Having an artificially intelligent computer at our beck and call has long been the fantasy of every green blooded sci-fi fan amongst us. Finally Siri on the iPhone 4s has given us a tantalizing taste of this promised future… and we’re lapping it up.
However it’s not all roses in our 2011 A.I. future tech fantasy. Sure Siri can schedule appointments, make funny quips and answer inane trivia questions with the help of Wolfram Alpha but she has one failing… to get her to listen you’ve got to have your hands on your phone and push a button. Somehow when we imagined the future of smart computer companions we assumed that shouting at them from across the room to do our bidding was part of the package. Apparently not.
I’m not entirely clear on what it does, but it’s scary enough…
* Mini Humidifiers are shaped like R2-D2 and are powered via USB
* Pop R2′s top and add water, plug-in for soothing mist
* Piezoelectric technology
* Imported from Japan
* Fully Licensed Lucasfilm Collectable
I guess he’s not content as a totally kick ass soy sauce bottle, now he can humidify your office space. or perhaps you can combine the two and make your office smell like a cheap chinese take out place?
It’s available right now for $100, which will buy you more what appears to be more than just a novelty mouse –you’ll get a 5600dpi 3.5g laser sensor, seven “Hyperesponse” buttons, an ambidextrous design and, yes, some Tron-inspired light and sound effects.
The mouse effect is done with a simple glow in the dark mouse pad, so you do can do the light effect at home! The sound effects though…why would anyone put a speaker in a mouse? I think I’d have to hear these sounds effects to truly pass judgment, but they seem pretty ill conceived.
Oakley, Inc. today announced the upcoming debut of its innovative new 3D eyewear. A special edition will celebrate the release of TRON: Legacy, a much-anticipated Disney 3D film opening in U.S. theaters on December 17, 2010. The new “TRON” Limited Edition 3D Gascan® by Oakley will give movie audiences the superior technologies developed specifically for Oakley 3D eyewear, assuring a premium 3D experience.
Will be out November for U.S. $150. For some 3-d glasses that have a vague connection to TRON. Sign me up, me and my internet money want some!
Standing 3-inches tall and made of sturdy plastic, the Iron Man 4GB USB Flash Drive is a perfect blend of cool design and practicality. Need to store that important file or clip of a movie? With 4GB of memory, this baby can certainly hold its share of pictures, MP3s, or anything else you need to store on the go! It makes a great gift and perfect addition to any Iron Man fan's collection.
TRON Headphones, iPod® Dock from Monster: DCP and Monster, a leading manufacturer of high-performance headphones and A/V accessories, have collaborated to bring the ultimate set of headphones designed for the TRON fan, music enthusiasts and serious gamers. The new TRON Headphones capture the design aesthetic of the world of TRON. The Monster Tron T1 over-ear headphones feature Advanced Noise Suppression Technology and ControlTalk™, which enables easy and clear hands-free calling (SRP $349.99). The Monster/Disney Tron line will also feature an iPod dock inspired by the iconic data disk from TRON: Legacy ($249.99) and high quality in-ear headphones that will feature ControlTalk™ Universal and crystal-clear Monster Headphone signature sound technology ($99.99).
Really? $350 for a light up ipod dock? oh wait, it’s from Monster, guess that makes sense. It sure is pretty though!
