Archives for 2010

Barbie Girl in A Video World

20101209 Barbie 01 I have to admit, it’s very rare that I play with dolls, in fact I never have. But this is not your average doll. In fact technically, you could classify it as a gadget, so I could not pass up an opportunity to test-drive Mattel’s Barbie Video Girl Doll…of course, with a little help. READ MORE AT G4TV Canada

Geek Gift Idea: The Electronic Spy Camera Shirt

I don’t think I’ve ever heard of James Bond getting a day off, but I’m sure he has to sometime.  And when he does, this is the type of T-Shirt he probably wears when he’s just lounging around his mansion or when his gadget guy Q, my hero, is refitting all his tuxedos. Read more…

2010 Canada New Media Awards winners

It’s no secret that Canada is certainly a hotbed for Digital Media and the Canada New Media Awards, also called the CNMA’s, is an opportunity to showcase the best of the best. In its 10th year, the awards are part of nextMedia Toronto, a Canadian forum for the convergence of all forms of Digital Media.  FULL ARTICLE AT CANOE TECHNOLOGY Read more…

Stuff myPower in your stocking

With the kinds of use and abuse our iPhones take in a day, it’s nice to know there’s a gadget that gives you both an extra boost of power and a little protection at the same time. The myPower for iPhone 4 by Tekkeon does just that. It doubles both as a case and an extra battery.  (via Canoe Technology) Read more…

New MacBook Air one more incredible thing

It’s one thing to see a thumb and a pointer finger holding up the 11.6”   MacBook Air in the TV commercial, but it’s another for those fingers to be yours. And it’s truly hard to really appreciate it until you try it for yourself.  CANOE TECHNOLOGY Read more…

I met the Walrus

On this the 30th anniversary of John Lennon’s death, it would be appropriate to look back on this moment in time and remember the legend and founder of The Beatles who was gunned down by a lunatic in front of his apartment – The Dakota in the Village in New York on Dec 8th, 1980.

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Netflix can stream TV shows & Movies almost anywhere – Win a Subscription

Looking for just the right stocking stuffer for the person who likes to watch TV shows and movies as much as they want whenever they want and where they want?  If so, you might want to consider giving them a gift subscription to Netflix Canada or perhaps you could even win one. VISIT CANOE TECH BLOG FOR FULL ARTICLE
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CFL Commissioner Mark Cohon gracing Grey Cup Tweetup

For the second time in 2 years, the CFL will have an official TweetUp as part of the Grey Cup festivities and once again, Canadian Football League Commissioner Mark Cohon along with a group CFL players. Saskatchewan Roughriders Tad Kornegay , Hamilton Tiger-Cats Arland Bruce and former Rider Don Narcisse are expected to be there.

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Apple Canada Black 2010 Friday Huge Deals

Bf Dayof Takeover Hero With the popularity of Apple products, its not that often that you see them go on sale on line or in store. But for Black Friday, November 26th, Apple is offering some incredible deals to celebrate the day. Save $51 on the iPad and $101 on select Macs including the new 13″ MacBook Air. Too many to mention. The sales are available on-line or in-store.

Black Friday comes early, leads to Cyber Monday & Encore Tuesday

While the 4th Thursday in the US is Thanksgiving Day, the 4th Friday, is called Black Friday and signifies the official start of the holiday shopping season. In fact, it’s one of the biggest shopping days of the year and it means sales, sales and more sales and often with substantial savings. But this year, Black Friday seems to be arriving early and ending even later than before.

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