Voice Recorder function records approximately 2 hours of your undoubtedly scintillating chatter using the internal 22MB memory.
• A microphone and speaker for sound clarity.
• An infrared remote control so you can make it your bedside stereo or mini home theatre.
• An Auto Power Off of 1 minute, 3 minute, 5 minute or just plain ‘Off’.
• A USB cable (2.0 interface).
• A 4X CD ROM for software installation.
• A tripod.
• An extensive instruction manual.
• A soft bag and wrist strap.
• Size: - Camera: 9 x 5.5 x 2.3cm
• LCD display: 5 x 4.5 x 1cm
• Tripod: 14 x 3 x 1cm (flat).
  

System requirements:

• Microsoft Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP
• Direct X 9.0 (or above)
• Windows Media Player Codec
• Pentium III processor (or above)
• 128MB RAM for system memory
• Video card with 64 MB RAM for a minimum 24 bit (True Color) display.
• The camera is black and silver in color.
• Requires a Nokia-6108 Li-Ion Battery (included). The battery is rechargeable via your USB