Sharp develops mobile camera that films in 3D

SHARP has developed a 3D camera system for mobile phones and other portable devices and plans to begin production by the end of the year.
It will be the world's first 3D camera module for mobile devices capable of capturing high-definition video images, the consumer electronics giant said.
Different perspectives offered by each eye's line of sight enables the brain to process depth perception and therefore see images in three dimensions.
The system aims to exploit this by using two small lenses that can simultaneously capture separate images for the left and right eyes to create synchronised 3D pictures, said Sharp spokeswoman Miyuki Nakayama.
Sharp will start shipping samples in July and mass production will follow within a few months, Ms Nakayama said.

Source: news.com

Mini-ITX Test Bench Looks Like a Transformer

This robotic creature transforms into a Mini-ITX test bench.  The four adjustable legs create a spider-like effect.

Designer Lian Li created it primarily for open- air PC benchmarking; the design makes it easier to build up and tear down again. You will be able to purchase your creepy-crawly friend on May 21st of 2010. Spidey comes in three colors; silver, red and black.
Features:

• Unique eye catching design
• Available in red, silver and black colors
• For mini-ITX motherboards
• Supports one 5.25″ slim CD-ROM
• Adjustable leg angles
• Evolved spider design with only 4 legs
• Availability: Arriving at local distributors end of May
• Price: US$108+local VAT for black and silver versions and US$123+local VAT for red version
• Can be purchased wherever Lian Li products are sold

What do you think about this creative piece? Scrap metal for better use or the next big thing?


Source: Engadget,Dvice, Vr-Zone

Om Optical Super Slim Mouse by Lukasz Natkaniec

Meet the OM Mouse, a new mouse designed to relieve the strain produced by long term mouse use.
The trendy, futuristic looking accessory is the product of studies that show the strain on your hands comes from the fingertips, so the mouse was designed to force users to spread their hand while using it.
The mouse is wireless, of course, but it’s only major feature is it’s ergonomic advantage. For a long time I favoured the Microsoft standard mouse, so the Apple Magic Mouse I now use feels pretty flat. It’s got nothing on the Om mouse though.

Like many design showcases, this is more of a proof-of-concept than anything else. That said, there’s plenty of room for development in the data input accessory market.

Source: Yanko Design

Keyboard Or Your Clutch Bag : Recycled Keyboard Clutch bag

We love to use, look at and read about technology, and we also get excited at interesting, innovative and just downright unique ways of using old tech – so take a look at Neatorama’s Recycled Keyboard Clutch bag ($37.95), made out of (you guessed it) old keyboards.


This eco-friendly attempt at creating the perfect clutch bag for the gadget geek is actually assembled using recycled keyboard.

The bag has a zippered top, a handloop abd a denim interior. It is made using approximately 210 (count ‘em) black keyboard keys per bag and ships inside a week.
Beyond the clutch bag, Neatorama also offers small purses, picture frames and more. We think they’re pretty cool.