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Busy summer– Back To School Tour– NBC’s Today Show– and a speaking event at NYC’s Blog-Her  —For dates and locations–check out Where’s Steve

Here’s a sneak peak at the products on my Back To School Tour

–PULSE  SMARTPEN—It’s a pen that captures the audio of a lectures while you take notes—and plays back the specific section of the lecture when you touch the pen to your notes.
http://www.livescribe.com/  4GB $170  and 8GB $200 

–iHOME  iA5 “app-enhanced” ALARM CLOCK SPEAKER SYSTEM for iPod/iPhone  http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com  Under $80 

–BOOGIE BOARD LCD WRITING TABLET from Improv Electronics—this high tech memo pad is great for all students—all ages www.myboogieboard.com $35

 –WESTINGHOUSE  LED TV 26-inch 1080p HDTV LD-2685 -computer monitor combo—super slim Under $400 http://s92235.gridserver.com/products/led/up-to-26/ld265/    and www.wde.com

–EPSON STYLUS NX420 Is the first combo printer/scanner/copier with built-in WiFi n –Also color corrects photos http://www.epsonstore.com 1-800-GO-EPSON  Under $100  

–ANTEC COMPUTER NOTEBOOK COOLER DESIGNER costs $40 & NOTEBOOK POWER ADAPTER SNP90 costs $100 http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=MjIxMQ and http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=MjI2OA

 –SODA STREAM—make your own soda in your dorm room— Healthier–less carbs, less sugar and less calories than store bought; Space/lugging savings: no more bottles and cans to haul from the store and shove in your tiny dorm fridge; Money saving: soda for about 12-cents a can… even their energy drink–which tastes like Red Bull;  Earth-friendly–slash packaging waste by over 90% for a greener dorm and a greener world; Check out the dealer locator page:  http://www.sodastreamusa.com/where_to_buy.aspx   Starts at under $90

 –”SaySo” TALKING BINDER CLIPS—sort of like digital post-it notes  http://gadgetnation.net/store/consumer-electronics/sayso-voice-clips-binder-clip-+-voice-recorder.-no-more-sticky-/detailed-product-flyer.html

***DADS & GRADS GADGETS aka “Dad-gets & Grad-gets”

YURBUDS ($30) the only company that uses an iPhone app (SizeYurEar) to size your ear for earbuds with a personalized fit, so comfort is maximized and they won’t fall out– also good fit = better sound quality www.yurbuds.com

ROKU (starts at $80 with an HD models starting at $100) Using Wi-Fi, the Roku box is a platform for dozens of entertainment venues that stream in HD to your TV — from a wide variety of Sports live and on demand (MLB.tv, UFC, and NBA) to Amazon Video On Demand– AND just launched is a NEW NETFLIX interface that let’s you browse and search the NETFLIX Library right on your TV– without using your home computer—at a great starting price of just $80   www.roku.com

LG 32-inch LE-5400 LED TV ($1200) Full HD 1080p, features LED backlighting which provides richer colors and deeper black levels–LE5400 is wireless ready, and Wi-Fi enabled– with a transmission box it can wirelessly connect to a cable box up to 50-feet away –It also has Wireless (Wi-Fi)  Internet connectivity, too, so it can connect wirelessly to your home network and you can get content from NetCast Entertainment Access, you can access an almost endless array of online entertainment options including: Yahoo! Widgets, Vudu, YouTube, Skype for Video Conferencing and Content from their home PC through DLNA connectivity.  www.lg.com

3M M-PRO 150 POCKET PROJECTOR ($400) fits in your pocket and weighs just 6 ounces but projects up-to 50-inch images; even has built-in speakers, load videos, pictures or PowerPoint presentations DIRECTLY onto the projector and create a big screen experience anywhere  www.3mmpro.com

SHUTTERFLY PHOTOBOOKS (starts at $13) Shutterfly now let’s Facebook users access their photos and their friends’ photos to create very cool photo albums in just a few minutes– make a personalized yearbook– or Dad photo book  www.shutterfly.com

SYSTEM MECHANIC PC (under $40) You can speed up your older computer and even add an extra year or two of life to that computer by using this software– its cleans out all of the clutter that has formed in your hard drive– sort of like roto-router for your computer gets it moving faster– easy to us   www.iolo.com

CYBER CLEAN  (starts at $6) New technology substance that is designed to remove dust associated with the interior of your car–it is biodegradable and non-toxic www.gadgetnation.net

GOLF TUNER ($20) Fine tune your putting–if the put is good you’ll hear the musical ping  www.gadgetnation.net

YUCYCLE ($150) Hands free cycle www.gadgetnation.net

***NBC’S TODAY SHOW–WARM WEATHER GADGETS MAY 20TH with Kathy Lee and Hoda

HYDRO HANDLE ($20) it’s a leash handle that also provides water for your dog www.gadgetnation.net

BUG VACUUM ($20) from Backyard Safari Outfitters– sneak up capture a bug and study with built in magnifying glass www.summittoy.com

YUCYCLE ($150) Handsfree cycle www.gadgetnation.net

POLAR FT7 HEART MONITOR WATCH ($120)  records calorie burn, exercise intensity and more www.polarusa.com

SODASTREAM (starts at $120 to $200)  make your own soda 2/3 less carbs, calories and sugar than store bought soda in 30-seconds www.sodastream.com

EPSON MOVIE MATE 60 ($700)  a powerful projector, DVD and music player combo –Epson MovieMate 60 includes a built-in, progressive scan DVD/CD player and dual Dolby® 5.1 Digital DTS® 10 W stereo speakers. Add to that its convenient HDMI connectivity and you’ve got everything you need for amazing HD adventures. Epson MovieMate 60 works with any blank wall or screen and projects DVD movies up to eight times larger than they would appear on a 40″, widescreen TV. In fact, it displays an 80″, widescreen image from just 7.8 feet away, or a 120″ image from just 11.8 feet away. Setup is easy — all you need is an electrical outlet. And, it features a convenient handle and soft, cushioned carrying case so you can take the show on the road. Enjoy your MovieMate 60 in your home, backyard, or campsite — just about anywhere you spend time with family and friends. Wherever you entertain, Epson MovieMate 60 is sure to amaze with bright, vibrant images that pop off the screen.  www.epson.com or call 1-800-GO-EPSON

KODAK PlaySport Video Camera. WATERPROOF CAMERA/CAMCORDER  ($150) 1080p HD Video Camera up to 10-feet underwater, and still pix at 5MP LCD Glare Shield

SPONGEBOB UNDERWATER CAMERA ($30)  takes up to 152 digital photos, built in edit software, underwater up to 30-feet www.sakar.com

GORILLAPOD CAMERA TRIPOD ($  ) www.joby.com

PURE OASIS FLOW ($250) Splash-proof Internet Radio uses available WiFi  www.PURE.com

MARARITAVILLE TAILGATING GRILL ($400)  www.MargaritavilleCargo.com

MARGARITAVILLE CORDLESS FROZEN CONCOCTION MAKER ($300) www.MargaritavilleCargo.com

GREEN GADGETS TOUR 2010:
Here’s more info on the GREEN products I’m taking on tour this month.
Remember– you can follow me on FaceBook, become a Fan– go to: “Steve Greenberg Innovation Insider”

On Twitter @Gadget_Nation

HERE ARE THE GREEN PRODUCTS:

Heat Surge Fireplace. Under $400 By Zone Heating the room you are in you can easily lower the whole thermostat setting by at least 5-degrees– lowering your heating bill by 15%

GE www.gelighting.com Starting in 2012 incandescent bulbs will no longer be allowed to be sold in the US– I’ll show some of the new CF and the very latest in LED lighting options

LG LED E50 Series 23-inch Full 1080p www.LGE.com $330 Uses up to 45% less power than most monitors –first product to earn UL Environment’s new Sustainable Product Certification (SPC) for high tech equipment

CyberClean $5-10 Non-toxic and biodegradable, this claylike material is perfect for cleaning tech equipment and as opposed to compressed air sprays– actually removes the dirt and its better for the environment

USB EcoStrip 2.0 $45 This surge protecting power strip plugs into the wall and has a USB plug that goes into your computer’s USB port– when you turn off the computer, you automatically turn off all of the peripherals (printers, speakers, monitors etc.)

Buzzillions Face-Off –Two popular Solar Watches Face Off– which did consumers love and which one did they have issues with?

–Timex Men’s Ironman Solar Power 50-Lap Grey Strap Watch Under $100 (Not so Good one)  http://www.buzzillions.com/dz_1347453_men_timex_ironman_solar_power_50_lap_grey_reviews

–Casio GW530A-1V Black G-Shock Atomic Solar Watch with a Resin Band Under $100 (Good one)  http://www.buzzillions.com/dz_153767_casio_gw530a_1v_black_g_shock_atomic_reviews

EverClear Drain $20 Designed to chop the hair that normally clogs your drain. Eliminates the need for toxic drain cleaning chemicals–and the trucks needed to ship those chemicals cross country

YoGen Handheld Charger www.yogenstore.com $40 Pull the string and charge your cell phone, iPod or any tech toy

Gadget Nation by Steve Greenberg Under $20 My book which showcases off-beat gadgets and the inventors behind them

Here’s the link to the segment on NBC’s Today Show– if you want more info on any of the products, scroll down to my last post–there’s more info there

Gadgets on TODAY

 http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/35125465#35125465 

TODAY SHOW GADGET SEGMENT

–eCoupled™ Wireless Power Technology–Imagine just putting a pot on your granite or Formica countertop–and the water inside starts to boil–and the countertop stays safe and cool to the touch. This same technology will let you charge your cell phone or laptop without plugging in any wires–just put your phone on the nightstand and it will start charging. It’s not science fiction–we have the technology today. And just as bluetooth has become an industry standard–now a group of tech companies including Dell, Fulton and others are working on an induction standard called eCoupled. eCoupled™ wireless power technology is based on the principle of resonant magnetic induction. With magnetic induction, power is transferred from a power supply coil to a receiving coil through a shared electromagnetic field. Through the use of near-field magnetic coupling with an advanced intelligent control system, eCoupled technology safely and efficiently transfers power without wires. As opposed to conduction, induction is safe way to move an electric charge without heat or sparks. You’ll be hearing much more about eCoupled in the not too distant future. www.ecoupled.com

–ZOMM is the world’s first wireless leash for mobile phones. It is the brainchild of Laurie, a mother of three, who kept hearing her kids and friends complain about lost mobile phones. Together with her husband, Henry, they created ZOMM as the solution. ZOMM will sound an alarm if you walk away from your mobile phone, notifying you to turn around. The award-winning device also features call notification with speakerphone, a panic alarm and a feature that allows you to call emergency assistance from anywhere in the world with just one press of a button. Website: http://zomm.com/ Anticipated Retail Distribution: Summer 2010 $80

–ORB–its a ring that is also a bluetooth speaker earpiece for your cell phone. Call comes in–and caller id shows up on the ring, twist ring and it fits on your ear so you can listen and talk. Will launch later this year– http://www.AbsolutelyNew.com/ORB $140

–MINT Automatic Floor Cleaner–this robotic floor cleaner works with Swiffer, Pledge and other popular cleaning cloths– cleans 3-4 hours on a single charge www.mintcleaner.com

–CYBER CLEAN Sort of like silly puddy, this compound can be reused and reused– and it can squeeze into areas other cleaners can not reach. Fun demo. $6

–THE NAIL DRIVER — A push-hammer that makes it easy to hang pictures–and prevents smashed fingers.  $20

–WATER PAPER are completely waterproof notepads that allows you to write your great ideas while in the shower, rain, or anywhere wet. Water simply beads up and rolls off this waterproof paper. So durable, you can even write underwater. www.waterpaper.net Under $10

–SAMSUNG DUAL LCD DIGITAL CAMERA–has LCD on back AND front so it makes taking a self portrait very easy

BACK-UPS

–THE OLIVATOR: Olive stuffer to make your own gourmet stuffed olives for martinis or appetizers. “Elevate your olives with the Olivator”. Use bleu cheese, goat cheese, cheddar or whatever to fill your olive. You can also stuff dates or scallions or anything else. First you “stab” your filling to fill the tip with your filling, then depress the button to extrude it into your olive. Completely disassembles for cleaning and the red “pimento” is the handle for a little brush for cleaning the tip. $20

–TV HAT– goofy hat–looks like a baseball cap with a very LONG brim and shades that hang down from that brim. It has a place to hold your MP3 or iPhone– so you can watch video in your own private mobile theater. –not to be used while driving or walking www.asseenontvhat.com $20

–QUIKPOD –easy to carry telescoping camera extender–so you can take more photos with you in the picture  $30

Check out these great holiday gift ideas–
Hot Holiday Gift Idea List

KangooJumps
Exercise boots–easy on the knees and works your core muscles and cardio
www.kangoojumps.com $250

HanuClaus Hat
This holiday hat that combines Hanukkah and Christmas $24

3M MPRO 150 Mini-projector
Take the videos from your iPod or from DVD player and show them on a wall/screen
this video projector fits in the palm of your hand but is packed with power
www.3mmpro.com $350

Duracell myGrid Smart Charger
Hate plugging in your phone and other tech toys to re-charge every night?
This system let’s you just put your tech gadget on this “tray”
and it will charge the device without plugging it into a charger
www.duracell.com/smartpower $80

JVC PICSIO GC-FM1 Camera/Camcorder
1080p HIGH DEF Video and 8-Megapixel stills in one super small easy to use camera
Has image stabilization, 4-times digital zoom and flash memory
www.jvc.com Under $200?

Remington PG-360 8-in-1 Personal Grooming System
Get Dad to clean up his act– with a personal groomer. Want that stubble look? World’s first neckliner, ideal for touch ups and trims, ear and nose trimmer, man-scaping
www.remingtonproducts.com Under $20

SmartFish Mouse
Invented by a chiropractor
This mouse with its unique design prevents arm fatigue and carpel tunnel syndrome

http://smartfishtechnologies.com/

www.getsmartfish.com

ooma Telo VoIP Home Phone Service. FREE PHONE SERVICE!!!
With this device, you’ll never have another monthly phone bill again.
Easy to set up –just plug into your internet connection and plug the other end into your phone
Best of all– you can even keep your current phone number
$250

BUZZILLIONS.com FACE OFF– Portable GPS’s
Which one did consumers love– and which one did they hate?
Garmin Dakota 20 vs. DeLorme Mapping PN-40 Earthmate Both around $300

http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/garmin-dakota-20-handheld-gps-reviews

http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/delorme-mapping-pn-40-earthmate-handheld-gps-reviews

(The interesting hook here is that the Garmin–the market leader– is the loser.
Both around $300 and the Garmin actually has a much bigger screen.)

Gadget Nation
The book showcases more than 100 “garage” inventors and their gadget inventions.
It is the PERFECT Holiday Gift
www.gadgetnation.net Under $20

ADDITIONAL

The Ambient Flurry Alarm Clock
Never needs setting, gives 2-day weather forecast from AccuWeather.com
Current conditions and temp for over 150 locations
No monthly charges, www.ambientdevices.com $120

Duck Hunter
Mechanical duck flys and you try to bring him down with an infrared shooter
www.interactivetoy.com $30

Fotobox from Honestech
Easy to use slideshow creator
http://www.honestech.com/main/FOTOBOXPlus.asp $80

Franklin Electronic Intermediate Dictionary
http://www.franklin.com/estore/dictionary/MWD-460/ $40

MoGo Talk for iPhone
http://mogostore.com/proddetail.asp?prod=MG230-0119 $130

Dec 2nd’s NBC TODAY SHOW–
4th Hour with Hoda and Kathy Lee
HOLIDAY GADGETS
Here’s the link to the segment:

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/33508940/vp/34238817#34238817

Here are links to the products showcased in the segment…

Hanuclaus Hat
Santa hat which celebrates both Hanukkah and Christmas $24

LED Word Scrolling Santa Hat
www.Overstock.com $20

Corner Xmas Tree
www.ImprovementsCatalog.com $120

Xmas Tree Wall Hanging
www.ImprovementsCatalog.com $25

Upside down Xmas Tree
www.AvalonGarden.com $500

Xmas Tree Base That Rotates
www.hmsmfg.com $100

Motion Sensing Musical Wreath Hanger
www.ImprovementsCatalog.com $25

Instant Snow
www.ThinkGeek.com $3-$12/can

Portable Fireplace
starts at $300

Wine Chill Drops
www.skybarhome.com $50

Fobbie
http://www.fabfobco.com/ 24 for $20

Smittens Hold hands inside a single mitten $37

Santa Helicopters $25

Gadget Nation
The book showcases more than 100 “garage” inventors and their gadget inventions.
It is the PERFECT Holiday Gift
www.gadgetnation.net Under $20

I’m back on the road again–this time showcasing the latest and greatest in HOME TECH
I’ll be in NYC, Chicago, SanFran, Seattle, Wash DC, Philly and more–
IF you should happen to miss the segment or see the segment and want more info on any of the products–well check out the info below– it should help you out:

HOME TECH PRODUCT LIST

MicroFridge $425.00 www.microfridge.com
Combo Microwave-Refridge-Freezer–and dual outlet charging station for tech accessories–saves energy and can be plugged into a single 110 outlet–perfect for small apartment, shop, dorm, bedroom, in-law apartment, garage, cabana, game room, den

Schlage Link System $300 for starter kit
Easy to install home management system–receive text/email alerts when children arrive home–open door with cell phone from anywhere–add on features include wireless camera ($180), thermostat ($150) and more. Available at Radio Shack

Panasonic 360 Quick Iron under $50 www.panasonic.com/iron
Makes ironing fun (well, maybe less like work)– works in all directions–new shape–cuts ironing time by up to 25%–has built in recess to make ironing around buttons easier–steam around total iron area–can also use vertically as steamer–if no motion it automatically shuts off

LifeTone Alarm Clock Under $180 www.lifetonesafety.com
This alarm clock “listens” for your smoke detector to sound, which triggers its own very loud alarm and bed shaker device. Standard smoke alarm sounds with 3100 Hz–when Lifetone hears that alarm it sounds with 520 Hz Square-wave alarm which has been proven to be most effective in waking people with hearing loss.

Tundra Fire Extinguisher Spray Can $20 www.firstalert.com
This is the first truly easy to use fire extinguisher “spray”–sort of similar to an aerosol can. From First Alert–its effective on fabric, wood, cooking oil and electrical fires–compact and powerful the discharge is 4-times greater than traditional fire extinguishers

This time my anchor/host FACE OFF CHALLENGE will be over Electric Toothbrushes
Two electric toothbrushes both around $70— anchor/host must guess which one consumers loved (#1 pick) and which one they wanted to give the brush-off? (Bottom 10%)

–Philips Sonicare Essence 5500 Sonic Toothbrush w/Quadpacer

http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/philips-sonicare-essence-5500-sonic-toothbrush-quadpacer-reviews

VS.

–Oral-B Pulsonic Toothbrush

http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/oral-b-pulsonic-toothbrush-1-ea-reviews

HydraBrush Under $100 http://www.hydrabrush.com/
A strange new electric toothbrush that brushes top-bottom-cheek-and tongue side of teeth–ALL AT THE SAME TIME– I will demo this

Mouseless Touchscreen PC MSI Wind Top AE 1900 $530-590 www.msicomputer.com
No mouse needed–80% less power than trad PC, never more than 50 watts of power used–super quiet–sleek design

WebAround Under $35
No need to clean up your office before going on your webcam. WebAround creates a clean neat background for your head shot

Gadget Nation: A Journey Through The Eccentric World of Invention Under $20 http://GadgetNation.net
No tour is complete without a Gadget Nation plug

If you didn’t catch my Pet Gadget segment on the Today Show– well here it is on their site:

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/32913798#32913798

You can catch me on Friday Sept 18th Today Show–4th Hour with Hoda and Kathy Lee

Here’s a list of the products I’ll be showcasing during that segment:

PET GADGETS:

 -Mo-Bowl its a won’t spill bowl that goes in cup dispensor of most cars–Rich Skowronski is the inventor and his story is the FIRST story in my book Gadget Nation www.gadgetnation.net  And for more on Rich’s Mo-Bowl www.mo-bowl.com   FYI–Rich’s dog is named Bonnie–and she deserves some credit for this invention too 

-Zoombak Dog Tracker– this little gadget fits on your dog’s collar and you can use it to keep an electronic eye on your dog.  You can set it up so that if he leaves a certain zone, it will send you a text message.  You can even see your dog’s location history (can go back 90-days)  www.zoombak.com

-Pet Treadmill–At $600 this is a luxury item–but it will keep your dog fit.  No more skipping a walk or a run on bad weather days–with the Pet Treadmill–every day is walk day.   www.pawwws.com  $600

-Pet Murphy Bed–you dog needs a comfy bed but you don’t have the room to store it–this hide-away bed is the solution www.mattress.com 800-824-7777

-Talk To Me Treat Ball–This ball has built in voice recorder and stores treats inside… when you dog plays with it–it will randomly releases treats and the moton triggers pre-recorded messages from the pets owner.  Your dog will never even know you left the house   www.target.com   $20

-i-Pet Intelligent Pet Dish– your pet won’t miss a meal OR the sound of your voice, when you’re gone.  This tray can serve up to 4 meals–you set the timer and it reveals self opening food trays —you can also record messages to your puppy on this high tech pet dish  www.petgadgets.com $50

-Vibrating Pet Massager–Everybody loves a massage and pets are no exception.  This vibrating massager lets you bring the stress relief of a massage to your furry friend   $7  www.petgadgets.com

-GoDogGo– This must have toy automatically plays fetch with your dog.  AND if you can teach your dog to return the tennis balls into the GoDogGo pail–then your dog can have hours of fun and you don’t even need to be in the same time zone.   http://www.godoggoinc.com/  $120

-Bubble Buddy and bacon scented bubbles–this gun shoots bubbles–and you can now get bubbles in lots of cainine loving flavors/scents–for example bacon scented bubbles–no dog can resist jumping at these bubbles–its hours of fun  http://www.activedogtoys.com/bubble_buddy.html

Here are some #1 Pet Gadgets from Buzzillions.com

Kong Dog Toy This is the #1 Dog Toy according to the editorial website Buzzillions.com. Check out the link at:   http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/kong-dog-toy-reviews

Go-Cat Cat Catcher–This is the #1 Cat Toy according to the editorial website Buzzillions.com. Check out the link at:  http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/go-cat-catcher-reviews

 Pet Gear Inc. Happy Trails Pet Stroller is the #1 Pet Carrier according to Buzzillions.com  http://www.buzzillions.com/reviews/pet-gear-inc-happy-trails-stroller-plus-in-pink-reviews   www.overstock.com