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Andreas Jakl (Software) and Stephan Selinger (Hardware) has launched a ShakerRacer project, which enable a hacked RC Car to be controlled by the Nokia N95 using the sensor.

When you’re playing a racing game or using an RC car, you will very often move your whole body when driving through tight turns or accelerate with full speed — but the control itself is very often still done through abstract buttons on a game controller or keyboard.

The car that we used is based on a standard €90 RC car bought from a toy shop. We modded it to accept Bluetooth instead of the proprietary wireless module that it was shipped with. A small microcontroller and a Bluetooth module replace the original wireless components. On the side of the mobile phone, a Python script translates the input of the acceleration sensor to commands that the microcontroller can understand in order to manage the steering servo as well as the main motor.’

ShakerRacer does not need this additional layer and allows you to control an RC car directly through your movements - by using the acceleration sensor of your mobile phone. It works in a very intuitive way: just tilt your phone in the direction you want to drive.

Check the video below to see exactly how it works.

Source: symbianresources.com

We are in the market looking for a new laptop with Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR enable to run several tests. We found the OQO Model 02 selling for an incredible price. It is not a laptop but we were impressed with the low price. Those toys use to be very expensive because the great portability and rich specifications. Now you can find the system with 1.5GHz VIA C7M ULV processor, 1GB DDR2 533 MHz Speed SDRAM memory and 60GB HD for about $ 1.070.00, which is not bad for a full-featured ultra mobile PC. The Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR of course is included on the package.
If you are looking for the OQO Model 02, go for it… To check the price, full specifications and user’s reviews, click here.

Aliph just announced today that Aliph’s award-winning Jawbone Bluetooth headset is now available in over 2300 Verizon Communications Stores and at the Verizon Wireless Official Website (www.verizonwireless.com). Verizon expects their customer to be very satisfied with the Jawbone, having the most advanced Bluetooth headset on the market, for the best call experience under their network.

Jawbone revolutionizes incoming and outgoing voice clarity with Noise Shield, a military-grade technology that eliminates background noise. Jawbone also improves sound quality by seamlessly analyzing and adjusting microphone and earpiece performance throughout the call.

I am not a Verizon customer, but I am sure their customers will have an excellent experience purchasing the Jawbone Bluetooth Headset. They are selling the headset online, or in stores for $ 119.00.

Via MobileBurn.com.

I have been testing Bluetrek Bluetooth headsets since they released their first product in the US, several years ago - the Bluetrek G2. Today I found some interesting posts about the Bluetrek ST1 which is a Bluetooth v1.2 enabled stereo headset compatible with any Bluetooth enabled product that provides music playback, such as mobile phones, MP3 players, and computers that support Bluetooth A2DP and AVRCP profile. The headset incorporates a unique and innovative design that uses flexible rubber arms that twist and fit comfortably around the neck. Once the Bluetrek ST1 receives the stereo or mono content via Bluetooth it is then processed using SRS WOW HD for a superior audio entertainment experience with crisp highs, deep lows and immersive realism.
I found a really good review about the ST1 from Techcastnetwork.co.uk, with a very nice content and pictures. If you are trying to find more information about the ST1, click here to read the full review, or here to visit the official website.

We have found good reviews for the Aycom BluNA iPod Nano Bluetooth Adapter. With the Anycom BluNa, your iPod Nano will wirelessly stream music to any Bluetooth-enabled speakers over a ranger of about 30 feet. Simply attach the adapter to the iPod dock connector, at the bottom of the device, to add wireless Bluetooth Class 2 capability. The sound is excellent because its A2DP profile is crystal-clear digital rather than analog.
Check the full review from Mobiletechreview.com.

Guys like Travis Rice certainly will have fun with the new Bluetooth Winter Sports Helmet. This new helmet has Bluetooth built in which allows you to connect your iPod up to it to listen to music wirelessly. It has 2 built-in speakers which fit over your ears. On the iPod (or other music source) side you attach a Bluetooth transmitter to the headphone socket and hit play, ensuring no audio wires will impede your mobility. Once all connected up you are good to go. The shell is made from an injection-molded ABS and a polycarbonat with an EPS foam liner.

The helmet costs around $300 and is available from Hammacher.com.

Via Gadgets-weblog.com.

Another Black Friday!! Amazon.com has just published their Black Friday Bluetooth deals.
I just picked two here:

- Aliph Jawbone Noise Shield Bluetooth Headset- Black - $69.99

- iGo Stowaway Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard for Blackberry and other PDA/ Handhelds - $29.99

Enjoy!!

Bluetrek has released its latest SENSE Bluetooth headset. The fashion-forward Bluetrek SENSE Bluetooth headset is just 5cm long and weighs in at 8g, but packs in a dual-color LED display, voice-guided operation with audible confirmation of the selected feature, 4 hour talk-time and 5 day stand-by time, and features a touch-sensitive main-button. The headset can be worn with the slim ear-hook or without - ensuring that anyone can get a secure fit. The headset offers a black mirror-like finish and the boast to be the first in the Bluetrek range to offer touch-sensitive technology

The headset is expect to hit the market early next year for £49.99 (about $103).

For more detailed information about the product, visit the Bluetrek website.

CSR has released the BlueCore Player - the lowest cost Bluetooth-enabled MP3 player in the world, costing less than $10. Meant for devices that are not made cumbersome with wires, the BlueCore Player also allows direct streaming of MP3 files in order to reduce power consumption. It was designed based on CSR’s BlueCore5-Multimedia silicon with embedded DSP coprocessor and 16-bit stereo codec for high quality stereo sound. Not only that, it is Bluetooth v2.1 ready and also supports v2.0+EDR of the Bluetooth specification. Well, I’m very exited to check the product’s performance and sound quality.

Check the Press Release here.

After few years on the market the Jabra JX10 still a big seller not only the great design, small size and lightest bluetooth headsets available today but also consistently one of the top three bestselling models.

Michael Oryl from Mobileburn.com published a very detailed review about the Jabra JX10 Series II, ending the article with a “Highly Recommended” rating.

In the end, the new JX10 turns out to be a great Bluetooth headset that ships with some fantastic new functionality that lets people use it with a land line as well.”

Click here to read the full review from Mobileburn.com