Dream Gadgets

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• An iTunes compatible & MP3/WMA/etc streamer that reads off my Buffalo Linkstation or any NAS without requiring a utility to run on a mac or windows desktop to my home network - that doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
• What is so hard about using samba to read mp3 files from folders? If it can be done on CDRs by $60 boomboxes why can't $400 devices do the same with a UNC?
• example: \\servername\share\mp3folders
• or better yet, why don't any of these run iTunes directly with a web browser interface?
  
• A simple device to translate video/audio streamed to it across ethernet to composite, coax, optical outputs - and doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
• A Tivo that writes to DVD+/-RWs, provides basic Tivo program guide with the OPTION to use the Tivo Plus program guide, has commercial skip, let's me stream across my home network to any ethernet connected device
• The entire collection of Burger King Star Wars toys
  
• ** A new set is on sale now - Nov 2005 **
  
• Better wireless cameras that can be remotely zoomed and use fuel cells or other long lasting power source.
• Fuel cells that last 5x longer than lithium batteries and are backwards compatible with batteries.
• A cell phone that works after a hurricane.

... if only ...

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Check this out - a charging station

I received my Wired magazine for Dec a couple of days ago. After a few pages I find this ad for an Anthrocart designed charging station called the eNook that mounts on your wall. Cost = $399.

Funny because just a couple of months ago I setup a makeshift charging station in our home office on top of an existing rubbermaid/sterlite cart ($25) in an attempt to coral all those wall warts & chargers. I ordered Cyberguys "Liberator Plus" (10 @ 21.90) and use a couple of surge supressor strips. I also used Velcro cord wraps I found at Home Depot - 25 for $5 (cyberguys 25/$9) to neaten/shorten all the cords. It's not pretty but it gets the job done. Cost = $51.90 - includes existing cart, $26.90 without cart.

If I had the extra cash I'd replace my makeshift station with Anthro's.
:)

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