The new TLP-XC2500U LCD projector from Toshiba combines a projector with an integrated document camera. It has 2500 lumens and is expected to cost about $1,500. If there is one technology I’d like to see in every classroom, it’s an
Good MP3 player for schools
If you’re looking for an inexpensive MP3 player, I love the Philips GoGear 1 GB player. It has two features that are great for schools: rechargeable batteries and a built-in voice recorder. It also has a very convenient retractable USB
Constitution Day
September 17 is Constitution Day. (Federal regulations mandate that all schools receiving federal funds hold an educational program related to the Constitution on September 17 each year. Since the 17th falls on a Sunday this year, this can take place
Palm registration message
If you are annoyed by Palm’s invitation-to-register-your-handheld message often popping up on your desktop, here’s how to get rid of it. Go to C:Documents and SettingsuserStart MenuProgramsStartup (the exact path may be slightly different depending on your system). In that
RSS aggregators for handhelds
One way I keep up with news and all the web sites I read regulary is to subscribe to their RSS feeds and have them automatically downloaded to my handheld. That way I can read them whenever I have a
Wikipedia
I hear a lot of interesting talk at schools these days about Wikipedia. If you aren’t familiar with Wikipedia, it proclaims itself as “the free encyclopedia that anyone can edit.” The conversations about Wikipedia around schools range from schools who
Podcast from your phone
Many of you have seen me demonstrate the amazing application with which you can record a podcast from any phone and have it posted directly to a web site without having to touch a computer. To do this, you first
Folding SD card
The coolest new gadgets I’ve used in a long time is the new folding SD card from Sandisk. This storage card literally folds, allowing you to insert it right into the USB port of your desktop or laptop computer. No
RCET Ubiquitous Computing DVD
On a long plane ride today, I took the opportunity to watch the Kent State’s RCET Ubiquitous Computing DVD. It was well-produced and had a lot of thought-provoking information. I was especially intrigued by vignettes about cell phone use for
Mid-Atlantic Handheld Conference
I just returned from the Mid-Atlantic Handheld Conference in Salisbury, MD and really enjoyed this year’s conference. I really liked the atmosphere of a smaller, focused conference and would love to see more of these types of events across the