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Thursday, July 01, 2010

Toshiba Libretto W100 preview

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/01/toshiba-libretto-w100-preview/

The Toshiba Libretto W100 made a guest appearance on the Engadget Show last week, and since we got to spend a bit more time with the dualscreen laptop we thought it was only right to release some more impressions into the ether. We also got confirmation from Toshiba that the somewhat-of-a-concept-PC will be hitting retail channels in August, including Amazon, and will cost $1,100. It may be one of the only dualscreen tablets on the market, but no matter how you break it down that price seems a little outrageous. But you wouldn't make up your mind before reading some further impressions and watching a close up video of the screens working in tandem, would you? Well then, we'll see you after the break.

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Toshiba Libretto W100 preview originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microsoft announces InstaLoad battery technology: never insert a battery the wrong way again

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/01/microsoft-announces-instaload-battery-technology-never-insert-a/

Microsoft has certainly had some ups and downs with its products over the years, but we're pretty sure the company's new InstaLoad technology falls somewhere between a home run and the best thing it's ever done. It promises to do nothing short of redefine the way you insert batteries, and let you shove 'em into devices without any regard for positive or negative polarity. That's apparently possible thanks to a patented battery contact design, which Microsoft says "simply works," and is compatible with a whole range of battery sizes (both standard and rechargeable). What's more, Microsoft is now already licensing the technology to third party device suppliers, and is even offering a royalty-free license for suppliers and manufacturers of accessibility products. Still no word on when the first devices using the technology will be available, but Microsoft already counts Duracell and flashlight-manufacturer AE Light among its partners. Head on past the break for the complete press release.

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Verizon sends letter, $25 gift card to patient Droid Incredible buyers

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/01/verizon-sends-letter-25-gift-card-to-patient-droid-incredible/

Still haven't received your HTC Droid Incredible due to that AMOLED shortage? Then it looks like you'll soon be hearing from Verizon, if you haven't already. Android Central reports that the carrier has begun sending letters to all customers still waiting for their phones that apologizes for delay, and informs them that they'll soon also be receiving a $25 Verizon gift card as a little thank you for their patience. As for when you'll actually receive the phone itself, however, Verizon is only saying that if your order date was June 28th or prior, you "may experience an additional delay of up to 7 business days."

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Verizon sends letter, $25 gift card to patient Droid Incredible buyers originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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DirecTV's new n3D channel is the first to bring home all 3D, all the time

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/01/directvs-new-n3d-channel-is-the-first-to-bring-home-all-3d-all/

DirecTV and Panasonic flipped the switch on the nation's first 24 hour 3D network this morning, sending n3D out on channel 103 to all properly equipped viewers. Of course, if you've got your 3DTV, your H21 or higher satellite receiver and some 3D specs, what will you be watching? Besides events like the upcoming NASCAR race from Daytona, an exclusive 3D feed of the MLB All-Star Game and (locally available) broadcasts of a Yankees/Mariners series, July's schedule is packed with demo content like Guitar Center Sessions with Peter Gabriel and Jane's Addiction and Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia. Beyond that there's a few IMAX flicks on the new DirecTV Cinema in 3D channel, and World Cup games from ESPN 3D through video on demand, check Zap2it for a full schedule but don't be shocked to see a lot of repeats, for now.

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DirecTV's new n3D channel is the first to bring home all 3D, all the time originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for! use of feeds.

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Seeeduino Film is just the thing for all your flexible Arduino needs

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/01/seeeduino-film-is-just-the-thing-for-all-your-flexible-arduino-n/

The Arduino microcontroller: fuel for so many delightfully geeky projects. Your wacky instruments and DIY 'less lethal' weapons will be getting a lot 'looser' soon, thanks to Seeed Studio and it's Arduino compatible flexible printed circuit (FPC) board. Unlike most circuit boards, the insulating material in an FPC is -- wait for it -- flexible (hence the name). Featuring a fully functional Atmega 168 / 328 breakout, USB-Serial interface, a built-in charger circuit, and more, the Seeeduino Film only exists in prototype form at the moment. That said, the company said that it is making several units available "for community inspiration." Hop on over to the source link to get in on the ground floor.

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Seeeduino Film is just the thing for all your flexible Arduino needs originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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