Flatbed scanners gobble up desk space, besides the clumsiness of lifting the lid to place papers and scan them.
And that is where HoverCam X300 seems a boon, that fell into your lap.

It looks more like an elongated, chic and thinner version of a table lamp. But HoverCam X300 is more like a camera. It is USB powered. And what’s best about it, is that it is compact. And its resolution is 1,600 x 1,200 pixels.

Here is how it works. Hold the paper under the HoverCam, and it automatically rotates the scan over it. In effect, HoverCam takes a snapshot of the document placed under its lens in a split second. California based Pathway Innovations and Technologies has said that its abilities like scanning, faxing, emailing, archiving and organising files make the process easier, less fussy.

The documents get filed automatically in Rich Internet Application format based on Adobe Air 2.0 technology. Images can be dragged and dropped into folders, you can create PDFs instantly. HoverCam doubles up as an overhead projector too. You can stream its video output to a pico projector.

Its special price at the CES 2010 show was $ 140, while its cost outside of the show is $180.

Via: thehovercam

Soon there will be a time when paperbacks and books that we reads today will become relics and will be replaced with e-book readers in every home, school, office, institution, universities etc. The launch of e-book readers such as Amazon’s Kindle and Nook from Barnes & Noble, has ushered in a new era of state of the art and multi-functioning e-readers, that would not only change the way we look at books as of now, but will also revolutionize the world of e-books. If that’s not enough, with the Google Books project, there are now numerous titles available on the net to be read and downloaded.

The Consumer Electronics Show 2010 (CES) showed how much the e-reader phenomenon is catching up with today’s modern hi-tech lifestyle. Even Jason Pinter at the Huffington Post agrees to the fact that, e-reader are here to stay and create an all new book reading trend. In his post, Mr. Pinter states, “I state my belief that e-readers have the fantastic opportunity to bring in a brand new readership, increasing the overall book market by leaps and bounds.”

I personally prefer actual books than e-readers, but recently after using one myself, I have come to respect and prefer these nifty devices and the features they represent. Therefore, in the spirit of e-reading, here is a compilation of the top five must have e-book readers featured at the CES 2010.

• The all new e-book reader, called LIBRARY had been the center of attention at the CES 2010. This latest addition to the long list of e-readers has been designed by Steve Yang Ze-Siao and sports a unique feature, due to which the users can in reality flip the pages of the book. This not only provides more comfort, but keeps the user in tune to the world of books. The LIBRARY has been provided with a keyboard as well, making the search process a breeze and the bookmarks to be used for the titles can be viewed even when the e-reader is closed.

• One of the leading names in consumer electronic products, Samsung was also not behind in the field of e-readers as it announced the launch of two new e-readers, the Samsung E6 and E101 that became an instant hit, as the device are the first in the category to employ a stylus with the e-readers, thus providing the users with added benefit of scribbling notes onto the e-readers. Both models are highly energy efficient and feature bluetooth and wifi connectivity.

• Another magnificent product to see the light of day at the CES 2010 was not one but two e-book readers from Paradigm Shift Sourcing and Manufacturing and the most astounding feature of these new devices is the colored display that is sure to make them an instant hit. Furthermore, the new e-readers are capable of by passing DRM content and will be included with 1GB of storage capacity.

• The famous COOL-ER collection of e-book readers from Interead was also announced to have new additions of e-readers. The company took lessons from the current trends and has also provided wifi connectivity to the new e-readers and later announced crucial updates to the e-readers currently in distribution.

• The e-book category at the CES 2010 witnessed the introduction of an all new display technology applied to the new e-reader from Skiff and Sprint, that would provide the users with an impressive 1200 x 1600 pixels (UXGA) resolution, due to the implementation of foil-display technology, thus replacing the conventional display screens with a sheet of stainless steel foil.

The Consumer Electronics Show 2010 (CES) has finally come to an end, but has left us with a sneak peek into the next generation in communications, wireless networking and other state of the art technologies that would put a new spin on the term “it’s a small world after all!” The world of laptops and desktop is now being shared by state of the art smartbooks and netbooks that have designed to provide the ultimate comfort and usability as far as online experience in concerned. Some of the biggest names in the computer hardware industry such as HP, Lenovo, Dell etc. introduced their latest offerings at the CES 2010 and announced to the world, that the computer revolution has just begun.

Here are some of the most unique products as compiled by Trends Updates from CES 2010:

• Lenovo has been one of the primary and trusted names in computers and its Ideapads and ThinkPad notebooks are used by professionals world over. At the CES 2010, Lenovo announced its intentions of expanding the Ideapad and ThinkPad series with introduction of new laptops for both brands. The ThinkPad Edge notebook was perhaps the boldest from Lenovo, as the notebook has bee given a 13 inch display screen and is powered by AMD Athlon Neo processors. The Edge is the very first Lenovo laptop to use an AMD processor.

• At the CES 2010, among other devices, a very interesting product made its debut, that goes by the name of Notion Ink tablet. This all new tablet PC has been given an Nvidia Tegra2 chip providing it with exceptional graphics and the device also featured a unique Pixel Qi transflective screen. This one of a kind display allows the tablet to be highly energy efficient as it has two operating modes, where in the tablet can turn from a normal LCD mode to an electrophoretic reflective mode.

• One of the biggest names in IT sector, Hewlett Packard (HP) also took the CES 2010 platform as a launch pad for its new series of laptops and desktops. These state of the art device are being viewed as HP’s global expansion into the computer hardware market. The best configuration offered from HP in regards to its new desktops comprise of Intel Core i5 or Core i7 processors, 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM and Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 1.8GB graphics card.

• Again, when it came to smartbooks, Lenovo was seen as the leader, with the introduction of Lenovo Skylight, an all new feature packed smartbook focusing heavily on growing importance of social networking. The Lenovo Skylight will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor at 1GHz and will be sporting the Linux OS. This cool device will also feature a 1.3 mega pixel camera, a 20GB flash storage and various social network widgets.

• Well, yet another addition from Lenovo rocked the CES 2010 with its combination of simplicity and innovation. The Lenovo Hybrid U1 works both as a notebook and a tablet and it is achieved by sliding out the display screen from its dock. The U1 features twin processors for both modes, one being Intel Core 2 Duo and other a Snapdragon 1Ghz processor, equally complimented by 16GB flash drive for the tablet and an impressive 128GB SSD for the laptop. This unique machine has been designed for one purpose and that is to provide the users with multi-functions, that of a laptop and a tablet, all rolled into one.

The line up for some of the most advanced and most sought after gadgets for the year 2010 has already been decided with the closure of the Consumer Electronics Show, that proved to be the holy grail for numerous laptops, e-book readers, gadgets, products and technologies that will no doubt have an immense impact on the way we see today’s electronic industry. However, in the field of mobile device technology, one name beat the rest and that is, Google Android, the mobile operating platform from Google, which has captured the imagination of just about every mobile device manufacturing company in the world. The CES 2010 witnessed a surge of products that were wholly based on the Google Android, including smartbooks, mobile phones and other devices as well.

From the entire CES 2010 Coverage, we have compiled the list of five of the coolest Google Android powered device, that are already making headlines. Here are these five devices:

On the top of the list of Google Android powered devices is the all new tablet cum phone from computer manufacturing giant, Dell Inc. The all new Dell Mini 5 is being seen as one of the most awesome devices that is almost ready to hit the market. The device sports a 5 inch touch screen, which Dell is planning to bump upto a cool 10 to 12 inches. With a Dell designed version of Google Android, a 5 megapixel camera and a slim slot that would provide phone features, the Dell Mini 5 is surely going to bring a revolution in the mobile device industry.

The second in line is the newest entry in the world of smart phones, Google’s Nexus One. This gorgeous looking stands at the 2nd position, despite of all the fanfare and hype that surrounded its launch, due to the fact that the Nexus One is nothing but a standard smart phone from HTC and is far less than the expectations of the consumer. However, the Nexus One does sport an impressive 3.7 inch screen, runs the latest version of Google Android (2.1) and above all, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, pumping out 1 GHz of speed, the fastest in the smart phone industry.

The third device in our list isn’t out yet, but is sure to make heads turn and aroused a lo of curiosity ever since its plans were unveiled at the CES 2010. The device in question is the proposed Smartbook that will be a joint venture between Qualcomm and Hewlett Packard. This all new smartbook will be powered by Google Android mobile OS and will have all the usual specs such as wifi and 3G connectivity, but with a Snapdragon processor, that is expected to increase the device’s battery life significantly.

When we talk about Google Android and mobile devices, tablet PCs can’t be far behind and such is the case for the all new tablet from Texas based Freescale Semiconductor. This all new will be running the Google Android OS with a 1GHZ  i.MX515 processor. Furthermore, the tablet will also feature 4GB to 64GB of storage capacity, wifi, Bluetooth 2.1, 3G connectivity and will be embedded with vital social networking widgets.

LG recently announced its plans to introduce the all new Prada 3 smart phone. Now, we all know that the Prada series from LG was the first to bring in the ‘touch’ revolution and with the announcement for Prada 3, LG is planning to revive the series with the inculcation of the famed Google Android mobile platform and the company has invested much of its time on enhancing the device’s QWERTY keyboard and messaging capabilities.

There is nothing better than an event that features the latest in the market, and especially the ones that are technologically advanced. CES is one such event that will blow your mind away with all the products that are launched.

While most products are cool, some stand out for various reasons. Here are the Best of Innovations Honorees. Honorees are handpicked by a panel of eminent judges. The panel consists of engineers, journalists and independent industry designers. So here is the list!

Crystal Cable BV under the category of Audio Accessories

These high-end speakers are made of natural glass and look amazingly chic.

Samsung HT-C6730W Blu-ray Home Theater System under Audio Components

Samsung HT-C6730W is an amazing 7.1-channel Blu-ray Home Theater System with Advanced Connectivity. It totally rocks!

IntelliTouch Eos Coverage under the category of Computer Accessories

IntelliTouch Eos Coverage doubles up as a digital wireless multi-room audio system which works in every part of the house.

ATI Radeon HD 5870 under the category of Computer Hardware

ATI Radeon HD 5870 is a powerful graphics card that can connect up to up to six high-definition displays.

Alienware TactX Keyboard under the category of Computer Peripherals

Alienware TactX Keyboard comes with  dedicated macro keys, support unlimited user profiles, and AlienFX lighting system.

Nikon COOLPIX S1000pj under the category of Digital Imaging

Nikon COOLPIX S1000pj is being touted as the world’s first camera with a built-in projector.

Eneloop Bike under the category of Eco-Design and Sustainable Technology

Eneloop Bike brings amazing sensation and a new consciousness to the rider.

Parrot G Drone under the category of Electronic Gaming Hardware

Parrot G Drone is a Wi-fi flying video toy which you can use with an iPhone.

MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot under the category of Enabling Technologies

MiFi 2200 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot allows personal freedom to access the Internet.

47-inch LCD HDTV by LG Electronics under the category of Online Audio/Video Content

47-inch LCD HDTV by LG Electronics comes with Slim Full LED Backlight technology and NetCast Entertainment Access and is just amazing.

Savi Office under the category of Headphones

Savi Office is wireless and can be used as an office headset system.

Sonic Touch hearing aid under the category of Health and Wellness

Sonic Touch hearing aid is being touted as the smallest receiver-in-canal product available.

Ultra-thin on-wall speaker Mythos XTR-50 under the category of High Performance Audio

Ultra-thin on-wall speaker Mythos XTR-50 comes with dynamic drivers for superior performance.

ASUS Videophone Touch AiGuru SV1T under the category of Home Networking

ASUS Videophone Touch AiGuru SV1T comes with a large 7″ touch screen.

D-Link Boxee Box under the category of Home Theater Accessories

D-Link Boxee Box doubles up as a 802.11n-powered media player system for streaming music and HDTV.

XM SkyDock under the category of In-Vehicle Audio

XM SkyDock comes with live satellite radio on iPods.

Ford Work Solutions In-dash Computer under the category of In-Vehicle Accessories

Ford Work Solutions In-dash Computer comes with internet connectivity via a number of ways.

Chrysler Interface Module under the category of In-Vehicle Control/OEM Integration

Chrysler Interface Module supports all Chrysler vehicles from 1999 to 2010.

GM25-SWM under the category of In-Vehicle Control/OEM Integration

GM25-SWM is a chic Stereo replacement and covers almost all 2,000 GM vehicle applications.

IntelliRoute(r) TND(tm) 500 under the category of In-Vehicle Navigation/Telematics/ITS

IntelliRoute(r) TND(tm) 500 comes with a portable navigation device function.

Flo TV under the category of In-Vehicle Video

Flo TV is an in-vehicle entertainment system.

Control4 Operating System 2.0 under the category of Integrated Home Systems

Control4 Operating System 2.0 allows home-control functionality, easy-to-access whole-home systems, integration of 3rd party applications, and others.

Viper SmartStart under the category of Personal Electronics

Viper SmartStart comes with amazing functionalities and you could use your iPhone as well!

LG Electronics Portable Video Player under the category of Portable Media Players

LG Electronics ATSC Mobile DTV Portable Video Player with DVD is one helluva gadget that is a must-have!

GPS Navigation and Battery Cradle for iPod touch under the category of Portable Multimedia Accessories

GPS Navigation and Battery Cradle for iPod touch comes with built-in GPS receiver, rechargeable battery, amplified speaker, and a car kit.

MoSoNex under the category of Social Networks

MoSoNex Connect allows cellphone users to broadcast live videos and pictures.

HDMI Clear Optical (HCO) Cable under the category of Video Accessories

HDMI Clear Optical (HCO) Cable could be a great choice for DIY consumers

Samsung BD-C6900 under the category of Video Components

Samsung BD-C6900 is the World’s First 3D Blu-ray Player.

Samsung Slim TV under the category of Video Displays

Model: UN55C9000 by Samsung is the World’s Slimmest LED TV with the First On-board TV Display Touch-screen Remote Control.

Saygus V Phone under the category of Wireless Handsets

Saygus V Phone offers low bandwidth two-way video calling on existing 2.5G Networks.

O.R.B. Ring by Hybra Advance Technology under the category of Wireless Handsets Accessories

O.R.B. Ring by Hybra Advance Technology provides warning alarms to people.

Genesis 7.1f under the category of Home Theater Speakers

Genesis 7.1f is a gift to audiophiles.

The rest of us who did not visit CES 2010, had to stay in touch with the happenings through blog posts, telephone calls, videos, and press releases sent via post and email. However, there was also another way which was pretty cool too and that was the podcast.

Many websites ahs their podcasts streamed live thanks to the technology. Moreover, podcasts allowed bloggers, users and the general public to stay in touch with what was happening at the CES 2010. Here is a list of cool podcasts that revealed what happened at the CES 2010.

CNET’s 404 Podcast 495

The guys behind CNET say that his podcast was where they left a part of themselves at CES 2010 in Las Vegas.

Engadget Podcast 175

Engadget as we all know is one of the most important technological blogs around. This time around, their podcast did a lot of good to people like us.

Tech Weekly at CES 2010

This podcast too, had its own advantages, and one can’t deny the fact of Tech Weekly’s importance of covering CES 2010.

Buzz Out Loud Podcast 1142

Buzz Out Loud Podcast 1142 was the Buzz crew’s best of CES picks. I am sure this would interest most gadget crazed readers.

Dialled in Podcast 109

This podcast came live from CES 2010 and just proves how important this mode of streaming is to us all.

If you are a fan of CES 2010, you would certainly know that there is nothing better than watching a video or staring at pictures. Words can tell a lot, but don’t mean anything. Thus, great videos and pictures could be more effective than anything else. Here is a list of 5 cool videos that we thought you must watch.

Scobleizer Reveals the Best and Worst of the 2010 CES through Videos

If you wanted to know what the worst of the worst, and the best of the best at the CES 2010 was, you gotta follow the above link. I must say they have done a great job!

Digital Trends Reveals the Preview of Microsoft’s Xbox Live Game Room

This is something that gamers should not miss. If you are a video game player and would like to check out the Xbox live Game Room, follow the link above.

Phones Review Tells Us what the Windows Mobile 6.5.3 Looked Like in Real

This is something that cellphone users who use Windows Mobile must check out. It is cool and amazing.

9 to 5 Mac Reveals Rubinstein’s Words through Video

Palm CEO Rubinstein talks about iPhone, Android Chief Rubin talks Nexus One and you could learn a lot watching this video.

CES 2010 Launch and Release Party by Diddy

The glamour filled launch party included stars like Diddy, Dr.Dre and Jimmy Lovine. This star studded event was certainly cool!

If you are the kind of person who believes that a picture can tell what a thousand words could, many websites and blogs think so as well. Now that the CES 2010 is over, many blogs told what they saw at the CES 2010 though pictures. Here is a list of 10 websites that did a great job at telling the readers about CES 2010 through pictures. I am sure following the links in this list would open a whole new world of gadgets all told through images!

Huffington Post Reveals CES 2010 Though Images

Huffington Post si one of the cooler online magazines that talk about a variety of topics including gadgets and technology. They have a collection of great images of many different gadgets.

PC World Reveals Best of CES 2010 though Pictures

PC World is a respected online magazine that talks about computers, laptops and such other products. At the CES 010, they have managed to collect the pictures of several new laptops and computers.

PopSci Reveals the Products of Future through Images

PopSci’s list of futuristic gadgets is not just that, but tells you what the upcoming trends in gadgets are like. Trust me, their collection of images are eye-candy.

CNET Reveals the coolest Laptops of CES 2010 through images

If you were looking for a cool laptop, you do not have to read through annoying specs anymoe. Just visit CNET’s list of cool laptops with great images!

CBS News Reveals it all Though Images

CBS News has a list of images that reveal cool gadgets as well.

ZD Net Shoes the Coolest Laptops at CES 2010

Again, if you wanted laptops, check out this list as well. They have some amazing pictures which are drool worthy.

ZD Net’s Top eBook Readers

If you wanted to purchase an e-book, you could take a look at this list.

Geekazine Reveals CES 2010 in Images

See what exactly happened at the Consumer Electronic Show. Some can be just funny!

Guardian Shoots CES 2010 in Las Vegas

If you wanted to see how Las Vegas looked during the CES 2010, do check out these images uploaded by The Guardian.

PC Mag Shows the Samsung Booth

Some really cool images were shows by the PC Mag as well. Don’t miss them!

CES 2010 has been one of the greatest events that has been going on for a few decades. The event, also called the Consumer Electronics Show is one of the most important events in the arena of technology and gadgets. CES 2010 happened in Las Vegas, in the American state of Nevada, and as expected thousands turned out and millions read about the cool products that were unveiled at CES.

Much of its popularity can be traced to the booming Internet and technological blogs. Here are some of the best gadgets and products according to different blogs and magazines that are respected in the industry.

Engadget’s Favourite Entries at the CES 2010

Engadget being one of the most important technological blogs around, they covered the CES exclusively. You could take a look at what they thought were the best from CES 2010.

Which? Reveals its tech Top 10

Which? is yet another interesting blog that is well respected across the Internet. You could check out their list of top 10 products that seem to be quite important.

Nexus 404 Analyzes CES 2010 and Future Trends

The technological blog has an interesting entry about eReaders, Tablets and 3D technologies which seem to be setting future trends.

CrunchGear’s Choice of Top Gadgets at CES 2010

CrunchGear is yet another blog, which knows what the market trends are like and depending on that, they have unveiled their list of the top gadgets at CES 2010.

CompReviews List of Best Computers

They have mentioned Alienware M11x, Lenovo IdeaPad U1 and Wireless Display. You could read more at their site.

AskMen’s List of Best Gear for Guys

The guys at Ask Men really know what men want, and what they look or in gaadgets. Thus, they have gone ahead and posted a cool list of gadgets from the CES 2010 which are great for men.

Phone Arena’s List of Cool Cellphones Unveiled at the CES 2010

Phone Arena have analysed which are the coolest phones unveiled at CES 2010, and they ahve given a list as well. If you are looking for a new cellphone, this might be where you want to star.

Laptop Mag Tells You which Compute to Buy

their post might be a good place to start.

Pop Sci Reveals the Future of Gadgets

Pop Sci is a blog that knows what the trends are going to be in the near future. Thus, after looking at the CES, they have come up with a list of futuristic goods at the CES 2010.

CNET Tells Us All about Gaming, Computers, Home Theatre and More

CNET is one of the most important technological websites around. If you were wondering what could be the best gadgets to be unveiled in the CES 2010, you could take a look at their list.

Popular Mechanics Reveals 7 Cool but Unknown Companies

Their list of 7 companies with big inventions and innovations has a lot to do with small and unknown companies. Here is how you could stay abreast with latest developments in the tech market and start ups.

Wired Goes to CES 2010, and Gets Us All Wired

Wired has a list of cool products unveiled at the CES 2010, and that is a cool place to check out all of the best ones unveiled at the CES 2010.

Gadgetell Wraps up CES 2010

You could visit Gadgetell who covered the event pretty well too. In fact, if you browse around, you would find many cool gadgets.

BBC’s Last Gadget Standing

BBC has a well written post about the contenders for the bf you brot. You could go ahead and try to find gadgets. Choose one you like the best.

I4U Reveals the Best of 2010 CES.

I4U covered the CES 2010 extensively too, you cannot ignore what they think is the best from the CES. Take a look at it as well!

The Consumer Electronics Show 2010 has been the place where new technologies have emerged in an effort to make a positive impact on our lives. Whether it be healthcare products or eco-friendly device, companies across the globe have tried their best to show the world, the innovations and their practical applications. In the spirit of innovations, here is a simple but a highly efficient that not only works on the principle of human kinetic energy, but also produces energy in the process. The all new YoGen from Easy Energy is a hand powered energy charger that has been designed and developed to power most of the mobile devices that we carry around everyday.

The Yo Gen mobile charger produces power that can be used to charge various mobile devices such as cell phones, GPS instruments. MP3 players, hand held gaming consoles etc. that need constant recharging on the go. The user has to pull the cord numerous times, for the device to generate power, and the process is entirely eco friendly as there is no need for conventional power consumption. The Yo Gen helps eliminate the need of electric power charging and can keep your mobile devices running with just muscle power.

Easy Energy has also ensured that, the device produces equal amount of energy, as would a AC wall socket, thereby reducing the user effort and maintaining high levels of energy to be used by the on the go gadgets, thus keeping them operation, regardless of the place and time.

Via Tree Hugger