If you suffer from acid reflux, heartburn or simply have a sensitive stomach, the Hourglass Coffee Brewer can help take the sting out of coffee.

The coffee is cold brewed, which means it contains 69.6% less acid than regular hot-brewed coffee and produces a taste that isn’t as bitter.

You don’t need electricity to use this coffee maker, but you do need a bit of patience, as there’s 6 pieces to this appliance and a bit of legwork involved.

1. Add coffee grounds to the stainless steel filter
2. Put the brewing chamber over the filter and fill with water
3. Attach the carafe and let steep for 12 hours (longer for stronger coffee)
4. After steeping, flip the hourglass over and the concentrate will drain into the extract chamber
5. Mix a bit of the extract with hot milk, cream or water to make hot coffee or enjoy cold

A few other benefits:

I’m glad I don’t have to go to such lengths to enjoy a cup of coffee, but for those who simply can’t stomach regular java, it’s certainly a great way to enjoy coffee again.

Hourglass Coffee Maker Via Trends Updates

I’m not a fan of vacuuming, but if I must, the 18V Black & Decker Cordless Pivoting Floor Vac makes it a bit easier.

First, it’s a cordless vacuum cleaner, and that alone wins half the battle. Here are few other features that score points:

Black & Decker 18-Volt Cordless Pivoting Vacuum

So if your like my gadget buddy hoser and purchased an iPhone, your probably wondering whats with the new iPhone 3G S that makes it different from the earlier releases.

First of all the S in 3G S stands for speed. This iPhone will be much faster in many different ways. Starting with a new processor that will enable it to load applications faster. From an internet perspective, utilizing an upgraded provider 3G network it is expected to load web pages and launch internet applications up to 2x faster compared to the “legacy” iPhone 3G.

Also, the iPhone 3G S features a new video camera and hands-free Voice Control. The Video camera capabilities now allow you not only to take video snaps but also allow you to edit, share, email and post them with the iPhone.

Apple’s vision is a genius as it has also provided a linkage with other products by including:

* Internet Tethering – a feature that allows you to share the 3G connection of your iPhone with your Mac and PC

* Nike + iPod – slip the Nike + iPod Sensor into your Nike shoe and start your workout. You will be able to capture time, distance, calorie burn and other information from your workout.

The bottom line is, if your one of the many people who purchased the original iPhones, is it worth spending the money to upgrade?
Specifications

• 3 Megapixel camera with auto focus
• Voice control calling
• Updated 2D graphics for gaming
• Built in Digital compass
• Features to help the hearing impaired: VoiceOver screen reader, Zoom, White on Black display, Mono, Audio etc
• New Voice Memos application
• built-in digital compass
• Includes built-in Nike + iPod support.
• Availability: June 19th

iPhone 3G-S

Packing for a camping trip some times can be tedious, especially if you have a small vehicle.

The Light Cap 200, is a small compact cap that fits on standard 2.25″ bottles, turning them into solar powered lamps. It is totally safe and only requires 2.6 ounces of water (along with some sun) to work.

Specifications

• Fits all standard 2.25” diameter bottles
• Weighs just 2.6 ounces
• Safe, tough, fully sealed light system
• Daylight sensor turns it off automatically
• Swivel retaining ring for carrying and hanging
• Four Super-Bright white LEDs
• Can be used as a solar flashlight
• Safe, long-lasting, internal NiMH battery
• High output solar panel charges fast
• Totally sealed, waterproof switch
• Leak-proof internal O-ring for tight seal

SolLight Lightcap 200 Water flashlight

Once again as summer approaches, the prices of gas are starting to sky rocket up. One day, we will all be able to laugh at the gas gouging companies that seem to take advantage of the population.

Guy Negre, president of “MDI group”, a company that has the first car to run on compressed air. It is anticipated that it will go on sale in France next year, boasting “zero pollution” and a cheaper alternative to today’s gas consuming vehicles.

The car’s engine uses pressurized air to turn the pistons. The engine only emits fresh air out of the “frozen” exhaust pipe. Monsieur Negre and the MDI group have also created other vehicles including the CityCAT and OneCAT’s. The only thing I can add to this is, I can’t wait the day.

Specifications

• Dimensions Length 2.65 m x Width 1.62 M x Height 1.66 m
• Weight 730 pounds
• Travel 93 miles/hour
• Number of Seats 3
• Inventor Guy Negre
• Airbag, air conditioning, ABS, 3 seats
• Max speed 110km/h; Dual-energy2 125km/h; Dual-energy4 140 km/h
• Co2 emission in urban use 0 g/km
• Approximate price 9200 Euros

MiniCAT

Meet the world’s first ultra-portable espresso machine called “The Twist”.

Environmentally friendly, it requires no external power, just simply add hot water, and your ready to brew. The power for the Twist comes from standard gas cartridges (100% recyclable), which can produce up to 8 single shots, or 4 double shots on a single use.

Not only is this a great tool for your kitchen, but also fantastic for camping and the cottage.

Specifications

• Brewing time 20-30 seconds for an ideal extraction
• Composition: medical grade polycarbonate, with an aluminum frame
• Capacity: 8 single shots, or 4 double shots
• Power: standard gas cartridges
• Company: MyPressiTwist
• Size 10.5” length by 3.5” width by 3.5” height
• Weight 16 ounces
• Pressure 135 psi (9 bars) over the entire shot

mypressi TWIST

If your anything like me, at times you have problems find your car in a busy mall. During busy seasons (i.e. Christmas) this problem only gets worse as parking spots are a premium.

IDC has developed the Ecco Intelligent Digital Compass Personal Pocket GPS Locator to help solve this problem. This small high tech GPS helps users to locate their car within seconds. Once you park your car, just simply ‘lock’ your starting location and the GPS locator will help get back easily. The Ecco Pocket GPS will store up to three separate locations.

Now only if I could get a GPS system to help me find my keys or the remote control in the family room.

Specifications

• Range of 10 feet to 9,999 miles, worldwide use
• Self-contained system with no need for a receiver in the car
• No monthly service charge
• Dimensions: 5.5 x 1.5 x 9 inches
• Rechargeable battery USB connection at home, computer, or in your car.
• Built in electronic compass. Display directional arrow, direction and distance counts down as you move.
• Accurate to within 10 metres.
• Battery: 1 month standby. 2 weeks if used for 10 min per day.

No more lost keys ..

Garmin, makers of GPS equipment, has branched off into the personal fitness equipment market.

The Garmin Forerunner 310XT is a personal fitness trainer located on a wrist watch. This device is ideal for triathletes as it is waterproof. The transition from the water to the bike is made easy with the optional quick release and bike mounts.

The in built GPS will also track your location and exercise speed.

Specifications

• Waterproof: Works in 50m deep of water
• In built GPS to track speed and location for up to 20 hours
• Soft-strap waterproof heart-rate monitor (optional)
• Dimensions: 2.1 x 0.8 x 2.2 inches
• Weight: 2.5 oz (72 g)
• ANT+™ wireless technology automatically transfers data to your computer
• Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion
• Battery life: 20 hours, typical
• Optional Bike speed/cadence sensor and foot pod

Garmin Forerunner 310XT Trainer