Intel introduces smart earpiece to rival Google Glass

Intel wants to turn you into the next Tony Stark/Iron Man, or at least make you feel like one. The tech giant introduced a new wearable concept called Jarvis. The smart earpiece can be seen to take on Google Glass without the need of the attention-grabbing glasses. The hardware is designed to listen to your voice commands as you make appointments, set reminders, and check messages. Of course, it replies to you, too. This personal assistant just needs you to say the magic words: “Hello, Jarvis.” There is no word on the price at the moment but expect a 2014 release for this device.

Source: Engadget

Expect more Android-equipped cars with new Google Open Automotive Alliance

Seems the Google and Hyundai Glass app integration was just the start. Google partners with some big automotive industry names to start what is called the Open Automotive Alliance. Google and NVIDIA is teaming up with Audi, Hyundai, GM and Honda to integrate Android further into cars. The alliance aims to push the boundaries of car innovation and help develop more intuitive and safer car technology. They plan to release new projects as early as this year so expect to see more of Google in your next automobile. 

ZTE combines personal hotspot and projector in one device

The China-based mobile company ZTE seems to think it’s a perfectly okay idea to merge a personal hotspot and projector in one gadget and call it aptly enough as the Projector Hotspot. The projector and portable Wi-Fi unit can project 120-inch images and videos on surfaces and it supports 1080p resolution input. The OS of the hotspot is based on Android 4.2 and is capable of supporting up to eight users to connect to the 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi network with 4G LTE capability. It is also built with a 4-inch colored touch-screen with an 800 x 480 pixel resolution to access the controls.

The device also comes equipped with HDMI port, headset jack for audio out, and mirroring capabilities through Bluetooth and Wi-Fi display. How long will it keep running on a single charge? The 5,000 mAh battery should power it for a while.

Source: CNet

Panasonic's LUMIX ZS40 is a 30X Super Zoom with WiFi, NFC and GPS

Remember when super-zoom cameras were large and bulky? Panasonic's new Lumix ZS40 is the complete opposite of that. Featuring a Leica 30X Super Zoom (24-720mm) stabilized for still & HD Video, this 16-megapixel camera also features WiFi, NFC and GPS, it is extremely slim and compact. The 3.0-inch large 460K-dot monitor tilts up to 180-degrees making it extremely easy to take a self-portrait. A variety of special effects that add fun to the shooting experience are integrated into the DMC- ZS35 including Creative Control, Creative Retouch and Creative Panorama. The 1250mAh large capacity of battery enables the camera to shoot approximately 350 pictures.  This could be the ultimate travel camera.