Awesome Tech

Measuring about 2 x 3 ft, the GeoChron makes it easy to tell the time in any place in the world. It’s available in different frames and two models, one that’s hung and one that flush-mounts to the wall.

The AH-D400 Urban Raver headphones have 50mm drivers and a built-in bass amp that can be used for up to 12 hrs. per charge. The control wheel adjusts volume and playback on iOS devices.

Japanese engineers have unveiled Kuratas, a 13-foot-tall, wheeled mech which actually can drive up to 10km/h, heads-up video display, and can be operated remotely by an smartphone.

A water-resistant, anti-glare Bluetooth watch for the iPhone 4S and Android phones, the Strata “not only tells time, it saves time.” Receive notifications, controls media playback and more.

The Ouroboros’ length and back arch angle are both adjustable, and it has swappable side panels. It can also be powered via its internal battery, an AA battery or via USB. Coming 08/12 for $130.

Portable speakers that are made from old loudspeakers. Each unit is unique and rare (and pricey). It’s available in two sizes and comes with an internal battery, a charger and a 3.5mm cable.

Cases for the iPad, Kindle Fire and Nexus 7 (sorry eReaders) with licensed classic book cover art. Handmade using book board and book cloth, the same materials used in paper book hardcovers.

A clever iPhone 4/4S case which turns its LED flash into a colorful notification light, glowing when you receive texts, calls or emails, yet still allowing you to use it for photos. Available in a variety of colors.

A 6.5W 2″ Bluetooth speaker with a handcrafted solid wood cabinet. It has a range of 30′ and also has a 3.5mm input. The manufacturer will plant one tree for each 1Q sold on Kickstarter.

Using a depth camera mounted on a shoe, Giles Bailly offers new perspectives on gesture-controlled applications and wearable technology. Minority Report style interfaces, here we come.

The same size as a business card, and only 0.1″ thick, the ChargeCard iOS cable fits easily in wallets or pockets. The inventors are also working on a micro-USB version for Android devices.

A Bluetooth remote control for Apple computers and mobile devices. Play songs or videos, take pictures or even activate Siri from a distance. Android support is possible but still unspecified.

A clever hack using a robotic wheeled bin, and a Kinect created the ultimate waste basket for slobs, automatically detecting the trajectory of flying rubbish and moving into place to catch it.

Assembly produced this live performance which combines music, dance, computers and animation, controlled through a Microsoft Kinect. And yes, the audio is at least partially controlled by the dancer.

Vizio’s stylish ultrabooks could give Apple a run for their money with lightweight unibody construction, SSD storage, speedy CPUs, HD displays, and up to 7 hours of battery. And NO preinstalled crapware.

The latest edition of Microsoft’s office suite focuses on portability and connectivity. Skype is integrated with the programs, and there will be full versions on Windows 8 tablets.

This gadget plugs into any spare USB port, and can be programmed to light up in any color to indicate any event you can imagine, from new emails to weather forecasts. Windows, Mac or Linux.

The MiniDrive is a microSD card adapter that fits in the SD card slot in Apple laptops. It’s made of aluminum and sits flush with the body of the laptop. There are Air, Pro and Retina variants.

The limited-edition Halo 4 Xbox 360 bundle includes a 320GB console and two controllers with  transparent cases. It also includes a wired headset and of course a copy of Halo 4.

While game physics continue to get better and better, we’re truly impressed by the dramatic soft-body physics of the BeamNG engine, capable of making car crashes more realistic than ever.

Not to be confused with Marcus Fenix, Garmin’s latest GPS watch includes route guidance, trip recording, altimeter, barometer, and compass. Also connects with ANT and Bluetooth devices.

An ingenious adapter that lets you wirelessly “dock” your mobile device to any audio system that has an iOS dock. Since it works via Bluetooth, you can also use it with Android devices.

Wacom’s 24HD touch adds intuitive multi-touch commands to your repertoire of design or drawing tools. It has the same viewing angle, resolution, express keys and adjustable stand as the 24HD.