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PlayStation Vita to go on sale at Midnight in 6 Sony Stores

 

The new PlayStation Vita handheld gaming device will not officially be released in stores until February 22nd, but Sony is set to launch sales at its flagship Manhattan Sony Store (550 Madison Ave.) at midnight on February 15th. PlayStation Vita will be released at Sony Stores in six U.S. cities at midnight on February 22nd.

Pink Nintendo 3DS System out for Valentine’s Day

If you're looking for a last minute gadget gift for Valentine's Day today, this Pearl Pink edition Nintendo 3DS hand-held system should put a smile on your loved ones face. Priced at $169.99, the pink Nintendo 3DS device offers all of the features found on the original 3DS system, including augmented-reality features the ability to enjoy games and videos in 3D without the need for special glasses. You also get access to free Wi-Fi service at thousands of locations across the U.S., and built-in social features on the device.

Roku Streaming Stick turns an HDTV into a Smart TV

Roku announced its new Streaming Stick, a wireless HDMI device that plugs into any MHL-enabled HDMI port on TV, turing it instantly into an Internet connected Smart TV.  The Roku Streaming Stick features built-in WiFi, processor, memory and software to access Roku’s collection of streaming digital entertainment content, including Netflix. The device will not be available for a few months, but when it ships, the Streaming Stick will available on its own or bundled with a TV.  Insignia is said to be among the first manufacturers to pair the Roku Streaming Stick with a MHL-enabled TV, and you'll find them at Best Buy later in 2012. Pricing has not been announced.

Kingston Digital DataTraveler USB Flash drives feature urDrive application

Kingston Digital, Inc. recently announced a free pre-loaded application for its line of DataTraveler USB 2.0 Flash drives called urDrive, a useful set of tools that will help you easily and securely store and access multimedia and data files, play casual games and securely browse the Web. The urDrive app is available on Kingston’s entry-level DataTraveler 101G2, 108 and 109 USB Flash drives, and soon on the DTIG3, offering from 4GB to 32GB of storage for photos, music, games and videos. The application set also features a built-in photo viewer, an MP3 player, file management tools, quick links to social networking sites, and its own Maxthon 3 web browser.

With all of these features available right from the USB drive, you are able to take it with you while travelling to access all of your files on any computer and surf the Internet without leaving any trace of your Web surfing history behind. The urDrive USB also includes Norton PC Checkup, which scans for viruses, spyware, worms and adware on any computer you plug it in to.

urDrive Applications

 

2011 WIRED Store brings holiday gadgets to Times Square location

Tech enthusiasts and holiday electronics shoppers in New York City are invited to check-out the 7th annual WIRED Store's new 10,000 square foot location on 42nd street and Broadway in Times Square. Presented this year by Buick, the 2011 WIRED Store will be open from Friday, November 18 through Saturday, December 24th - noon to 7 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays, and closed on Thanksgiving Day.

Garmin FR70 Fitness Watch

Garmin International's new FR70 fitness watch for men and women will arrive in stores this November, priced at $129.99. This is the latest fitness watch from the company, which aims to track all of your workout stats, including time, heart rate, calories burned, track pace and speed.

The FR70 features wireless ANT+ technology, which allows you to take advantage of  a bunch of other ANT+ compatible fitness tools like the included heart rate monitor, optional foot pod, speed and cadence sensor, as well as ANT+ compatible fitness equipment like treadmills, spin bikes, elliptical trainers and more.

MOTOACTV fitness device from Motorola Mobility

Motorola has introduced a new fitness device to help your workout. MOTOACTV, available this November 6th in an 8G model for $249 and 16 GB model for $299, is a wearable fitness performance tracker and music player which, when connected and synced to a PC, lets you set workout goals, track your workouts over extended time periods and check out the music you perform to best, or create workout competitions with your friends via the MOTOACTV Web Portal. According to Motorola, MOTOACTV uses Motorola's AccuSense technology and GPS to measure the accuracy of your performance, with stats like time, distance, speed, heart rate and calories burned.

The ultra-portable MOTOACTV can be held with a strap on your wrist, clipped on your shirt or mounted on a bike. The device measures 46mm x 46mm x 9.6 mm, weighs just 35 grams, and it features a 1.6" full-color touch-screen display for checking all your fitness stats, or connecting to your Android-powered smartphone to answer calls and receive texts while you're on-the-move. The durable display is also sweat-proof, rain-resistant, scratch-resistant, and made with Corning Gorilla Glass that auto-adjusts for indoor or outdoor lighting. 

Affordable Roku LT video streaming player device

Roku has introduced its new affordable streaming player, the Roku LT, priced at $49.99.  The Roku LT player is said to stream over 300 channels including Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, Pandora, EPIX, Crackle, Disney, and HBO GO to your TV, in 720p high-definition video over built-in wireless. Look for this device to be available from Roku.com, Amazon.com and in retail stores in the U.S. in early November.

Garmin introduces new Forerunner 610 GPS Sports Watch

Garmin International continues to improve its Forerunner brand of sport watches with the new Forerunner 610 sports watch available now for pre-order priced at $349.99. This model features a weather-proof touchscreen which allows you to touch, tap or swipe to access workout information while on your run, even in the rain. The responsive touch screen can also be operated with running gloves. 

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New chumby 8 App Player device priced at $199

If you remember the original chumby, you'll notice that the device has grown up in this next generation chumby 8. Chumby Industries will release chumby8 on April 5th for $199, with pre-orders available now. This internet gadget for the kitchen, bedside, or office features over 1,500 free apps, and it acts as a digital photo frame and music player as well. Along with a fresh new design, the chumby8 offers content and social networking from YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, MTV Networks, Groupon, People.com and more on its 8-inch 800×600 touchscreen LCD.