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Bugatti Espresso Machine gets you caffeine in style

Most coffee makers have become so incredibly ordinary that they barely get noticed, except when you’re feeling a little deprived of your caffeine fix.  Some are a little more fancy than others, but as far as looks go they’re about as exciting as a microwave.  These Bugatti Coffee Machines won’t be able to blend in within any kitchen.  The colors featured on the coffee maker are as cheery as you’ll be after your first or second cup of coffee.

Even if the bright colors weren’t enough to make it stand out, the shape alone is plenty.  Although I’m sure the two colors seen here can be found somewhere, the only ones that can be found on Amazon are a nice chrome, red and black.  The machine has a 15-bar pump that allows for 1 or 2 cups of coffee at a time.  It is capable of using both ground coffee as well as pods.  It also has a steam wand for frothing milk or making cappuccino and tea.  It also has a temperature gauge, brass fittings, an integrated water tank and a cup warmer.  It also has a unique drop system that guarantees fresh water intake from the integrated tank.  You can purchase one for $1,300 on Amazon.

Philips develops roadside drug test

One quick blow on a device and cops can find out just how much alcohol you’ve consumed.  Sadly though, so far they haven’t had a roadside way to test for drugs.  Which means cops have to drag in people that they suspect to be using drugs.  Well that will be changing at some point in the somewhat near future.  Read the rest of this entry »

Nikon is a trusted name when it comes to digital cameras, and it is nice to know that the company doesn’t aim to rest on its laurels anytime soon with a new Coolpix line being unleashed upon us consumers, featuring the S70, S1000pj, S640 and S570. First of all, the S70 will continue from where previous touchscreen models left off, featuring Nikon’s most recent update to its internal technology with a 3.5? Clear Color Display and a new generation of touchscreen controls that make photo shooting and playback a snap. Apart from that, it comes in a stylish dual-texture design with the ability to capture video in high definition at 720p resolution, although you won’t be able to get full HD with this. Other features include a 12.1-megapixels sensor, a 5x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR lens, ISO 6400, 5-way VR Image Stabilization System, Subject Tracking, Scene Auto Selector Mode and Nikon’s Smart Portrait System.

Up next would be something that many people have raved about – the S1000pj which is capable of turning your photo-sharing experience into a multimedia one with the touch of a button, as it will automatically project images and videos up to 40? in size. With the camera’s special slideshow function, you can now playback pictures with background music to boot alongside pretty unique transitions, making gullible people think you’re an overnight PowerPoint sensation. Features of the S1000pj include a 12.1-megapixels sensor, a 5x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR lens, ISO from 64 to 6400, 5-way VR Image Stabilization System, Subject Tracking, Scene Auto Selector Mode and Nikon’s Smart Portrait System. Read more about it in detail here.

As for the Coolpix S640, this sleek and fast camera comes with enhanced speed capabilities for you to shoot images within the fastest start up time possible for a consumer level digital camera, clocking in at 0.7 seconds from the moment it is turned on alongside a short shutter release time lag. Other features packed into its slim, stylish all metal body include a 12.1-megapixels sensor, a 5x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR lens, a 2.7? Clear Color LCD display, ISO from 64 to 6400, 4-way VR Image Stabilization System, Subject Tracking, Scene Auto Selector Mode and Nikon’s Smart Portrait System.

Last but not least would be the Coolpix S570 that is but an entry level digital camera, offering a decent shooting experience without breaking the bank. It will be powered by a 12-megapixels sensor, a 5x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens, ISO 3200 at full resolution, a bright 2.7? LCD display, 4-way VR Image Stabilization System, Scene Auto Selector Mode, Nikon’s Smart Portrait System and movie mode.

You can pick up the S70, S1000pj, S640 and S570 for $399.95, $429.95, $249.95 and $199.95, respectively, when they arrive at store shelves later this September.

Logitech Unifying Receiver

Forget about having one ring to rule them all – the Logitech Unifying Receiver aims to free up your USB ports from the tyranny of USB gizmos around the desk by connecting up to half a dozen compatible devices, making sure your notebook or computer has free USB ports that can be used when the situation calls for it. This new Logitech Unifying Receiver won’t be too lonely where released, since it is bundled with new Logitech products including the K340 and K350 wireless keyboards, Marathon Mouse M705 and Wireless Mouse M505. You can always leave the Logitech Unifying Receiver inside your computer when traveling since it won’t stick out like a sore thumb, measuring just 8mm from the USB port. It keeps everything paired together via 2.4GHz wireless connectivity and boasts 128-bit AES encryption for added security.

Contortionist could start a folding bike revolution

I have seen fold-up bikes before, and none of them were very impressive. The first I ever saw was back in the eighties, in the Sharper Image Catalog. If I were to find a picture of that particular bike, then I would post it here so you could have a good laugh. Read the rest of this entry »