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  • Hands on with the MagicJack femtocell

    Hands on with the MagicJack femtocell

    We saw MagicJack's femtocell design live in their suite and came away dazzled and slightly bemused. The device itself is far from finished - it's basically just a PCB right now - but the concept is compelling. For about the price of the MagicJack ($40 or whatever) you stream your cellphone calls through their device, bypassing the cell carriers completely. Will it work? Sure. It's essentially like a cell booster in a package about as big as a deck of cards.

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  • Can the Skiff save the magazine industry?

    Can the Skiff save the magazine industry?

    There has been quite a bit of talk about Hearst’s Skiff ereader and we got a hands-on last night before the show closed. The device is about as big as a Kindle DX (11.5-inch display and a very thin bezel) but quite thin (.25-inches). They use a metal board spun-coated with e-ink instead of a [...]

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  • Sadly we did not see this at CES

    Sadly we did not see this at CES

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  • Hey, look, it’s Nicholas on TWiT with Leo Laporte

    Hey, look, it’s Nicholas on TWiT with Leo Laporte

    “CrunchGear. Always doing great stuff.”

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  • Hands-On: New OtterBox Palm Pre Case

    Hands-On: New OtterBox Palm Pre Case

    tandem-series-adThe Palm Pre doesn't really have too many options for cases, but OtterBox is using that for their advantage. OtterBox today announced the new Tandem Series, which features a overmolded design, and also incorporates silicone into the polycarbonate shell for maximum protection. The first shell attaches to the front of the smartphone and the second shell attaches to the back. Silicone then lines the outside edges of the case and combines with polycarbonate to offer more stability. Once the case is assembled, it allows for complete functionality, even when sliding the screen. I've noticed when playing around with the case that it makes it easier to slide the Pre up and down.

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  • InColor electronic book… you know, for kids

    InColor electronic book… you know, for kids

    Just in case you wanted to see another ebook reader, here’s a Chinese one for kids. It’s not available here and it’s more of a digital picture frame than anything else, but it was pretty.

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  • MSI Demos Three New PCs at CES

    MSI Demos Three New PCs at CES

    MSI has unveiled three new concept products at CES where the company is trying redefine the way consumers will interact with digital information in their homes. The first product that was demoed was a 3D all in one PC. MSI has developed the world’s first 3D All-in-One PC which comes with wireless 3D glasses, where users can have the ultimate life-like gaming experience and 3D HD movie experience with the computer's 24-inch display.

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  • The many faces of web celebrity Daniel Bru

    The many faces of web celebrity Daniel Bru

    He may have 14 million followers on Twitter but we still have to sign a waiver to have him on the show floor! Presenting a tribute to wee Daniel Brusilovsky, our official CES 2010 CrunchGear mascot. Look for plush dolls at our CG gift shop this April!

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  • Trexta iPhone cases made of leather, wood, and other good stuff

    Trexta iPhone cases made of leather, wood, and other good stuff

    Just a quick gallery of some cool iPhone cases for you all. Trexta is a Turkish company that makes cases for multiple manufacturers. These cases are made of actual leather and wood and custom molded into the right shape. No pricing but if you see it take at stores it might be a second look.

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  • Yet Another App Store. This Time, It’s Intel

    Yet Another App Store. This Time, It’s Intel

    Intel CEO Paul Otellini at CES announced an app store for applications on netbooks. The store is called AppUp Center, and it's a place where users can purchase programs that cater to a netbooks’ unique screen size and mobility. Intel AppUp center launched today for Windows and will support Moblin-based open source operating systems and a number of runtime environments later this year. The first set of apps are now available for download, for free or to purchase, and more will be added as they are validated. App categories include entertainment, business, games, education, health and social media. Additionally, Acer, ASUS, Dell and Samsung have announced plans to collaborate with Intel on their own app stores.

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  • The RCX4 Star Stryker

    The RCX4 Star Stryker

    DigitTronics showed us their ultra fun RCX4 Star Stryker, a flying, hovering X-Wing fighter-clone that costs $399. It lasts about ten minutes on one charge. Anyone want one? They're $100 off at the show.

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  • Memorex shows off some Wii stuff, and a seriously nice pocket cam

    Memorex shows off some Wii stuff, and a seriously nice pocket cam

    We had a chance to meet with Memorex this morning, and spotted a few cool items for you. Specifically, a charging device for you iProduct, some Wii accessories, and a pretty interesting mini-camcorder with a touch screen.

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  • Even Brooke Shields is upset with AT&T

    Even Brooke Shields is upset with AT&T

    Phonescoop grabbed a quick interview with Ms. Blue Lagoon herself, Brooke Shields at the LG booth. While she recited the regular marketing claptrap she had a little bit to say about AT&T and the iPhone: PS: Why did you get an iPhone? Brooke: First I got it because it was cool. I felt comfortable with the touch [...]

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  • Hands-on with Kodak’s Playsport and Slice Cameras

    Hands-on with Kodak’s Playsport and Slice Cameras

    Kodak showed us their clever little Slice and Playsport cameras. The Slice is a touchscreen point and shoot and the SportPlay is a completely waterproof mini-camcorder. Both aren’t quite ready and will be available in the Spring of this year but both are pretty cool. The Slice has a large rear screen with touch controls. [...]

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  • The Livestream will be up shortly

    The Livestream will be up shortly

    The plan for today is to keep hitting the show floor starting with CES’s video game section and a look at the thing Doug is wearing today. After that we’re going to head into the show’s main hall and hit up some of the bigger company’s booths. It should be up shortly. As always, keeping [...]

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