FXI Cotton Candy – The Miniature PC On A Stick

 

FXI Technologies has recently just released in limited availability the Cotton Candy miniaturized dual-core PC computer the size of a USB flash drive.

The FXI cotton candy is referred to as an “any screen computer” which really means it’s a tiny miniaturized fully capable PC computer that doesn’t come with a screen or monitor. These miniaturized computer devices are ideal for embeded applications including portable set top box gaming and entertainment equipment, mobile “any screen” computing, and a full range of specialized applications including medical, automotive, security, surveillance, and other dedicated solutions.

This tiny fully contained computer is packed with impressive raw horsepower and offers integrated HDMI, USB and MicroUSB connectivity for surprising flexibility in the portable market.

And let’s talk about just how how tiny and compact. The Cotton Candy miniaturized PC on a stick weighs only 21 grams. That’s just a little over 1/2 ounce. The dimensions of this super miniaturized computer are roughly 3 inches in length and a bit over 1/2 inch in width.

The cotton candy architecture will lend itself as an ideal add on to smartphones, tablet computers and notebook PCs including Macs. In addition, the device is perfect for adding intelligent computing capabilities to displays, set top boxes and gaming consoles.

 FXI Cotton Candy Technical Specifications

• ARM® Cortex™ A9 1.2GHz Central Processing Unit (CPU) with NEON extensions and Trustzone extensions.
• ARM® Mali™ 400MP Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) delivers 720p and 1080p OpenGL ES v2.0, can process 30M Polygons and 1.2 GPixels per second.
• Wifi 802.11 b/g/n network connectivity.
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR.
• 1GB DRAM memory.
• Up to 64GB expandable memory with microSD local storage.
• Supports standard OS’s including, Android (Gingerbread and Ice Cream Sandwich), Linux (Ubuntu),  and includes embedded virtualization client for Windows, Linux, Mac.
• USB 2.0 port for power and connection to devices that support USB mass storage.
• HDMI 2.1 port with audio.
• Decodes MPEG-4, H.264 and other video formats, displays HD graphics on any HDMI equipped screen.

FXI Technologies (www.fxitech.com) is a Norway-based hardware and software startup with a focus on improving the world of digital screens with smart and personal capabilities. This includes initiatives

• Improving consumer access to Cloud computing.
• Accelerate the adoption and use of “smart screen” technologies.
• Easy ability to share media and content (videos, movies, photos, games, etc.) from mobile and portable devices on large screens and projectors.

FXI Cotton Candy, the PC on a stick, may very well open up even more exciting embedded computing applications around the corner, and we’ll be ready to talk about it here at Mint Gadgets. If you’re interested in learning more about the cotton candy miniature PC on a stick, you can visit the comunity website at cstick.com where development units are available now for pre-order.

Source: [FXI - cstick.com]

 

Doxie Go Smart Digital Scanner

 

If you need a portable digital scanning solution that you can take anywhere check out the Doxie Go Smart Digital Scanner. This lightweight and small footprint digital scanner is simple to use. To scan your documents, all you have to do is switch it on and feed your documents through. The battery-powered scanner can save the scanned images to an SD memory  card, USB flash drive, or your desktop or notebook computer.

The Doxie Go Smart Digital Scanner can handle a full range of document sizes and varieties. It’s a the perfect portable document management solution when you’re on the road, away from your office. The scanning possibilities are limitless, you can feed the Go Smart scanner receipts, tickets, invoices, purchase orders, bills, bank notes, marketing flyers, photographs, legal documents, and more.

When you’re out of the office, traveling or on the road, you simply scan your documents and save them in the scanner’s internal memory or on an inserted SD memory card or USB flash drive. Then when you return to your office or home, just hook up the Doxie Go Smart Scanner to your computer or notebook with the USB cable and transfer your scanned images and files in no time at all. Transferring files to your computer works very similar to a digital camera.

The Doxie scanner includes helpful, easy-to-use software for storing, managing and editing your scanned files on your computer. And with the included software you can easily publish your scanned files to the Cloud. You can also download a free iPad or iPhone app and access your scanned files from anywhere in the world from the Cloud.

The included software makes storing, managing and editing files on your computer an absolute doddle. From the easy-to-use interface you can even publish your scanned files to the Cloud. Simply download the free CloudApp onto your iPad or iPhone and you can access your files from anywhere in the world.

The Doxie Go Smart Scanner is truly lightweight and portable. It will take up minimal space in your travel bag, suitcase, computer bag or even your briefcase. And you’ll discover how convenient it is when you don’t have to power up your notebook computer every time you need to scan a quick copy of an important document.

Doxie Go Smart Digital Scanner Features

• Compact, portable digital scanner, scan any documents while you’re on the go. No need to fire up a notebook or computer.
• Save the scanned files to the scanner internal memory, SD card, USB flash drive or a connected computer.
• Includes ability to upload files directly to the Cloud. You can access your scanned files online from your PC, MAC, iPad or iPhone.
• Included Doxie 2.0 companion software will sync scans with your computer, create multi-page searchable PDFs, and send your scanned files to local applications as well as the Cloud.
• Resolution: up to 600 DPI.
• Scan speed: 8 seconds per page at 300 dpi color, 5 seconds per 4″x6″ photo at 300 dpi color.
• Page size: scan documents from business card up to full 8.5″ x 12” document including A4 and US letter size documents.
• Output file formats: PDF, JPEG, PNG; Color, black and white.
• OCR: Create searchable PDFs with ABBYY® OCR1
• Connections: Connect via USB cable/port to sync files and charge the battery.
• Internal memory: can store up to 600 pages or 2400 photos.
• Expansion memory: SD card slot and USB flash drive port.
• Built-in lithium-ion battery supports 100 scans per charge and recharges in about 2 hours from the USB connection.
• Dimensions:  26.7 cm in width, 4.35 cm in height, 5.6 cm in depth.
• Weight: 403 grams.

With the advances in mobile technology expanding every day, more and more people are finding creative ways to take the office with them on the road. Add the Doxie Go Smart Digital Scanner to your arsenal of mobile, “road-warrior ready” tools and tricks.

Available: Firebox

Price: £169.99

Toshiba Thrive Available for Pre-Order Now

 

If you have been waiting for news of the Toshiba Thrive you will not have to wait much longer. The tablet is now available to preorder from retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, Toshiba Direct and a few others.

In case you are unfamiliar, the Toshiba Thrive will be powered by Android Honeycomb 3.1 which promises better Flash, improved multi-tasking abilities, resizable homescreen widgets, support for pointer devices such as mice and trackpad, and it is able to accept USB devices as a host.

Altogether this should offer better ways to browse the web, read eBooks, watch HD videos, listen to music, and play games. All this displayed on a 10.1 inch high-resolution multi-touch LED lit screen.

Toshiba Thrive Features

• Android 3.1, Honeycomb
• 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB Hard drive
• 10.1″ High-resolution LED Screen
• 1 GHz dual-core Tegra 2 CPU
• Dual cameras (5 mp front 2 mp rear)
• 1280-by-800 pixel screen
• Dual front and back webcams
• User-replaceable Easy Grip Back cover and battery
• One USB 2.0, One Mini USB, One HDMI and an SD Card Slot

Pre-order the Toshiba Thrive now to receive it before August.

Available: Amazon

Price: $379

Aleratec ProtaStor Secure USB Flash Drive

 

I’m pretty sure that many of us have accidentally misplaced or lost a USB flash drive before and some may even contain documents contain sensitive material. Confidential documents such as reports, designs, and login details can all be compromised due to a lost USB flash drive. Well, now with the Aleratec ProtaStor Secure USB Flash Drive, even if you lose valuable information that is private and confidential, you won’t have to worry about it being viewed by some stranger because the Aleratec ProtaStor secures all the files in the USB flash drive and no one can gain access to them.

The ProtaStor is a new model from the Aleratec 256-bit AES encrypted USB flash drive. The ProtaStor Secure model of USB flash drive comes with a folder meant for confidential files, and any file that goes into that secured folder will be encrypted with a time proven, always on hardware encryption that is commonly known as the 256-bit AES which has been approved by the National Institute of Standard and Technology. So basically, all the data that are placed in the encrypted folder is practically useless for anyone else who doesn’t have the authority to access it. The folder will automatically reformat itself after 6 login attempts. Now that’s high security protection!

The ProtaStor has a quartet of capacity to choose from. The price range for capacities available is 2GB for $40.99, 4GB for $42.99, 8GB for $58.99 and 16GB for $75.99. Each flash drive can be installed without the need for any additional software whatsoever.

[Source: Aleratec]

Stand Out More with the Angel Bicycle Helmet

 

Even with the installation of the flashing red LEDs on the front and back of the bicycle, accidents involving cyclists still occur. This is because the red LEDs are usually not bright enough and only illuminate when you are cycling. Besides that, these lights and reflectors are typically located below the eye level for other motorists causing the cyclists to be less visible at night.

For those who own a bicycle and often ride it to the office, your friends house, etc, a bicycle helmet is necessary for protection on the road. However, regular helmets are not as safe as they can be when riding at night.

Now with the Angel Bicycle Helmet, cyclists can rest assure that the risk of getting involved in a road accident has been reduced. The Angel Bicycle Helmet has 2x5W LEDs that light up a strip of fibre optics which encompass the entire circumference of the helmet. This feature provides cyclists with 360 degrees of high visibility. From a distance, the cyclist wearing the bike helmet will look like he has a halo around his head, hence the name “Angel bicycle helmet“.

An additional benefit of the Angel Bicycle Helmet is that it’s waterproof. You don’t need to worry about the LEDs short circuiting when you’re cycling under a light drizzle of rain. The bike helmet also includes a built-in USB charging port which is protected under a rubber gasket for easy recharging when needed. Another special feature of the Angel Bike Helmet is that it can be switched to a flashing mode. This will definitely catch the attention of other drivers on the road. This is a definite life saving cycling gadget and could make the difference between a driver seeing you and a tragic accident.

Available: Firebox

Price: £52.99

 

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