Top 10: 2009 Status Gadgets
Think an iPhone will still impress? Pick up these 10 gadgets in order to have envious eyes looking your way.
By Adam Weinberg,
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This article is sponsored in part by Lexus (What's this?)
From the business world to your immediate group of friends, guys are always trying to one-up each other through their gadgets. In any walk of life where status is important, our personal electronic accessories have always essentially been an extension of personal success. In a market like gadgets that is always evolving, improving and upgrading, your slick and new device may have become nothing more than ordinary by the time you unbox it.
This list of the top 10 2009 status gadgets is designed as a road map to point out what will be some of the most exclusive, talked about, elite gadgets of the coming calendar year. Whether you’re looking for something to show off or just to enjoy the newest and greatest electronics, these status pieces are worth the attention.
Page 2: mypressi TWIST
Price: $129.00
What is it: A sophisticated and compact portable espresso machine that can offer up barista-level coffee anywhere, anytime.
What makes it elite: Espresso no longer has to be associated with big hulking machines and slow-moving coffee shop lines. This stylish gas-cartridge-powered gadget can deliver a flawless shot of caffeine any time you need it. The mypressi TWIST requires no batteries or wire hookups, and it works with your favorite ground blend or a ready to use E.S.E pod to give you plenty of beverage options.
Page 3: Samsung HMX-R10 HD Camcorder
Price: $500.00
What is it: This gadget takes the latest mini HD camcorder craze and supercharges it with high-end features and renowned Samsung style.
What makes it elite: Most compact HD recorders shoot in 720p and have minimal internal storage -- not the HMX-R10. This tiny powerhouse has a 5x zoom that shoots in full 1080p resolution and has a 2.7” LCD touchscreen. Besides the HD filming, the camera is also capable of capturing still photos with up to 9MP. The otherworldly design is both eye-catching and functional, giving you 25 more degrees of field vision for more natural images.
Page 4: Onkyo Bluetooth iPod Headphones
Price: $270.00
What is it: These padded headphones deliver high-quality sound minus the annoying, tangling wires of your standard iPod earbuds.
What makes it elite: Being able to ditch those restrictive white cords isn't the only benefit of using Onkyo Bluetooth iPod Headphones. Specifically, they were designed with a recording-studio-level frequency response time of 50Hz to 20Hz for superior clarity. The whole gadget is encased in a stylish metallic shell, which is a serious upgrade from the clunky plastic you are used to shoving in your ears. The battery life on the Onkyo headphones is an impressive eight hours, allowing you to listen to wireless audio for the duration of a long cross-Atlantic flight.
Page 5: Jawbone PRIME
Price: $130.00
What is it: Aliph’s coveted Bluetooth headsets get a boost in both function and form with the technologically impressive Jawbone PRIME.
What makes it elite: With unique features like the Noise Assassin, no single Bluetooth device is better at canceling out environmental interference and supplying top-notch audio quality. For on-the-go users, Aliph has introduced digital wind reduction for the Jawbone PRIME, making it easy to hold a clear conversation while outside walking or driving on a crowded freeway. For the color-minded status-conscious, this gadget is also offered in a bold array of hues, such as red, yellow and purple.
Page 6: Livio Radio
Price: $150.00
What is it: A poshly designed radio that can stream unlimited music from websites such as Pandora to anywhere you have access to the internet.
What makes it elite: This is the most stylish innovation in internet music services. With built-in Wi-Fi and ethernet capabilities, the Livio Radio gives you easy access to over 11,000 sites and lets you customize your musical preferences by rating each song as it plays. With additional audio inputs for digital music players like the iPod or Zune, the Livio Radio offers endless personal music options with next-generation sensibilities.
Page 7: Dell Latitude E6400 XFR
Price: $4,300.00
What is it: A powerhouse laptop that was engineered from the bottom up to withstand the toughest environments you can throw at it. The rugged and rough exterior gives way to a proficient beast of a computer within.
What makes it elite: There aren't many laptops that are made out of a Ballistic Armor Protection System, but that is exactly what the XFR is. With double the strength of the strongest magnesium alloy models, and a higher drop rating than any other laptop available today, the Latitude is damn near indestructible. The PrimoSeal technology makes the computer virtually invincible to dust, wind and liquid, while protecting the Intel Core 2 Duo processor and 14.1” impact-resistant LCD screen inside.
Page 8: HTC S743
Price: $490.00
What is it: A multimedia-loaded compact smartphone that manages to pack in a slide-out full QWERTY keyboard while still retaining its slim form.
What makes it elite: Located beneath the sleek exterior of the HTC S743 is a Windows Mobile-running smartphone that is as adept at handling business applications as it is personal activities. The robust connectivity of the HTC S743 includes built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth support, GPS navigation, and national 3G network usage. The 3.2MP camera shoots both still and video images in bold resolution, with easy uploading and sharing.
Page 9: Omega 2009 Ploprof Diver's Watch
Price: $7,700
What is it: A modern update on the professional diver’s watch, the Omega 2009 Ploprof is the culmination of four years' worth of development and 40 years of history.
What makes it elite: The Omega 2009 Ploprof is more watertight than a military grade submarine, and features elegant and refined pieces such as a coaxial Caliber 8500, a security push lock and a stainless steel case that is ocean-resistant for up to almost 4,000 feet. In fact, the attractive band on the Ploprof is actually made entirely of shark-proof mesh.
Page 10: Nikon D5000
Price: $850.00
What is it: This digital camera bridges the divide between point-and-shoot devices and pro-level DSLRs. The Nikon D5000 is loaded with all the high-end features reserved for complex upper-echelon cameras, but without the high degree of execution
What makes it elite: When it comes to innovation, the Nikon D5000 has it in spades. Starting with the 12.3MP sensor that can shoot not only amazingly clear resolution photography but also high-definition video, this camera is packed with options and capabilities. Thankfully, Nikon has taken a page from the most successful compact digital cameras by allowing you to control the D5000 through an easy and attractive 2.7” LCD touchscreen. This interface puts things like 11-point autofocus with 3D tracking, ISO 6400 and numerous scene modes at the tip of your fingers, and is beyond simple to operate.
Page 11: BeoVision 9
Price: $19,000.00
What is it: A cutting-edge 50” plasma HDTV from the innovating minds at Bang & Olufsen.
What makes it elite: Besides being one of the most uniquely designed flat-panel sets ever created, the super luxurious BeoVision 9 features an integrated center channel speaker with an acoustic lens and an automatically calibrated picture. After every 120 hours of viewing, the BeoVision 9 uses a robotic white balance arm to optimize your TV’s picture quality. In addition to a silver and black color configuration, Bang & Olufsen will also be releasing limited quantities of frames in red and blue.
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