The SQ Blaster Plus strolled into town, but before it knew what had hit it, it was bundled into the back of a van and taken to the
FCC’s secret underground bunker in Washington. It was there that strange men in blue lab coats found out what lay beneath that black plastic box that’s remarkably similar to
last year’s offering. Hidden inside is a 802.11 b/g WiFi module and an infrared blaster, capable of beaming out commands to your TV and similarly equipped appliances. It’s also only packing the one side-mounted aerial, whereas the older generation had the choice of internal or external. Now that it’s been passed fit and proper by the government, it can’t be long until it reaches our
shelves pre-order lists.
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We know you’ve got questions, and if you’re brave enough to ask the world for answers, here’s the outlet to do so. This week’s
Ask Engadget inquiry is from is from Kevin, who’s decided to abandon laptops for his Mac Mini. If you’re looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at
ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.
“Hi All. I purchased a 2011 Mac Mini with dedicated graphics for PhotoShop and InDesign. I’ve grown tired of my Core 2 Duo Laptop, instead I want to bring my Mac Mini to and from work (I’ve got display, keyboard and mouse at both places so it’s not a problem). It might be a weird idea, I wanna try it. Any suggestions on what I can use to carry it, as long as its discrete as I commute quite a bit. Thanks!”
Well, we’re impressed by his commitment and his plan, but has anyone else made the leap and lived to tell the tale? We’ve never seen a mac at a LAN party, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t some exquisite accessories available for the purpose. One, two, you know what to do.
(NB: If you don’t know what to do, it’s to give your helpful suggestions and personal experiences in the comments below)
Ask Engadget: Best Mac Mini carrying case? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 17 Mar 2012 22:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Need something to sate that Windows 8-lust Microsoft stirred up with its Consumer Preview? Then take a gander at this in-development vehicle control app shown off at the company’s Redmond campus as part of this year’s Worldwide Public Safety Symposium. Developed by Modularis, an outfit known for their enterprise, federal and OEM automation solutions, the Metro-style application turns its host slate into a virtual controller, granting users remote access to door locks, sirens, lights, as well as the ability to pull cloud-based data — courtesy of Windows Azure — from multiple cars to determine GPS location. And, as you’ll see in the video after the break, it also has the unintended and wholly amusing benefit of freaking out innocent passers-by.
Continue reading Windows 8 app keeps perps under virtual lock and key, frightens pedestrians (video)
Windows 8 app keeps perps under virtual lock and key, frightens pedestrians (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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If you’ve ever felt the burning urge to mirror your smartphone’s display onto a larger screen, then you might consider stuffing GeChic’s portable, 13.3-inch monitor into the ol’ man purse for your next wayward outing. We’re not promising that it’ll be simple, but in addition to supporting laptops, game consoles and digital cameras, you can also rig up your smartphone to the On-Lap 1302 monitor — with the assistance of a tangle of adapters, batteries and cords, that is. The product is said to be just 8mm thick, but most importantly, this 1366 x 768 display can be powered either from your laptop’s USB port or an external battery pack. It includes proper hookups for VGA and HDMI video connections (via a proprietary 30-pin connector), but laptop users may also purchase a Mini DisplayPort accessory. Throw in Apple’s Digital AV Adapter or an MHL to HDMI solution, and boom, you’ve also got support for your iPhone and many Android smartphones. Okay, so it’s a bit convoluted, but the product’s video touts this as, “The best idea ever,” and along with its homespun production, we think you’ll enjoy it for a good laugh — so just hop the break. Those interested in such gear will find it on Newegg next month for $199.
Continue reading GeChic On-Lap 1302 is a ‘Secret Tool’ to give your smartphone dual screens (video)
GeChic On-Lap 1302 is a ‘Secret Tool’ to give your smartphone dual screens (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 17 Mar 2012 03:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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The Paradiso Synthesizer at the MIT Museum might be the largest homemade instrument of its type. That fact alone does make it interesting but, what makes this room-sized collection of wooden cabinets connected by a web of cables really stand out is the fact that you can control it from the comfort of you home with nothing more than a browser. The web app, PatchWerk, lets individuals from around the world come together and commandeer Joe Paradiso’s creation… at least in a limited form. As you turn dials and flip switched you can hear the soundscape change, and their real life counterparts react in kind on the museum floor. Hit up the source link to try it out for yourself and check out the video after the break to see the monstrosity you’ll be hijacking.
Continue reading PatchWerk lets you control a monsterous modular synth with your browser (video)
PatchWerk lets you control a monsterous modular synth with your browser (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 16 Mar 2012 23:08:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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It’s another edition of the Engadget Mobile Podcast, and we’re ready to rock the mics by discussing the latest and greatest — and in many cases, the worst — of what the wireless world has to offer. So join us at 5PM ET!
March 16, 2012 5:00 PM EST
Continue reading Listen to the Engadget Mobile Podcast, live at 5PM ET!
Listen to the Engadget Mobile Podcast, live at 5PM ET! originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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