Antec Skeleton Case
If there's anything that's going to convince me to switch over from my Mac to PC, its this slick case from Antec called the Skeleton Case. The Skeleton Case is a unique open air case that allows for better airflow and features a series of fans that includes a front 92mm fan and a top 250mm fan to help avoid any potential meltdowns. Link: $TBD / Source
HTC Touch HD
HTC's Touch HD throws down the gauntlet with Apple with an impressive set of features that might incite a little bit of jealousy from your iPhone loving friends. The Touch HD sports a larger 3.8 inch screen than the iPhone's 3.5 inch and features a 5 megapixel camera with autofocus versus the iPhone's 2 megapixel. You also get Quad Band GSM and WCDMA/HSDPA, TouchFLO 3D interface, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0, microSD/SDHC storage, and integrated GPS/AGPS. Link: $TBD
Seagate FreeAgent Go
Seagate's got the perfect storage option for those of you who need lots of storage inside a thin and portable form factor. The FreeAgent Go has a thin design that makes it ideal for mobility and with storage sizes from 250GB to 500GB you won't have to compromise on size. The drives are also compatible with an optional docking station which is great when you don't want to hassle with power and USB cables. Link: $120-$240
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1K
Panasonic's Lumix DMC-G1K will be the smallest and lightest camera on the market to offer an interchangeable lens system without the extra heft and mirror system that you would find in a conventional DSLR. Panasonic was able to do this by utilizing technology from the "Four Thirds" system which is also said to deliver image quality comparable to rival SLR style cameras. The camera itself features a 12.1 megapixel sensor, 3'' inch LCD, electronic Live View Finder, AF Tracking mode, Face Detection, and Mega O.I.S. Image Stabilization.
Link: $TBD
Hulger Pappa*Phone
I think Hulger just won us over with what has to be the coolest looking VOIP/Skype phone we've seen. The "PAPPA*PHONE" was handcrafted from a single piece of American Walnut which is known for its distinctive grain and is also a sustainable wood resource. The phone is also features a piece polished brass which perfectly complements the American Walnut.
Link: $300
Altec Lansing Expressionist Bass
Rather than having a separate subwoofer at your feet, Altec Lansing built 4'' long throw subwoofers right into the base of each of the speakers for thumping sound right on your desk. The speakers themselves have 1 1/2 inch (40mm) speaker drivers to handle the mids and highs as well as an aux in port for plugging in your mp3 player. Link: $130
BlackBerry Pearl Flip
If you've always wanted to get your BlackBerry fix in a clamshell form factor, BlackBerry is introducing their first flip style phone ever, the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220. The phone features a SureType keyboard, an external screen for previewing texts and emails, Wi-Fi, microSD/SDHC expansion, and multimedia playback features. Link: $TBD
iPod Nano 4th Gen
Apple new nanos drop the stubby design for the more popular "tall" form factor and a new oval shape which we think is Apple's best looking nano yet. The nanos also get a built-in accelerometer which enables viewing of landscape or portrait modes via tilting and a clever new shuffle toggle in which you shake the iPod to enable shuffle mode. The nanos will also come in a choice of 10 colors in either 8 or 16GB models. Link: $150-$200
iPod Touch 2nd Gen
Apple's second generation iPod touch takes on the thin tapered shape of the iPhone 3G and adds external volume controls as well as external speakers. Battery life on the new Touch will be 36 hours for music and 6 hours for viewing videos. Fitness enthusiasts will also love the new Nike+ integration that now only requires the shoe transmitter for operation. Available in 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB models. Link: $230-$400
Sony DSLR-A900
Serious Photogs looking to get every bit of detail will want to check out Sony's new DSLR-A900 which packs a 24.6 megapixel, 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor. The camera also features a first of its kind anti-shake system for a full-frame camera. Other features include a viewfinder with 100% field of view, 10 assist point AF system, 3'' inch LCD, HDMI out, and compatibility with a variety of accessories. Link: $3,000
Olivetti Manual Typewriter
If Clippy motivated you to take a bat to your computer, maybe its time you consider going analog. We were sifting through the Urban Outfitters online shop and found out they're selling Olivetti Manual Typewriters complete with a travel case for when you want to go completely analog on the road. Just don't complain to us when you can't get your acquire fix when you trade in your MacBook for one. Link: $140
Speck SeeThru 3G
We recently got a sample of the SeeThru 3G here at acquire and from the outside it looks like just another hard shell case, but its got a simple little trick up its sleeve that makes it more impressive than most options out there. They added rubber rails to the side which add grip and the removable bottom half not only allows you to dock your iPhone, but does double duty as a stand. Link: $30
Ion Slides 2 PC
If you've still got a stack of negatives from your pre-digital camera days, Ion's Slides 2 PC lets you easily take all your 35mm film and digitizes them through its 5 megapixel scanner. Link: $TBD
Dell Inspiron Mini 9
Dell's new Inspiron Mini 9 will keep you connected on the road with a fully featured laptop in a very portable form factor. The Mini 9's come preloaded with your choice of Ubuntu Linux or Windows XP and come powered with Intel's Atom 1.6 GHz processor. Also inside Dell's under 3lb laptop is an integrated camera, 8.9'' LED backed display, up to 1GB of ram, Wi-Fi, and up to 16GB of hard drive storage. Link: $350-$450
TiVo HD XL
TiVo's HD XL DVR will let you record all your favorite shows in high definition and with its increased space that can record up to 150 hours of HD content, you'll even be able to record all the new fall shows that you've been anxious to check out. Inside the HD XL you'll find dual tuners, a one terabyte hard drive, HDMI, and THX certification. Link: $600
