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Asus T91 Multi Touchscreen Tab...

| March 7, 2010 | 55 Views |

The Asus Eee PC T91MT Tablet Netbook is the updated and newest version of their popular T91 convertible touchscreen netbook. Unlike original T91 Nebook, the new Asus Eee T91MT supports the first ever multi-touchscreen gestures (hence the “MT” in the model name). For those who are not familiar with multi-touchscreen gestures or do not know what the hype is all about; continue reading on and be sure...

Testing Bulletproof Vests...

| March 3, 2010 | 15 Views |

Only the most effective bulletproof vests are worthy of being certified by the National Institute of Justice. But the question is – which vest stops bullets with the least pain? Over at the Oregon Ballistics Lab, one of six NIJ-certified facilities in the US, testing is carried out by mounting the armor on a 220-pound block of modeling clay then using a mechanized rig to fire six .44-caliber...

Best Pimped Out Electronics...

| February 27, 2010 | 17 Views |

So what would you do with a spare half million dollars? Buy one the most expensive pimped out custom electronics available, that’s what! Topping the bill of the most pimped out electronics is Stuart Hughes’s solid gold Nintendo Wii Supreme, which is officially the “most unique and expensive in the world,” Gold Plated Diamond Encrusted Nintendo Wii Supreme Hughes, famed for plating electronics...

Amazing Steampunk Gadgets...

| February 25, 2010 | 65 Views |

Steampunk gadgets are great, not always ergonomic – or even but eye-catching and awe-inspiring nonetheless. That’s why, every so often, we like to post a list of the blogosphere’s favorite creations. Our first ‘steampunk’ article 2010 feature’s some crazy devices from the mind-bogglingly useful, to the insanely impractical. Steampunk Toilet Created by Patrick Brawley, this steampunk toilet...

MSI 3D AIO All-in-One PC...

| February 23, 2010 | 62 Views |

Here at 800HighTech we love a world first, and this one – set to be unveiled at the upcoming CeBIT 2010 show in Germany – is certainly worth the mention. The 3D AIO from MSI, is claimed to be the ‘World’s First Large Screen, Full HD 3D All-in-One PC’. MSI 3D AIO All in One PC While tech specs are still somewhat scarce, we do know that system will integrate a massive 22 or 24-inch...

Cobra Gold 2010 Vids and Pics...

| February 21, 2010 | 134 Views |

Cobra Gold 2010 was our second year sponsoring events held by MCCS. We were able to offer several great prizes to our military men and women in uniform as a sign of our thanks for what they do. In total over $4,000 in prizes were raffled, free all-inclusive golf tournament, and a free pizza party (with soda and beer included) to watch the Super Bowl. For those of you who could not make it, here is...

Python Rocket Mine Sweeping Ve...

| February 19, 2010 | 97 Views |

Briton’s Ministry of Defence has successfully deployed a new mine sweeping system known as the Python rocket. Similar to the U.S military’s Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC), The Python rocket is a trailer mounted ‘whip’ containing a string of explosives, designed ‘to open routes through complex battlefield obstacles and clear a path through minefields.’ Once launched, the rocket-propelled...

Video Streaming Solutions For ...

| February 17, 2010 | 98 Views |

Streaming video’s from the Internet to your iPhone – or iPod touch – is made easy with thanks to sites such as Youtube.Mobile. But if your favorite clips or movies aren’t readily available from a streaming website, you’ll no doubt find that keeping numerous video files on your iPhone’s hard drive is a storage hogging practice. Luckily there some great solutions to stream video...

Alienware M11x Portable Gaming...

| February 15, 2010 | 202 Views |

Unveiled the CES 2010, Alienware is redefining gaming with Dell Computers. To have a powerful enough rig, usually meant bulky computer gear that came with a hefty price tag as well. However, with the launch of the new M11x Ultra Portable Gaming Laptop, that has all changed! Regardless of where you are deployed, you can take hardcore gaming power with your on your travels. Ultra Mobile Gaming Laptop Power...

Armored Wall System...

| February 13, 2010 | 82 Views |

Troops in Afghanistan may soon be ditching the sand bags, and the rigorous task of installing them, for Lego-style armored wall system. McCurdy’s Armor – named after Ryan S. McCurdy, a marine who was killed whilst pulling wounded a comrade to safety – consists of attachable steel panels that once assembled, provide protection from mortars, grenades, rockets and improvised explosive devices. DDMat...