December 29, 2004

Anti-intrusion tool

Force Field Wireless has developed three products that reduces the leakage of wireless signals from a room or building adding an extra layer of security. When the DefendAir Radio Shield latex paint, which contains copper filings and an aluminum compound is spread evenly on a wall, the paint reflects signals in frequencies from 100 MHz to 5 GHz.

DefendAir is nontoxic, contains no lead, and meets all U.S. Environmental Protection Agency standards. Force Field sells 32 ounces of a copper/aluminum powder that homeowners can add to their own paint for $34. The company also makes a window film that cuts down on signal leakage: A 30-inch-by-25-foot roll is priced at $45.

The paint does have a few drawbacks, aside from blocking wireless networks, it also blocks mobile-phone signals and TV antenna signals.

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December 26, 2004

Wireless Heart Monitor

Researchers at the University of Ulster have developed a wireless cardiac monitoring device. The device aimed at patients with a high risk of cardiac arrest who would usually be confined to a hospital bed allows them to wirelessly monitor their hearts with a tiny electrocardiogram. The device's body-worn sensors wirelessly communicate your health status to the appropriate center in the hospital, clinic or home. The product provides continuous surveillance and enables the early detection of life threatening cardiac events. The monitor can be easily concealed under clothing to give the appearance of optimum health.

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GlobeTrotter Combo Edge and Wi-Fi card

Option Wireless has received FCC and PCTRB approval for use of the GlobeTrotter Combo Edge and Wi-Fi card on EDGE and GPRS networks here in the US. The company also received the CE & R&TTE approvals in Europe. This makes way for the commercial shipment of the Quad band GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE product to US and European markets.

The Quad band allows for use any GPRS network, On an EDGE network, GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE enables connection to the Internet at data speeds of up to 247 kbps. Move into range of a public Wi-Fi hotspot, the corporate wireless network or the home wireless network and the GlobeTrotter COMBO EDGE provides connection at speeds up to 54Mbps. In areas where EDGE or Wi-Fi services are not available the data card still enables reliable and secure data connections over traditional GPRS.

Furthermore network operators implementing Option's mobile IP solution, SESAM, will be able to provide their users with a Seamless Roaming experience.

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December 9, 2004

D-Link DGL-4300 Gaming Router

The DGL-4300 by D-Link is apparently the first 'gaming router' with Ethernet and 802.11N capabilities to help you experience ultimate gaming speeds. According to D-Link this is a must have if you are a serious online gamer. Product Features Optimized Gaming Experience with GameFuel Technology, Up to 108Mbps* 802.11g Wireless Connectivity, 4 Gigabit Ethernet Ports & Customizable Settings for Games and Applications. Price: $180

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