If You Have The Time… September 30, 2006

Quitting smoking has been touted as one of the hardest habits to change.  This device uses your will-power coupled with a gadget to get you on your way to a healthier lifestyle.

The small and compact gadget fits around your neck and is a creative yet effective idea that can help you stop smoking gradually.  Using the Linkman, you are encouraged to stop smoking with the help of automatic timers inside.

This Linkman, when worn around your neck, will let you know when your "time" comes to have your next desired cigarette.  Gradually, the Linkman will lengthen the time between cigarettes, effectively helping you wean off nicotine.

Press the button on the Linkman and it will either glow red or green…green means yes, you can have another cigarette while red means no, you should wait a bit longer.  As you keep using the Linkman it will slowly have you smoking less and less over a few months, making life easier while trying to quit.

It makes sense to me that this would work but I’m sure it would take some will-power to go with it…or at least the DESIRE to stop smoking.  It could make for a good aid and could be passed on to someone else you care about that wants to quit when you are done with it.

They are advertised at $79.99 at the main site.

Flash & Loss September 30, 2006

With USB drives all the rage for storage options, guess what comes next…

USB Thumb Drive Recovery.  That’s right, so many of us depend on our jumpdrives, flashdrives and USB storage devices and what comes with that is the life of the drive.  With so many utilizing that option, we’re coming up on a time where the drive lifetimes will end and corruption of important data will begin.

eProvided.com offers recovery services for this very thing.  Take a look at what they have to say about the service:

Handling all severe
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problems. Our service in most cases recovers 100% of all data lost
providing data recovery support for over 2200 file types & 3000
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Visit eProvided.com for more information.

Knox, As In Fort Knox September 30, 2006

Another excellent iPod accessory is the Knox.  This little number locks up your wallet contents in a small space and will keep your iPod, which is dear to you, in safe-keeping.

The Knox will carry your cards, cash and iPod securely in a slim shell of aircraft grade aluminum.  It claims to also be RELO ready to make it easy to store your iPod already in the Radura style case.  Convenience and security…and you can even play your iPod and plug in to your sound even while the Knox has a hold of your iPod.

Wraptor For The iPod September 30, 2006

Set up your iPod Shuffle with the new Wraptor by Mophie.  This gadget will keep your cord wrapped tight AND will protect your iPod Shuffle from bumps or cracks.  A sleek design, the Wraptor is clear and shiny and looks like it will do the job right.

Avoid costly tangles and getting your cords closed in doors.  Keep your Wraptor attached and you won’t have any issues.  Visit the Mophie site and see what good things they have for your iPod products.

LG Chocolate in Pink September 30, 2006

The LG Chocolate phone, with all the bells and whistles, does come in pink, too!  The model LG-SV590 will make you smile with pink colors to keep it sleek and still do the job.

The original colors this phone came in were white and black…so having the pink version was quite a change for the LG Chocolate.

This color was supposed to be released in early May so if you haven’t seen it yet, take a peek!

Looking For Social Podcasters September 29, 2006

What’s happening Techie Diva readers? I know you have dreams of becoming a famous podcaster or videocaster, and this is your chance to do it on Techie Diva. Put your creativity to work by submitting your own podcast right here. If you have something to say about your new iPod, your high-def TiVO or pet robot, simply click on the Odeo banner above, plug-in your microphone, and tell us what you think. You can also submit questions for advice, or recommendations on new products you spot first. If your message is selected, it will be get some airtime on this blog, and maybe even a fan following. More details after the  jump….

Perez Hilton on Current Buzz September 29, 2006

I love reading Perez Hilton. If you don’t read it, you should. Here’s an interview he did with Current Buzz, and OMG, he pulled an Isaac Mizrahi on Kinga.

Staying Safe Online September 28, 2006

From the editor’s desk:

Hey there, every once in a while, I like to post articles that I’m writing over at Yahoo Tech, in case you missed them. This week, I’m on a online safety kick, so I’ve been writing some field guides for ya on phishing, phone privacy, MySpace tips, and other tech tips to keep you safe while you surf the web. You’ll be surprised at the kind of stuff that is out there, like did you hear about the jilted girlfriend who hired a hitman to kill her rival, and got all her info from MySpace? Or that phishing scams  have now evolved to phone calls? Yeah, it’s scary. We love being on the cutting edge of technology, but we also need to protect what we’ve worked so hard for. Check them out, and if you have some suggestions, questions, or need more information on a particular topic, shoot me an email at techiedivas at yahoo dot com, or go to this form. 

• The Attack of the Big Phish
• How to Spot a Phishing Scam
• Why Phone Privacy Matters
• Calling All Social Scenesters
• MySpace, A place for predators?

Dangerously Thin Mona USB September 28, 2006

What’s with the obsession of being thin?  Even electronic companies are on a thin kick. While there’s nothing wrong with being on the slender side, unless you have an eating disorder, it does get a little annoying when we cant find your electronics because they’re so darn small. This Mona Lisa USB flash card looks like a wall plate, more than a USB device. It has 1GB of storage, and it’s small enough to fit in your wallet.  What do you think, should our gear be this thin? [The Red Ferret]

Flickr MiniCards September 28, 2006

MOO, a cutting-edge printing company, has teamed up with the online photo fantasyland Flickr to create MiniCards featuring your favorite digital images and your contact info, if you so choose.  The resulting customizable calling cards each feature a different photo from the last and are printed on high quality stock.  If you’re a Flickr pro account owner, hurry and try it for free until the end of the September.  Check website for more details.