Regarding New Technology - All Entries
What a Ride!
Recently at the Barrett-Jackson auto auction in Scottsdale, Arizona I had the chance to test and talk to the folks at Custom Theater Solutions . They are the creators of a new and impressive custom motion seating design. After testing - actually riding - in their new setup, all I can say is their motion seating puts you into the movie like never before! After sitting in their seats I expected clunky movements, a little vibration and swaying. What I got was full action movements, smooth, fast and completely natural. There are not many things that can impress me this much, to actually make me grin like a child, but this was definitely one of those times. We were watching scenes from Terminator 3. Every movement, vibration, explosion you feel. Camera zooms in, you zoom in, vehicle accelerates and you feel as is you are too. But it's not just... More »
Hi Def - Get paid for digital-to-analog converter!
We all know that Hi-Def is the way to go and that Digital television will provide consumers with a clearer picture. But did you know that more programming will be available and it will free up much needed spectrum for advanced wireless broadband services and inter operable communications among emergency first responders? That being said, what about the folks that need a digital-to-analog converter? Well check this out…. Starting Jan. 1, 2008, all U.S. households will be eligible to request up to two $40 coupons to be used toward the purchase of up to two, digital-to-analog converter boxes, Also that they are allocating $990 million for the program? In fact, if the initial funds are used up, the Act permits funding to increase by $510 million, If the additional funds are needed, eligibility for those coupons will be limited exclusively to over-the-air-only television households. Consumers requesting coupons from these contingent... More »
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