Archive for April, 2009

Lesser-Known Firefox Feature Slows Down Mouse Wheel Scrolling Speed

Ever facing difficulties when scrolling down a long page of words due to the mouse scroll speed which cause the page to move too fast down or up. Just hold down the Alt key (or Cmd for Mac users) while using the mouse wheel to scroll the page, and Firefox will scroll at a nice smooth pace instead of flying down the page like normal.

via lifehacker

Serious case modder

When you are serious about your hobby anything could happen. There are a lot nice mod cases around i has compile a few latest one which i think they are really different from the crowd.

Batman case

Gas Pump

Ultimate Optimus Prime

Wall E Case

Leela

I think Leela case is the best mod of all listed above. You can check out the full mod process here. There a lot more photo showing how this case is done. If you are interested in more case modding you can check it out at extremetech . They are having a new case modding coming soon.

Nokia Secret

Most of the time we only know about codes to check our phone imei number or to reset the phone back to factory default. But these Nokia secret codes will help you to unlock some hidden features and some interesting infomation of your phone. Use this codes at your own risks alway backup your important stuffs before you try out.

These are the secret Nokia codes:

On the main screen type in:
*#06# – for checking the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity).
*#7780# – reset to factory settings.
*#67705646# – This will clear the LCD display(operator logo).
*#0000# – To view software version.
*#2820# – Bluetooth device address.
*#746025625# – Sim clock allowed status.
#pw+1234567890+1# – Shows if sim have restrictions.
*#92702689# – takes you to a secret menu where you may find some of the information below:
1. Displays Serial Number.
2. Displays the Month and Year of Manufacture
3. Displays (if there) the date where the phone was purchased (MMYY)
4. Displays the date of the last repair – if found (0000)
5. Shows life timer of phone (time passes since last start)
*#3370# – Enhanced Full Rate Codec (EFR) activation. Increase signal strength, better signal reception. It also help if u want to use GPRS and the service is not responding or too slow. Phone battery will drain faster though.
*#3370* – (EFR) deactivation. Phone will automatically restart. Increase battery life by 30% because phone receives less signal from network.
*#4720# – Half Rate Codec activation.
*#4720* – Half Rate Codec deactivation. The phone will automatically restart
If you forgot wallet code for Nokia S60 phone, use this code reset: *#7370925538#
Note, your data in the wallet will be erased. Phone will ask you the lock code. Default lock code is: 12345
Press *#3925538# to delete the contents and code of wallet.
Unlock service provider: Insert sim, turn phone on and press vol up(arrow keys) for 3 seconds, should say pin code. Press C,then press * message should flash, press * again and 04*pin*pin*pin#
*#7328748263373738# resets security code.
Default security code is 12345
Change closed caller group (settings >security settings>user groups) to 00000 and ure phone will sound the message tone when you are near a radar speed trap. Setting it to 500 will cause your phone 2 set off security alarms at shop exits, gr8 for practical jokes! (works with some of the Nokia phones.) Press and hold “0″ on the main screen to open wap browser.

via freenokiagoodies

Weird, cute and useful USB

Turtle USB hub

This turtle usb hub allows you to insert 4 different type of usb device into its leg. The back of this tortoise is can be opened up to keep some small stationery or coins in it. It doubles up as a decorative item as well as for those who love tortoises.

Fishbone USB hub

Things can just get creative if you put in just a little more efforts. Look at the pic above doesn’t it look like the fishbone in the cartoon we alway watch. One word of advice do not put this usb hub anywhere near a cat it may be mistaken as a real fish, the cat may try to eat it and end up electrocuted. haha joking joking.

Can USB hub

Of all the usb hubs i like this the most because of the feature it provides. This fun gadget features three USB hub and comes with support for SD, SDHC, MMC, XD, CF and direct plug of T-flash (MicroSD) cards. It also come in Coke and Heineken design.

Moody USB light hub

Happy kid USB hub

Feeling very moody or unhappy? The USB Moody Light Hub may smooth your mood and the changing light gives you a sensation of relaxation. Still not happy lets hope the smiling face usb hub may cheer you up.

via usb.brando

Fujitsu Develops High-Speed Image-Capture Technology for Palm Vein Biometric Authentication

Fujitsu Palm Vein Biometric 1

Fujitsu had announced the newly development of the world’s first imaging technology for use in palm vein biometric authentication that can operate while the palm is in motion. A person palm needs only to be passed over a sensor for authentication and the device requires approximately only one millisecond to capture the image of your palm vein. You do not need to stay still to wait for the device to capture your palm vein image, Fujitsu Laboratories has confirmed that these new imaging techniques can capture images of palm vein patterns even while the hand is in motion.

With this new feature, it is possible to authenticate an individual’s identity using palm vein authentication with the same ease as of the pic shown above, for example, gliding non-contact smartcards over a train-station turnstile gate, a widely-deployed technology for commuters in Japan. This new technology will make it easier to deploy easy-to-use and highly-precise palm vein authentication systems in a wide range of venues that require reliable and convenient security systems, including corporations, government offices, and hospitals.

via akihabaranews