Daily Giz Wiz 368: Callpod
Episode 368 of the podcast
| Subject: | Review of Callpod |
| Released: | Wednesday 1 August 2007 |
| Length: | about 11 minutes |
| Download file: | dgw0368.mp3 (5.1 MB) |
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Link: Callpod
Reminiscent of the Power Squid (Episode 24), which is a power adapter and surge protector, the Chargepod is a power charger for your small portable devices, such as iPod, cellphones and mp3 players. Less than 3" in diameter and 1" thick, it charges up to 6 devices with the appropriate adapter/tip.Batteries
Dick tells the story about Duracell's project to produce a standardised rechargeable battery for all mobile devices, which got nowhere because manufacturers wanted to sell their own proprietary batteries. Leo gripes about Apple's recent patent application for their new MagSafe Charger.
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Soccer Ball Ice-Cream Maker
Andrew Darlow, Editor of Imaging Buffet, heard about Leo's Cuisinart Ice-Cream Maker (Episode 347) and suggested the soccer ball ice-cream maker from Play & Freeze. Put the ingredients into the ball and just roll it. No need to crank or shake. Read the instructions here. Available at Amazon.
Stirring Mug
The maker of the Stirring Mug (Episode 354) is very pleased with Dick's plug on DGW.
(source: insidedgw.vox.com)
