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What is the coolest technology gadget you can buy for under $150?

What do you think is the coolest? Please include a link to the gadget!
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asmith6815 | 2 years, 6 months ago
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The touchscreen cell phone watch in my opinion is one of the coolest gadgets out there, and now they are a little under $150 at IC-Mall. It can make phone calls, play music, watch movies, and manage your schedule.
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matt1 | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

This looks really cool. I already have a LG Voyager and a plan with Verizon. Would it work if I took my SIM card out and put it in this watch?

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asmith6815 | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

"The watch functions with a SIM card from any AT&T or T-Mobile GSM-style phone. You just pop the card out of your phone and into your watch, and you’re in business. Any calls to your phone will be routed right to your wrist."
I have not seen where it is available to Verizon customers yet, but I am sure it will be very soon when Verizon and other cell phone companies come out with this plan.

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robbrown | 2 years, 6 months ago
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There are a lot of cool gadgets under $150!

For me, the coolest Gadget that I own and use almost every day is a Harmony Remote Control.

There are a variety of Harmony Remote controls, including ones that cost less than $150.

Here is the updated model of the one I own: Harmony 900

http://www.logitech.com/repository/1817/png/14959.1.0.png

Here are the things that I like about this remote:
#It communicates with both RF and IR. Your components don't have to be line of site to work. All of my AV equipment is behind a wall.
#It is macro based. You can press "Watch TV" for all of your components to be turned on and set to the correct inputs and levels.
#It connects to the Internet and is setup on your computer. You don't have to fiddle with buttons and bad menus. It's point-and-click. All remote codes are downloaded automatically from the Internet - just input the model number.

All-in-all, I love these remotes.

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lidyax | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

This reminds me of the film "Click" by Adam Sanders. :)

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annelisle | 2 years, 6 months ago
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One of the coolest you gadget you can buy is the Google Android phones. Verizon is selling this for $99.99 only.
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cheapgamer | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

You beat me to it, I was just about to say this.

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vladis | 2 years, 6 months ago
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I'll go for a finger mouse. Only $10. So, I will buy the mouse and one of the others gadgets presented before...:)))
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easyeboy | 2 years, 6 months ago
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I was going to say the Chumby, but that's $199. So, I'm going to go with the Aluratek AIRMM01 Internet Radio Alarm Clock with built-in WiFi, which you can get at Amazon.com at the link below in the source:

- You can choose over 11,000 radio stations worldwide with vTuner with no monthly cost
- Wireless connection w/ WiFi 802.11b & 802.11g to stream Internet radio
- USB 2.0 connectivity with a USB flash drive
- Ethernet connection to stream internet radio
- FM Radio with Great sound

If you are a student, I would say the Livescribe Pulse Smartpen, which you can find for $149 at the link below in the source.
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beastmanh | 2 years, 6 months ago
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I like the Roku box... Allows you to stream instant watch netflix and amazon video on demand movies to your tv :)

http://www.roku.com/?gclid=CPC-oPL9_J0CFU8wpAodoluGpg

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jackiewriter | 2 years, 6 months ago
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The LIDS OFF jar opener by Black & Decker ($36.99 new) has been a godsend to me with all the arthritis that I have in my fingers.

Since I cannot open jars, the LIDS OFF is wonderful. It is compact, sits on the counter, is electric, you can turn the part that holds the jar in place to accommodate different sizes up to 4 1/2 inches in diameter, then you adjust the height up to 8 inches, push a large button, and the LIDS OFF does all the work of twisting off the cap!!!

I have used this regularly since getting it as a Christmas gift about 3 years ago!!

Here is a link: http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-JW200-Opener-White/dp/B00008GS9U

(Sorry that I can't figure out how to put a picture in here)

Jackie

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vladis | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

Hey Jackie,

Maybe I can help you with the picture problem. To share it with us , first you need to upload it to a hosting website ( like http://www.flickr.com or http://imageshack.us ). After you do this , you will receive an url, where you can find your picture. Copy and paste the url into the box just like the image you see in my comment. There you are. Tou can do the same thing with urls from youtube, in the video section, if you want to share a video with us. Please be aware, that it has to be the url from the video, not the embed code.

Hope this helps!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/44399808@N07/4086957539/

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komomai | 2 years, 6 months ago
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Das Keyboard Professional. Price: $129
Voted 9 out of 10 in Wired Magazine's Nov 2009 issue.

"Wired: Gold-plated mechanical switches under the keys make a nice old- school clatter. Fire up a cigar and pour a stiff drink--you'll be pounding out emails like Hemingway in no time. Recognizes up to six keys pressed simultaneously for your sick Warcraft macros. Two USB ports."

"Tired: No more typing on the sly while on conference calls. Zero ergonomic features."
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marshall_m_26 | 2 years, 5 months ago
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Microsoft Zune that gets my vote, and at $83.95 you can't beet it. There are tons of other good gadgets though, I could shop for them all day long!! I love electronics :)

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irene7999 | 1 year, 9 months ago
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The LG GD910 Quad Band Watch Phone with Bluetooth 2MP Camera Keyboard/Handwriting Input must be the first choice.
2.0MP camera is supported to give you nice photo-taking experience. FM tuner lets you tune into your favorite radio station wherever you are - great for chilling out and relaxing to some music whenever you feel like taking a break from the daily grind. Bluetooth headset provides a safe and easy way to have a phone conversation while driving. 316 steel technology with the tachymetre makes it shiny and durable.
Also can get three free gifts this week.Just for $150.
http://www.espow.com/wholesale-1-33-inch-gd910-quad-band-watch-phone-with-bluetooth-supporting-2mp-camera-watch-cell-phone--sliver.html

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crys | 2 years, 6 months ago
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iPod Nano 8GB version is the BEST!

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kelraye78 | 2 years, 6 months ago
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While that leaves out most of the new netbooks and tablet PCs, I did find one 7" netbook from Visual Land that would make the cut. Despite its unbelievable price, the compact PC has good reviews and has sold more than 50K.

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Available at 6th Avenue Electronics: http://www.dealsvista.com/deal/visual-land-vl760-4gb-7-tft-widescreen-netbook-with-4gb/52309

Being more of a Zune fan than that of the iPod, I was kind of hoping that the new Zune HD would be more affordable, but not yet (I'm still keeping my fingers crossed for Valentine's Day).

But the release of the new Flip HD makes the first generation Flip Handheld Camcorder even more affordable than ever. The designer series Flip Mino is now under a hundred dollars.

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Available from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Flip-Camcorder-Minutes-Tribal-Inkblot/dp/B001V5JBLW/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1257783044&sr=1-9

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frednikgohar | 2 years, 6 months ago
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iPhone 3G - though it requires a signup at that price.
You can also get it on eBay for that price.

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bsin21 | 2 years, 6 months ago
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I don't know if its the 'coolest', but just to add to the list:
Its called the pogoplug. Its a device that makes your external hard drive accessible and shared on the internet.
http://www.pogoplug.com/images/sideimage_plug_1.0.png
It also works with your iPhone so you can grab music or send photos to it.

Here is the link to the site:
http://www.pogoplug.com

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sandspyderx | 2 years, 6 months ago
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To be eally honest?

Pen and paper.

enough said.

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allenatkinson | 2 years, 6 months ago
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The cooest thing i saw was this laser keyboard that connects to your palm, ipod or other small hand held device. it can be found on thinkgeek.com its about within your price range. the second coolest thing was a blue violet laser pionter way cool .
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vladis | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

heheh....I have one. the cheapest is $181.link us one under $150

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allenatkinson | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

Its the bluetooth virtual keyboard they are out of stock but it list for 149.

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moonshadow | 2 years, 6 months ago
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My current favorite techie gadget under $150 are the netbooks with embedded 3G. Most of them only dip into this price range with a 2-year service contract like this one http://www.pocketables.net/2009/01/verizon-wireless-offering-200-rebate-on-sony-vaio-p.html.

I love the idea of slipping a 2 pound netbook into my pruse and beign able to connect to the web from just about anywhere. Since I work online, this is the best techie gadget for me, giving the freedom to really work from anywhere without having toc arry a bunch of additional peripherals to make the connection happen.

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drmatt | 2 years, 6 months ago
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iPod. Being able to take my music/movies around with me in my pocket. It's so wonderful!

http://images.apple.com/ipodnano/images/buystrip_nano20090909.png

http://www.apple.com/ipod/compare-ipod-models/

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shaunken | 2 years, 6 months ago
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it's a dog tag but it's nice.

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safiqulislam | 2 years, 6 months ago Report

I see you are very new, so welcome to mahalo.
Sorry @shaunken . Look everyone voting you unhelpful. So try to answer better in next time.
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mikebracco | 2 years, 6 months ago
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Check out Think Geek for a bunch of cool/fun gadgets:
http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/

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