Show Notes for August 5, 2007

Tech Radio episode 5 Show Notes(August 6,2007)

Dell Latitude Xt Tablet Laptop Details

· Single or dual-core Intel ULV CPUs (with integrated graphics)

· LED-backlit WXGA 1280 x 800 display option

· Outdoor viewing WXGA 1280 x 800 display option

· Pen and touch support (digitizer and touchscreen)

· (3) USB 2.0 ports, Ethernet (duh), 1394, VGA out

· WiFi options up to 802.11n, optional Bluetooth

· Optional 3G (HSDPA, EV-DO Rev. A)

· ExpressCard slot, optional Smart Card slot, fingerprint reader

Recording The Los Angeles Police Department “on the beat”

Considering that Britain’s traffic wardens are already handheld camcorders to record their daily activities, it's not too shocking to hear that the LAPD will soon be using a similar, albeit more extreme, version of employee recording. The department's chief has stated that a camera crew will now "follow officers through major incidents, recording their actions from the early roll call to the after-incident report." Supposedly, this all-seeing crew will ensure that police remain on their best behavior, and moreover, it promises that videoed evidence will always be available in the case of a discrepancy. The station has also announced plans to equip a helicopter with a long-range HDTV camera that will beam back images to a command station.

Gadget Of The Day!

The Acura RL. Yes, this is a car. This is the first car ever on this show and the Gadget of the Day segment. Surprised? Don’t be. This car has got all the luxury options in more expensive cars, but with a lower price tag. $54,000 fully loaded to the gills. Every option available in this car is included in the price. So in conclusion, the Acura RL is a car worthy of our spot of the Gadget of The Day.

American Airlines to provide on-board broadband!

Beginning in 2008, American will test the service on its 767-200 aircraft, which chiefly fly transcontinental routes. AirCell Chief Executive Jack Blumenstein told Reuters that the equipment costs about $100,000 per plane and that airlines can offer the service for about $10 per flight. Southwest Airlines Co., which hopes to attract more business fliers, has said it is working on offering Internet on-board its planes.

Despite the interest from airlines, a viable system has been slow in coming.