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Tech items will be so big in 2007 that we decided to dedicate this issue of the Top 10 list to tech and electronics. If you want an MP3 player other than an iPod, check out the Zune. Take a look at the Glofish ETen X500 if you need the ultimate portable, feature-rich smart phone. Girls night out at the clubs? Look for the Straight Up hair-straightening stations! Read about these products and much much more!  |
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As if the features of the new Microsoft Zune aren’t exciting enough, there’s an added element of surprise: the color! Only 100 limited edition Orange Zunes were made and randomly slipped into boxes. Released in mid-November, these blind items can only be specifically found on Ebay, retailing for around $750! // Zune.net |
NETGEAR's WiFi Phone is the world's first wireless internet phone that can make free calls to other Skype users anywhere in the world, anytime you have WiFi access, no PC required! For just $249.99, you can start calling people without using a monthly cellular phone service. This is great for traveling as well as everyday use! // Skype.com |
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The Glofish ETen X500 claims to be the world's slimmest Windows Mobile
5.0 powered Smart phone. Key features include GPS, Samsung CPU,
Bluetooth, Wifi, and much more. For $639.95, you can buy this stylish, Smart phone and experience portability at its best!
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This 5.5 lb laptop includes an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 1GB of DDR2 memory, 120GB hard drive, and an 8x DVD multi-writer, among many other features. The 15.4” wide screen is great for movie-watching. $2,000. This sleek, portable laptop will be a hot commodity for students, professionals, and gamers! // Samsung.com |
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Theater System is the latest technology in home theater, bringing Wi Fi to your living room. Plug in any Digital or Analog source component, and this gadget will transmit uncompressed video and audio to surrounding speakers and TV set. Pricing starts at $6,000! // Neosonik.com |
The Beautiful Vending Company came out with a revolutionary hair-straightening machine called “Straight Up.” These machines can be found at various gyms, clubs, and shopping centers, letting anyone straighten their hair with GHD ceramic irons. These irons are so hot that they actually maintain good hygiene! |
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This metal pen, developed by Grand Illusions, is the perfect novelty gift for any student. It may look like a shiny lead crayon, but actually works as a pen! This 8cm long stainless steel pen has absolutely no ink, and works by leaving traces of its metal alloy tip on paper. This sleek and stylish writing instrument can be used by people of all ages! |
The Voltaic Backpack is durable so you can for use as a weekend hiking bag or as a regular backpack. If your cell phone, camera, or iPod is out of batteries, have no fear! The solar panels on the bag will charge up while you’re strolling in the sun and you can charge your electronic goods with that energy. These bags come in stylish colors as well as messenger bag form. |
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These wooden USB memory sticks are the ultimate hybrid between technology and the environment! The sticks are picked from the woods, manually selected based on their natural beauty, and then professionally handmade into unique and personal USB memory sticks. There’s nothing like seeing a mini-branch sticking out of your computer. //Oooms.nl |
The first automat landed in New York City in 1912, and it has now been resurrected in St. Mark’s Place with a new, modern look. Bamn is an inexpensive alternative, offering burgers, pizza, hot dogs, and other real food. Best of all, the food is freshly prepared and stored in individual, clean compartments. If you’re on the go and want a quick bite, stop by the revamped automat! // Bamnfood.com |
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