TREADMILL COMPARISONS

The best treadmills are those that combine functionality with ease of use and price, along with other factors. The treadmills that follow represent the top 5 found on the market today.

The Sole F80 is one of the top 5 treadmills available, according to shoppers. This is also one of the best foldable treadmills available. Users can fold the treadmill for easy carrying, travel and storage. It weighs in at just 350 pounds and contains rollers underneath the surface, which increases its durability. The F80 from Sole is 55 inches long and 20 inches wide, with a wide surface for running or walking. It comes with a lifetime warranty on the motor and frame, with a five year warranty on other parts. The company also agrees to service problems in the owner’s home, rather than forcing them to send it off. It’s best for those who like running on a treadmill, but aren’t ready to make a more serious investment since it retails for $1,500.

Sole is the manufacturer of the F63, which also makes the list of the top 5 treadmills. This treadmill is priced at just $999, making it the cheapest one on the list and more affordable for some shoppers. It’s perfect for those who don’t have a lot of money, but still want a quality machine. This folding treadmill weighs 325 pounds and comes with an optional pulse monitor that attaches to the chest while walking. The F63 has a three year warranty and comes with built in speakers. Users can attach their Mp3 player directly to the machine while walking.

The Platinum Pro VR treadmill from PaceMaster also makes the list of the top 5 treadmills. The treadmill has a negative incline, which allows runners to go at their own speed and adjust the incline for a more serious experience. It’s great for those who run frequently and need a machine capable of giving them the same experience they’d find outside, or those who want something more professional. It measures 60 inches long by 20 inches wide for a large running surface and holds up to 400 pounds at one time. It’s priced at $2,500.

Landice makes the L770 Home Cardio Trainer Treadmill, which also makes the list. This is best for those who want the same experience as one they’d find in the gym since this is a professional treadmill. This is priced at $3,300, but it’s strong enough for constant daily use. It has a soft running engine for a quiet run and a 3 horsepower engine that allows it to be used frequently. The treadmill features a built in programming system that allows runners to customize their routine.

Last on the list of the top 5 treadmills is the budget friendly Gold’s Gym 450 priced at just $375. This machine is best for those who want a treadmill for exercise, but aren’t daily runners since it isn’t as strong as the more expensive models. It comes with 6 programs that automatically adjust as the owner walks or runs on the treadmill. It also allows users to input the amount of calories they want to burn, and the machine creates a workout around that number. The treadmill is lightweight and has a running surface of 50 inches long and 18 inches wide.

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Hawk WiFi robot is probably more fun to hang around than your friends

Hawk is a humanoid, autonomous, wireless, and handsome robot made by Canadian company Dr. Robot. He's got WiFi, a GPS navigation system, dual cameras in his moveable, animated head, and a host of other cameras and sensors that keep him trucking along. Designed with education in mind, Hawk's skill set is a bit limited, but his hands are pretty impressive. Hawk is on sale now, and while there's no price listed for the bot, base parts of the robot are in the range of $5,000. Video of Hawk beating the skins after the break: yes, we're aware of the fact that he's not exactly John Bonham but, then again -- neither are any of your friends, right?

HP 50g Graphing Calculator

The ultimate graphing calculator for surveying, engineering, math and science professionals and students is even better. The new HP 50g graphing calculator features an SD card slot with formatting functions, RPN~, Algebraic and Textbook data entry, the largest high-contrast screen with more usable space than ever, serial port and USB and connectivity. Plus, HP Solve, structured programming and Computer Algebra System (CAS). You also get the reassurance of award-winning HP support 24-hours a day.

Features

•	Massive 2.5MB total memory—512KB RAM plus 2MB flash ROM for performing future upgrades

•	Equation library and 2300+ built-in functions—ideal for both professionals and students

•	FREE USB connectivity kit with USB cable, connectivity software and pouch included

•	Choose RPN, Textbook and Algebraic entry and customize data with four font sizes and styles

•	Enhanced HP keypad with re-definable keyboard and menu keys allows for reduced keying errors

•	HP Solve application allows you to type and store an equation then use to solve any variable

•	Easily perform complex arithmetic and calculus functions with advanced Computer Algebra System (CAS)

•	New powerful SD card slot allows you to format your card right in the calculator and expand memory

•	Calculate advanced expressions and view solutions in 2- or 3-D graphical representation (courtesy:www1.hp.com)

BLACK BERRY STORM 9500 Vs HTC TOUCH HD

BlackBerry 9500 Strom is a 3G compatible smart phone that comes in a curvaceous and sleek black casing. The gorgeous handset comes equipped with a GPS navigation application and HTML web browser through which users can access popular social networking sites like MySpace and FaceBook. Its integrated media player allows users to enjoy playback music in popular file formats like MP3, AAC+ and WMA ProPlus. Its 3.2 MP digital camera provides crystal clear pictures. It allows the users to record and play videos in H63, H64, MPEG4 and WMV formats.

BlackBerry 9500 Storm has support for GSM 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 frequencies. It comes with 128 MB of flash memory. Its memory can be extended by 8GB by using a MicroSD memory card. The device has a talk time of 5.5 hours and a standby time of 360 hours. Its 155 gm weight would not appear large if we consider the multitude of functions that the gadget supports. Its Qwerty keyboard comes with SureType feature that provides ease of writing text to the users.

The messaging features supported by the Storm include MMS, SMS, Instant Messaging, Wireless Email and Email with attachments. It can play MP3, MIDI and polyphonic ringtones. The device comes with many useful organiser features like calendar, To Do List, alarm clock, speaker phone, multi tap, phone book and auto rotate touch screen.

On the other hand, HTC Touch HD is a 3G smart phone that comes with a Qualcomm MSM processor. The device is quite good in multitasking. Its HSDPA compatibility allows the users to download data into the device at a speed of 7.2 MB per second. When charged fully, its battery would give a talktime of 8 hours and standby time of 440 hours. Its Wi-Fi support allows the users to wirelessly connect the handset with other compatible gadgets.

Its 3.8 inches LCD touch screen has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels that provides good quality displays. Its TouchFlo application allows the users to make on screen selections of options by the gestures of her / his fingers. Its call, home and back keys are situated just below the screen for easy access. The device comes with 512 MB of ROM and 288 MB of RAM. It measures 115 mm in length, 62.8 mm in width and 12 mm in thickness. It weighs 147 gm and supports MMS, SMS, Instant Messaging and Email with attachments messaging services.

HTC Touch HD comes equipped with a 5 MP camera which is fitted with advanced camera setting features. It supports GSM tri-band ( GSM 900, 1800 and 1900 ) and HSDPA 2100 networks. The gadget's bluetooth support allows it to transfer data wirelessly to other compatible devices with fast speed and without any hassles. The device is loaded with useful applications like Document Viewer, Handwriting Recognition, Speaker Phone and AGPS Navigation.

In the comparison of BlackBerry Storm 9500 vs HTC Touch HD, we find that both handsets are superior in their own respects. It depends more on the individual to decide which handset would suit him as per his requirements and expectations.(courtesy: ezinearticles.com & 3g.co.uk)

IPHONE APPLICATIONS POWERED BY NETFLIX

Because everything needs an App Store or central directory of its own, Netflix is preparing to unveil an App Gallery on its website showing what created by developers to get the most out of its service. No word exactly when the page goes up, but until then we'll highlight the Windows mobile manager with integrated streaming trailers and the ability to add movies directly from Rotten Tomatoes as good examples...

Samsung adds fourth touch screen phone to its portfolio

Samsung India today announced the launch of the perfectly beautiful and fully equipped full-touch slider phone , Samsung “UltraTOUCH in the Indian market .Samsung UltraTOUCH , the world’s first 8MP Camera phone with AMOLED screen , re-defines perfectionism in style, design and technology – now with full touch. Samsung UltraTOUCH is an elegant full-touch mobile, boasting revolutionary touch pad, sophisticated design and comes packed with multimedia features. Centre stage is the 7.1 cm AMOLED anti-scratch full touch screen, which offers astonishingly bright and vivid colours. The ultra-slim 12.7mm body of UltraTOUCH unites perfect form and function with full-touch screen and additional 3x4 keypad slider. With a brushed metal frame for durability and an anti-scratch, anti-smudge screen, users can keep their phone in great condition. Ultimate Multimedia: Samsung UltraTOUCH is alive with technology. Its embedded 8 mega pixel camera with dual power LED flash and smile shot mode means the user can capture incredible photographs on the phone. Samsung UltraTOUCH is also powered with 3G capability (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps), offering speedy internet access, video telephony, video streaming and a host of other benefits that 3G services have to offer for Indian consumers. It also comes with DivX vedio player support for an enhanced multimedia experience from the phone. Ultimate User Interface: Samsung UltraTOUCH provides the best ever full-touch user experience and universal 3x4 keypads together. Users will enjoy being able to control the mobile easily and intuitively – flicking through photos, navigating through maps and surfing the web have never been easier and more interactive thanks to the upgraded TouchWiz user interface. Samsung Ultra TOUCH has Mobile widgets that can be dragged from the menu bar and placed anywhere on the screen for one-click access to favourite applications like Music Player, FM, Games, Calendar etc. The slide-out tactile 3x4 keypad in the Samsung UltraTOUCH offers a tangiblealternative behind the attractive touch screen, creating endless customization opportunities. (images and text courtesy of: compareindia.in.com)