Pentagon: Hacked By Russians?
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense William S. Lynn III has admitted that the Pentagon has been hacked in 2008 via a USB key. The attack was conducted by a foreign intelligence agency; Russia is suspected.
He said: In 2008, the U.S. Department of Defense suffered a significant compromise of its classified military computer networks. It began when an infected flash drive was inserted into a U.S. military laptop at a base in the Middle East. The flash drive’s malicious computer code, placed there by a foreign intelligence agency, uploaded itself onto a network run by the U.S. Central Command. That code spread undetected on both classified and unclassified systems, establishing what amounted to a digital beachhead, from which data could be transferred to servers under foreign control.
Scottevest’s Coat Can Carry Lots Of Electronic Gadgets
The Scottevest’s travel coat is a dream come true for gadget geeks. The coat contains 22 pockets to put all your iPad, iPhone, camera, etc.
More Info: Scottevest Travel Vest Fro Men
Realistic Mask In Mission Impossible A Reality
Check out the mask from SPFXMasks. Apparently this is the same mask during an alleged bank robbery.
Source: Realistic “Handsome Guy” mask
Gas Mask Bra Secures Ig Nobel Prize
During the 19th Ig Nobel Prize Ceremony, Elena N. Bodnar, Raphael C. Lee, and Sandra Marijan designed the winning public health prize for a bra that turns into gas masks. Elena said, It only takes 25 seconds for any woman to use. Five seconds to convert and wear her own mask, and 20 seconds to wonder who the lucky man is to wear the second mask.
Source: Gas-Mask Bra, Tequila Diamonds Among 2009 Ig Nobels
DuoTow Watch By Christophe Claret
The DualTow watch was created Christophe Claret to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Le Locle based manufacture.
From Professional Watches: The most innovative attribute, is its unique single-pusher planetary-gear chronograph with striking system. A single-push piece activates three identically structured planetary gears that control the chrono functions. A patent has been filed for this original interpretation of the chronograph. As if that is not enough, Christophe Claret has chosen to add a striking mechanism signaling when the chronograph is started, stopped and reset.
Apple’s In-Ear Headphones Out
Apple has finally released the In-Ear Headphones with Remote and Mic which was announced during its September “Let’s Rock” event. Apple says the in-ear headphones are engineered for superior acoustic accuracy, balance, and clarity. This will cost you $79.
From Apple, …Headphones contains two separate high-performance drivers — a woofer to handle bass and mid-range sounds and a tweeter for high-frequency audio. These dedicated drivers help ensure accurate, detailed sound across the entire sonic spectrum. The result: You’re immersed in the music and hear details you never knew existed. Even when listening to an old favorite, you may feel like you’re hearing it for the first time. The Apple In-Ear Headphones deliver a truly immersive sound experience by drastically reducing unwanted outside noises.
Source: Apple In-Ear Headphones
Sega Itami Fitrainer
Sega Body Trainer will be marketed as Itami Fitrainer in the US. The FiTrainer is a virtual personal fitness coach that tells you exactly how you should exercise to achieve maximum results.
From the Itami website, Based on your age, personal fitness level and pulse rate, the FiTrainer will guide you through your customized walking, jogging or running workout routine with its programmed narration, rhythmic beat and music. You can also connect your MP3 player to the FiTrainer and exercise with your favorite MP3 music files.
Source: Itami Fitrainer
World’s Smallest Projector
Hong Kong based Earth Trek released the world’s smallest projector measuring 105x58x25mm and weighing 160g. The 90-805R mini projector has a SD card, built-in lithium battery which last 1-2 hours, built-in speaker, MP4 player, and provides a 22 inch diagonal projection.
Source: The World’s Smallest Projector from Earth Trek
PSP Skype Headset Available
Skpe headset for PSP-2000 is now available for $29.99. You will also need the latest firmware 3.90 to get it working.
Largest Swiss Army Knife
This huge Swiss Army knife is the holder of the Guinness World Record for The Most Multifunctional Penknife, with 87 precision-engineered tools spanning 112 functions.
This knife will set you back $1,199.95.
From the product description:
Made by Wenger, crafters of genuine Swiss Army knives since 1893, it uses stainless steel for all parts and is hand-assembled by just two cutlery specialists in Delmont, Switzerland, ensuring that every knife meets exacting standards. It has seven blades, three types of pliers, three golf tools (club face cleaner, shoe spike wrench, and divot repair tool), 25 flat- and Phillips-head screwdrivers and bits, saws, wrenches, and more. It also has a bicycle chain rivet setter, signal whistle, 12/20-gauge shotgun choke tube tool, combination fish scaler, hook di sgorger, and line guide tool, cigar-cutting scissors, laser pointer, tire-tread gauge, toothpick, tweezers, and key ring. See hammacher.com for a complete list of tools. 3 1/4″ L x 8 3/4″ W. (2 3/4 lbs.)
Source: Hammacher Schlemmer
