UMID M1 mbook

According to the latest updates, a Korean manufacturer has launched a UMID named, Mbook. The UMID M1 mbook jumps aboard the netbook bandwagon, where the device ships in a relatively neat package that offers out-of-the-box Internet connectivity, as long as you have a decent Wi-Fi connection nearby.

This tiny device shouldn’t really be able to function as a decent workstation but meant for casual surfing, since the 4.8″ display is really too small to be of practical use, while the keyboard will introduce your fingers to cramps much faster. The Korean manufacturer for this UMID also claims that for connectivity, it is compatible with HSDPA, Bluetooth 2.0 and WiBro – a WiMax-like wireless broadband internet technology. Among other specifications, UMID sports four-in-one memory card slot, a mini USB 2.0 port, a QWERTY keyboard and has a battery life of around six hours.

Samsung SCH-u350 Smooth

Verizon has quietly released the Samsung SCH-u350 Smooth. This affordable low-end clamshell is going for $29.99 with a 2-year contract and mail-in rebate.

Features:

• CDMA (800/1900MHz);
• 1xRTT data connectivity;
• VGA camera with Night Shot, self-timer, and digital zoom;
• Bluetooth;
• Support for Verizon services: voicemail, mobile e-mail, Verizon’s Chaperone and VZ Navigator

Dual Action Electronic Lightsaber

Being a Jedi would mean one upholds all that is good, true and honorable – even while on the battlefield. The Dual Action Electronic Lightsaber, we believe, is a product of the Sith since it comes with a hidden secondary lightsaber at the hilt that can be pulled out during an opportune moment which could potentially turn the tide of a fierce lightsaber duel. Another option would be to attach th smaller lightsaber to the hilt, leaving you with a gimped double-bladed lightsaber (compared to Darth Maul’s, of course). These new toys will be out in our galaxy sometime that August for $46.99.

Genius G-Shot HD520

Genius has rolled out its latest high definition digital video camera – the G-Shot HD520 which does not only snap images of stills at 11-megapixels, it is also able to shoot 5-megapixel MPEG4/H.264 videos without missing a beat.

Features

• Super bright 2.5″ LTPS LCD display which can be rotated up to 270 degrees,
• Face Detection technology
• Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) that helps those with shaky hands shoot great looking photos
• 32MB of internal memory
• SDHC memory card slot that ups the storage ante up to 32GB

The included HDMI cable allows you to view images and recorded videos over your HDTV. $149 sounds like a fair price for the G-Shot HD520.

Samsung B9000 HDTVs

Samsung has recently announced 46″ and 55″ HDTVs from the B9000 series that are actually sequels of the A950 models released sometime last year. These additions offer LED backlights alongside localized dimming to ensure you get the sharpest image possible, while Media 2.0 with YouTube/Yahoo! Widgets support add another dimension of interactivity. A built-in USB port allows you to view your favorite photos over a big screen, while DLNA functionality and a wireless connection to the external media box further adds to the overall desirability of the product. Too bad Samsung has not revealed important information such as pricing or availability, but that’s just a matter of time really.

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