Tech

We’ve never heard of Gdium, but we’re intrigued by their 10″ Liberty 1000 netbook; it features a removable 8GB or 16GB SSD USB “G-key;” simply unplug it to secure your files.

Waterproof, shockproof and dustproof, Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-TS1 doesn’t skimp on features; this rugged camera gets a 12.1 MP sensor, LEICA lens, and 720p HD recording.

The future is here and it’s wearing a tacky yellow blazer: Hitachi’s WOOO H001 phone features a 3D display thanks to stereoscopic tricks; it’s only available through Japan’s KDDI carrier.

With a 25mm ultra-wide angle Leica DC lens, 3″ touchscreen and brushed metal finish, Panasonic’s 12.1MP DMC-FX580 is their premium point and shoot; it’ll ship April 2009.

General Mobile’s DSTL1 cellphone finally makes Android sexy with a design similar to the Touch Diamond; no 3G, but it does sport a 3″ touchscreen, dual sim cards and a 5MP camera.

Hori’s Real Arcade Pro EX SE is as close as you’ll get to the real arcade experience; the Xbox 360 controller is made with parts from Seimetsu, who builds real arcade cabinets.

Lights, camera, blast ‘em: this Paillard Bolex H8 Military Gun camera was actually used by a Vietnam War reporter and comes with an unusual riflestock grip and five lenses.

Pink is most definitely not our color, but this Valentine’s Day Case is really for your iPhone totin’ lady; only 100 will be made and will come numbered with custom engraving.

Apple has no intentions to go the Netbook route, but we like this MacBook Mini concept by Isamu Sanada; it’s a clutch similar to the Vaio P, albeit with a nifty folding form factor.

MyRacer’s Korea-only Lisse S10 does a good job evolving the minimalist touchscreen ethos first pioneered by the iPhone; the entire OLED screen is actually a four-way keypad.

It’s too bad this iPhone-shaped USB drive is Taiwan-only; you’re virtually guaranteed to get the ladies gushing over it’s bendy uber-cuteness, made possible by a flexible rubber body.

If the Emperor is a bit out of your reach, Gravitonus’ WorkStation is about 1/5th the price; it features three displays, built-in LED lighting, a ventilated seat and 5.1 surround sound.

Chris Owens’ Edge cellphone refines the slider concept with a transparent, low-profile glass keypad with LED backlighting; the phone itself is made with a mix of aluminum and ABS plastic.

While we wait for LG’s Video Wristphone, this 8GB OLED Video Watch provides the next best thing: it sports a 128×128 screen for video and audio playback plus a built-in voice recorder.

Now shipping: BFG Systems’ Phobos is a premium case with a touch panel for system stats, iPod dock, liquid cooling, and Blu-ray; the cables are routed from the bottom to reduce clutter.

Although iPod controls on fabric isn’t new, Qio Systems’ 30-pin PANIQ controller is compatible with apparel from brands including Zoo York and Cole Haan; above: Killa outerwear.

Killing two birds with one stone, GoStereo’s Tune In Tune Out headphones also double as speakers; sound quality is average but it does save you from carrying two devices.

Used by the likes of Daft Punk and Justice, JazzMutant’s Lemur is a multi-touch pad with a high contrast 12″ TFT display for controlling sequences, synthesizers, vjing and lighting.

Ideal for getting up close with the fishies, Liquid Image’s Pro HD350 is a hands-free videomask that can shoot 5MP still pictures and 720P video at 30 fps at a depth of up to 100 meters.