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8 months ago

For two days in a row, July 7 and 8, USA Today ran articles detailing where the so-called stimulus money from Obama’s big plan to save the American economy have been going. For those of us who aren’t believers in the Obama Change message, this information is nothing new and is entirely expected.

On July 7, Matt Kelley writes:
“Under pressure to spend stimulus money quickly, many states are using the federal funds for short-term projects and to fill budget gaps rather than spending on long-term improvements, according to a report by congressional investigators.”

The report that Mr. Kelley refers to is the Government Accountability Office’s report to the House oversight hearing. The report highlights several acts of mismanagement and shows the reason that government can’t be expected to do anything well, especially when they do it quickly.

So far, a little more than half of the $49 billion stimulus aimed for the states has already been doled out. The results are abysmally short-sighted and wasteful. In other words, government as usual.

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AcceleGlove to be a whole-hand input device

Technology Gadgets & MobileBy Marcenator

8 months ago

This useful gadget called AcceleGlove is capable of recording the motions of your fingers as well as hands and all you need is just to wear it. This means that being wired with sensors, these smart gloves are able to keep you abreast of a wearer motions. Additionally, the gloves feature an interaction mode … Revealed by AnthroTronix, Accele Glove is easily programmable and records every movement your finger or hand makes.

This smart glove is available at 499 USD while having a smaller sticker price tag compared to other alternatives. The Accele Glove features software suitable for using Java if are about to program it for desired application. Previously, the product was developed for US Department of Defense robotic control. What is good is that you are able to use it in video games, physical rehabilitation or training.

Its accelerometers are placed below your fingertips and as your hand moves the accelerometers are able to detect three-dimensional orientation of your moving fingers. The data can be sent to your PC via USB

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Taga bike pram to be a sustainable combo of a baby buggy and a tricycle

Technology Gadgets & MobileBy Marcenator

8 months ago

It appears to be a very interesting concept when a green pram is used. This enticing urban vehicle is an eye candy for every parent who leads a sustainable life. This tantalizing tricycle called Taga are also easily convertible so you can transform it into a stroller to be able to drive environmentally friendly. This multi functional pushchair is priced at 2, 750 USD.

The Taga transformable bike stroller is capable of being converted within seconds to become a compact gadget that you can easily stow in your trunk. The Taga bike pram includes a shopping basket, a car seat adapter and 2 child seats. This amazing bike stroller is designed in Netherlands making your strolling fun, secure and fun.

The seat is customizable and can be red, orange, green and blue. Optionally you will be able to get a protector for bottom half safety of you child, a wooden twin seat and a second seat to turn it into a double pram in action. The conversion of the stroller takes just 20 seconds according to its producer.

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Space-age Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster

Technology Gadgets & MobileBy Marcenator

8 months ago

Pagani has unveiled another eye catching replica of its endless Zonda. This time we have a roadster of the super limited edition called Zonda Cinque to be available in just 5 models. This specific roadster is powered by monstrous Mercedes AMG V 12 engine which is capable of producing up to 678 horsepower and 780 nm of torque.

This fascinating model is really speedy giving unforgettable emotions while driving so special sensations are guaranteed. In order to run to this sumptuous roadster you will have to shell out 1, 8 million USD sure enough if the model is still available. The carbon titanium chassis was tweaked to compensate for the absence of roof.

The roof of the Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster is being stored in its front bonnet. The Pagani Zonda Cinque super car features a titanium exhaust system plated with ceramic while its sequential robotized gear box along with an adjustable suspension offers an efficient driving even on bumpy area.

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5 reasons why not to toss out ps2 YET

Technology Gadgets & MobileBy Marcenator

8 months ago

5. Game developers are still making great games for the PS2.

With so many PS2 owners out there--150 million plus and counting--many game makers have no choice but to continue to create content for the 10-year-old machine. Want to play Major League Baseball 2K9? Don't worry; it's on the PS2. It may lack some of the bells and whistles of the Xbox 360 version and PS3, but it's still great.

4. PS2 games generally retail for $10, $20, $30, or $40 (yes, $40) cheaper than they cost for next-gen consoles.

The price for MLB 2K9 on the PS3 and 360: $60. Price for MLB 2K9 on the PS2: $20.

3. The latest models of the PlayStation 3 are no longer backwards compatible.

Translation: To cut costs, Sony ditched backwards compatibility. That means your collection of PS2 games will not function on the newest PS3's. If you want something to play your PS2 games on, you need to use the PS2.

2. PS2 versus Wii: Waggle doesn't always equal "better."

Face Facts: The Wii isn't a very powerful machine. In fact, it's not really much more powerful than the PS2. What the Wii offers is more motion-centric interactivity. If you absolutely need to make swinging motions when playing MLB Power Pros, buy the Wii version. But if you're OK with button presses--and I'm sorry, but sometimes button presses are simply more accurate and just as satisfying--buy the PS2 version of MLBPower Pros.

1. Some of the greatest sports video games of all time are PS2-only games.

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Top 5 richest women

World Affairs Business & FinanceBy Marcenator

8 months ago

1. Liliane Bettencourt

At the grand age of 83, Ms Bettencourt is the wealthiest woman in the world and the richest in France according to Forbes, sitting at 15th richest overall. She inherited her $16 billion (£8.4 billion) fortune through her family's firm, L'Oreal. She is the daughter of L'Oreal founder Eugene Schueller and retains a controlling stake in the cosmetics giant so is likely to get richer still. Because she's worth it.

2. Christy Walton

Christy, 51, is the widow of John Walton, the Wal-Mart heir who died when his ultralight aircraft crashed in June 2005. She and her son Luke inherited $15.9 billion (£8.4 billion) from the company originally founded by Sam Walton, who opened his first store in 1962 and took it public in 1970. Wal-Mart is still the world's largest retailer with more than 5,100 stores serving 138 million customers a week and ringing up sales of $285 billion (£151 billion). All of which makes Christy the 17th richest person in the world.

3. Alice Walton

As you would expect with the Waltons, family ties run deep. Alice, 56, is the sister of the late John Walton and her fortune of $15.7 billion (£8.3 billion) puts her at number 20 in the world's rich list. Brother Rob serves as chairman and the company donates a small fortune to charity via the Walton Family Foundation.

4. Helen Walton

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OWLE Pefects the iPhone 3GS for Video Shoots

Technology ComputersBy Marcenator

8 months ago

Now that the iPhone has video capability with the 3GS, there will undoubtedly be many iPhone-filmed videos on the many video-sharing sites on the Web.

Of course, why would you want to shoot videos on a cellular phone? I’m sure you have seen how jittery they are. This is why a startup company known as OWLE (Optical Widgets for Life Enhancement) has created a mount for the iPhone designed for filming.

I don’t know about you, but I think its shape resembles a controller for the Xbox 360. Not only does the OWLE steady your shots, but it also improves recording quality by including a 37mm camcorder lens with a front facing microphone.

It is a packaged deal for those who want to be video bloggers on the road, and there is planned support of external lighting and power. There is also a plan to make another version that plugs into the 30-pin adapter. As of now, there are only plans to plug the mike into the headphone and microphone jack.

OWLE doesn’t have this device out now, and it will only make it currently available to bloggers who are willing to promo it. There are plans to put out this device sometime around Christmas, with a price for about $30 to $50.

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