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Google Wave

Google has now started public testing of Google wave, with 100,000 people invited into the testing phase, each of which can invite up to five people to join in on the testing.

Google Wave is an online tool that lets people communicate via video, instant messaging and wiki style editing, or as Google describes it “how e-mail would look if it were invented today”.

Google Wave is designed to transform the way we communicate online, and the developer behind it has described it as a ‘communication and collaboration tool’

Casio Cubic Puzzle Watch

We have seen quite a few different geeky watches here on Geeky Gadgets, the latest one is from Casio, the Casio Cubic Puzzle Watch.

The Casio Cubic Puzzle Watch features a long case with a custom designed LCD display, and the buttons are arranged in a Tetris like layout, unfortunately the watch doesn’t come with any built in games.

The Casio Cubic Puzzle Watch features a rubber case and band, has a built in stopwatch, alarm and date mode, and it is water reistant to 5ATM.

If you want one the Casio Cubic Puzzle Watch is available to pre-order for $89.95 from Tokyoflash, and it comes in a choice of colors, blue and black.

Oh Gizmo via Gizmodo and Geek Alerts

Full Size Batmobile Replica

Check out this amazing replica of the Batmobile built by someone from Sweden, the replica Batmobile took three and a half years to make, with over 20,000 hours to complete.

The replica was built using a 1973 Lincoln Continental, and the whole project cost over $1 million US dollars.

The replica Batmobile is packed with gadgets and has built in satellite navigation, voice recognition, machine guns, reversing cameras, a DVD player, a Plasma TV and even height adjustable bodywork.

Head on over to Billfeber for more details.

via The Red Ferret.

Swordfish Net 102 Dual Processor Netbook

A company called Haleron Technologies is releasing a netbook which features dual Intel Atom processors, the Swordfish Net 102 netbook.

The Swordfish Net 102 netbook comes with not one but two Intel Atom N270 1.6GHz processors, 2GB of DDR2 RAM, a 160GB hard drive, and a 10.2 inch LCD display with a resolution of 1024 by 600.

Other specifications include a 1.3 megapixel web camera, WiFi, 3G, a 4 in one card reader, dual Bluetooth, and 10/100 LAN, and a 3 cell 2450mAh battery.

The Swordfish Net 102 netbook is available now for $449 from Haleron.

via Wired Gadget Lab

Retro Video Game Messenger Bags

We have seen some cool retro arcade game messenger bags before on Geeky Gadgets, now there are some new ones available which look even cooler than the last ones.

First up is the Space Dip Retro messenger bag, which is handmade from synthetic leather, and measures 14.5 inches by 10.5 inches by 5 inches.

Next up is the Pac-Man Retro Messenger bag, featuring, Pac-Man himself as well as Blinky, Pinky, Inky and Clyde, this one measure 14.6 inches by 10.6 inches by 5.1 inches.

Finally we have this cool Space Invaders Flight bag which measures 11.4 inches by 13.4 inches by 5.5 inches.

If you want one of these cool video game messenger bags, prices start at $88 and they are all available from TheRockza’s shop over at Etsy.

VholdR Contour HD1080P

Some of our readers will remember the VholdR Countour HD, head mountable HD video camera that we features on the site previously, that could record HD video in 720p.

There is now a new model available that can record Full HD video in 1080p, the VholdR Contour HD1080P.

Shoot and Share in Full HD with the only camcorder small enough to wear on your goggles. Introducing the World’s First (and lightest) HD Wearable Camcorder to shoot and share 1080p video. Available in two models, ContourHD or ContourHD1080p, this hands-free wearable video camera makes it simple to records hours of beautiful HD video and share your adventures online in seconds.

The VholdR Contour HD1080P is now available to pre-order for $330 from VholdR.

via The Awesomer

Esperanza (Hope) Lucha Libre T-Shirt by Reece Ward

Here is another cool t-shirt design from our favourite t-shirt designer Reece Ward, the Esperanza (Hope) Lucha Libre T-Shirt.

I sat on this, until I thought the time was right! And did loads of different versions before I finally decided on this.
I ‘esparanza’ you like it!

If you want one they are available for $24.14 from Red Bubble.

Thanks Reece for the tip!

LG GD510 Mobile Phone

LG has added a new mobile phone to their range, with the launch of the LG GD510.

The LG GD510 features a 3 inch WQVGA touchscreen display with a resolution of 240 x 400, and comes with a 3 megapixel camera, and 8GB of built in storage.

The LG GD510 features a brushed aluminium case, and features a single button the face that is used to access the menu, end and cancel keys depending on which mode the phone is in.

Another feature of the LG GD510  is that there will be an optional solar panel that will replace the battery cover and can be used to charge the built in battery via solar power.

There is no word on pricing or availability as yet.

via Slash Phone

Belkin “for the Cure” iPod Touch Cases

Belkin has launched two new cases for the iPod Touch, called the ‘for the Cure’ cases, where part of the proceeds on the sale of each case will be given to a breast cancer charity, and Belkin will be donating a minimum of $100,000 to the charity.

There are two models of cases available, first up is the Grip for the cure case which will fit the 2nd generation iPod Touch, and $2.50 from each case sold will be donated to charity.

Next up is the DualFit for the Cure case, which can be worn on your arm when you are out running or cycling etc.

Each of these cases are now available for $29.99 each from Belkin.

via Slippery Brick

LaCie Sound2 Speakers

We have seen quite a few of the funky designs by Neil Poulton and LaCie before on Geeky Gadgets, the latest design is a new pair of speakers designed to be used with your netbook or notebook, the LaCie Sound2 Speakers.

The LaCie Sound2 Speakers are USB powered and each speaker features a built in USB cable so they can be connected directly to your laptop.

The LaCie Sound2 Speakers are a collaboration between LaCie and Cabasse, one of the most respected hi-fi sound-system companies in the world since 1950. With their sophisticated and advanced acoustic engineering, the Sound2 Speakers represent a step up from previous generations of USB speakers, and most importantly, demonstrate that high-quality sound doesn’t have to come at a high price. With a Class D Digital Amplifier, magnetic shielding, a bass reflex system, and a 30W total peak system output, the Sound2 Speakers provide amazing sound quality.

The LaCie Sound2 Speakers will be available shortly for $99.99 from LaCie.