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HG April 21, 2010

Video: How does the Powermat work? It’s f***ing quantum mechanics!

Video: How does the Powermat work? It’s f***ing quantum mechanics! by

I know it’s a shameless viral video attempt, but I can’t help to laugh at this cheeky Powermat commercial. My favourite is the boss at the end. Does this marketing tactic work for you? Think it’s genius or ridiculous? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section.

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HG April 15, 2010

Video: The first waterproof pocket cam

Video: The first waterproof pocket cam by

A look at the new Kodak PlaySport, a 1080p “Flash” camcorder for your pocket that can go as deep as 10 feet (3 metres). Here I chat about the pros and cons of this interesting product.

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HG March 31, 2010

Sanyo bows 5 new HD ‘Dual Cameras’

Sanyo bows 5 new HD ‘Dual Cameras’ by

Thin is in with Sanyo’s just-launched new line of “dual cameras” that deliver 1080p HD video and 8- to 14-megapixel still photos — and with neat features like “sound zoom.”

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HG March 29, 2010

Video: A look at Skype for BlackBerry

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Ever wish you could make free calls on your BlackBerry? Skype for BlackBerry lets you call other Skype users — on a PC or smartphone — and talk for free via WiFi. CrackBerry.com gives a walkthrough on how it all works and discusses its pros and cons.

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HG March 24, 2010

Video: Is this the laptop of the future?

Video: Is this the laptop of the future? by

Thanks to Sync reader Bob Ortiz for sending me this video link. It’s an Evgeny Orkin design concept for the “Rolltop” computer of the future. Check out the foldable OLED display. Talk about German engineering!

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HG March 22, 2010

Video: This digital photo frame can do WHAT?!

Video: This digital photo frame can do WHAT?! by

In this informal video review of the new Kodak Pulse, I’ll discuss what separates this product from the many other digital picture frames on the market. You’ll love it. Pardon my scruffy appearance. And why is my head cut off? Oh, never mind.

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HG March 19, 2010

PayPal Canada GM chats about mobile payments

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In this Q&A with PayPal Canada’s Darrell MacMullin, we chat about the popular payment service’s newest features — including the ability to “bump” two iPhones together to exchange money.

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HG March 12, 2010

How to get Amazon’s Kindle for free

How to get Amazon’s Kindle for free by

OK, I admit the headline is tad misleading – though it’s not a lie. Amazon isn’t giving away free Kindle e-book readers away, sorry, but they did announce today the ability to download the Kindle application (app) for your PC for free – and download hundreds of thousands of free books, too.

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HG March 9, 2010

Video: The cheapest media tablet around?

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In this informal video, I chat about the mibook (pronounced “my book”), a US $70 media tablet that plays videos, photos, music and electronic books. Can you expect great quality for this price? Check it out.

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HG March 4, 2010

Geocaching – GPS treasure hunting game for the family

Geocaching – GPS treasure hunting game for the family by

Looking for something to do over Spring Break with the kids that is affordable and fun? Consider geocaching!

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