This Wireless Charging Device from Poweredbyproxi is the Future

This Wireless Charging Device from Powered by proxi is the Future

This Wireless Charging Device from Powered by proxi is the Future

Powered By Proxi is the next wireless charging device that might rid you of that annoying search for your misplaced cellphone charger. 

Everyone with a cell phone has last a charger at some point and stared at their dead cell phone wishing there was a better way. Powered By Proxi looks like a cutting board and simply sits on any counter, table or desk. When you want to charge your device, you simply place it on the plate and walk away.

An extension of this product works to wireless recharge batteries in everyday devices like television remote controls or high end headphones. This particular device is shaped like a big bowl and the devices just sit inside it while they charge. This company has even developed the first ever wireless rechargeable AA battery. See the video here: http://youtu.be/NuLuAVJXJfc

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Embrace+- A notification bracelet for iPhones, Android smartphones

Embrace+- A notification bracelet for iPhones, Android smartphones

What can EMBRACE+ do?

The EMBRACE+ bracelet keeps you connected to your smartphone and notifies you by flashing different colors for different apps and contacts. Choose colors for incoming calls from your girlfriend, boyfriend, boss, a contact group, unknown callers and more. 

With the EMBRACE+ you can set notifications for:

Incoming Calls (for Specific Contacts or Groups)

Text Messages

Email

Instagram

Twitter

Tumblr

Facebook

LinkedIn

Skype

Calendar Alerts (Birthdays, Reminders, etc.)

Alarm and Timer

Low phone battery

Phone out of range

Additionally, we will look into the possibility of adding WhatsApp, Ruzzle and Vine to our compatibility list and we are continuously looking at new apps to add! Read the details at : http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/embraceplus/embrace-1

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Facebook’s Providing Free (Or Cheap) Data Around the World—For Facebook Apps

Facebook’s Providing Free (Or Cheap) Data Around the World—For Facebook Apps

Facebook has announced that, over the coming months, it will be partnering with 18 network operators in 14 countries to provide users with free or discounted data for some of its mobile apps.  Specifically, it'll let users of Messenger for Android and iOS, and Facebook for Every Phone (the Java app for feature phones), save money on data. Sending messages will either be free, or much cheaper, overseas. So far, Facebook has struck deals with the following carriers:  TMN in Portugal Three in Ireland Airtel and Reliance in India Vivacom in Bulgaria Backcell in Azerbaydzhan Indosat, Smartfren, AXIS and XL Axiata in Indonesia SMART in Philippines DiGi in Malaysia DTAC in Thailand Viva in Bahrain STC in Saudi Arabia Oi in Brazil Etisalat in Egypt Tre in Italy There's currently no news on whether such a deal might roll out in the US—but AT&T is planning some form of "toll-free data" scheme later this year, so something could be in the works. [Facebook via Verge]

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Volvo Introduces the World's First Car Equipped With Pedestrian Airbags

Volvo Introduces the World's First Car Equipped With Pedestrian Airbags

Swedish carmaker Volvo has unveiled the world’s first car with external airbags to ensure the safety of pedestrians and protect them from serious had and neck injuries. The airbag is located under the hood and inflates at the base of the windshield while enabling the driver to see ahead. The new Volvo V40 hatchback goes on sale in Australia today.

In addition to the external airbag mechanism, the new car—which was recently unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland—also features a pedestrian detection system. Once a pedestrian steps in front of the vehicle, the car’s brakes apply automatically if the driver doesn’t react fast enough. If the sensors detect an imminent collision with a pedestrian while driving at high speed, the airbag pops-up and inflates in a U-shape.

Numbers state that there has been a decrease in pedestrian deaths in Australia, but these still account for 13 percent of all traffic related fatalities. According to Volvo, nearly 12 percent of all road accident deaths in the US are still pedestrian related.

“It’s fantastic technology and every car should have it,” said Harold Scruby, road safety campaigner and the chairman of the Pedestrian Council Of Australia. She pointed out the lack of federal regulations when it comes to pedestrian protection, which is partially to blame for a small number of cars like Volvo V40 on the streets.

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Snapzoom connects any scope to any smartphone

Snapzoom connects any scope to any smartphone

There are adapters out there that allow you to hook up your phone with a telescope or a pair of binoculars. Most of them, though, aren't universal. And we mean that on both sides of the equation -- they wont connect to all scopes or all phones. Snapzoom wants to be all things to those with a hankering for long distance photography, such as bird watchers or amateur astronomers. The solution is so simple that it actually stuns us that no one had thought of it before. That's not to say there isn't a lot of smart design involved, but ultimately the Snapzoom boils down to a set of adjustable clamps that provide an incredible amount of freedom. While image quality will rest largely on your choice of smartphone, there's no shortage of incredible shooters out there that you can slide into the mount. See the video here: http://youtu.be/NXgwRJwBsXs

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Qimini to offer wireless charging through USB while on the move

Qimini to offer wireless charging through USB while on the move

The Qimini (pronounced "Chee-mini") is a new wireless charging concept that would see consumers carry around a small charging station with their laptops for use with a compatible smartphone - the Lumia 920 or Lumia 820 (with supported shell) in our case. Acting just like the Nokia (or equivalent) wireless charging station that's plugged into the wall, the Qimini will power a smartphone without any wires.

The product is an idea by European company Tektos, which is based in Hong Kong. Boasting support for the Qi standard (hence the product name), the Qimini is just 9mm thick and has a "tuck-away" USB cable for use with laptops, desktops or even Windows tablets. Speaking of which, this product is aimed at those who are continuously on the move, and the Windows tablet range is a perfect source of power.

Check out the official video above, showing off how the Qimini can be utilised in the real world for those who are mobile. Just like any charging station, the Qimini will begin charging a smartphone when placed on top, and will reportedly receive the same amount of juice as a standard cable. Instead of fiddling with the USB cable to charge the smartphone, this is a potential solution to help solve such issues. As noted in the above photo, the Qimini will be available in four colours - black, ivory, emerald and dragon fruit. 

So when can we expect to see the product hit markets? There's no pricing detailed on the website, but consumers can pre-order their choice of colour, and resellers can also get in touch with the company. Our thoughts? This could be pretty big, especially if the products are high quality. We'll look to get a unit in for review.

We've contacted the company and will update you all should we receive more details on the Qimini. But if you're the impatient type, be sure to follow Qimini on Twitter for the latest updates. See the video here: http://youtu.be/VghOEZKCNHQ

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