Not as popular as the iPod Nano, nor creating a frenzy like the Xbox 360, these “hi-tech” products are simply too expensive or boast features that exceed the typical needs of consumers.
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Want to escape the cold world to play Halo 2 for a few hours without interruptions? The “Cocoon” Oculas, made from fiberglass (used in automobile manufacturing), functions as a “personal entertainment theater,” compatible with PC, Mac, Xbox, PSP 2, allowing you to listen to music and watch DVDs on a 23-inch flat screen. Price: $45,000. |
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Equipped with AMD’s dual-core processor, the Voodoo 709 is considered one of the fastest laptops in the world. Price: $4,200. |
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Samsung showcased the world’s largest LCD TV this year: 82 inches, surpassing Sharp’s record of 65 inches. Price: over $60,000. |
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Phase One has started shipping the P45 digital camera with an unprecedented resolution of 39 megapixels, allowing for sharp and detailed photos. |
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The Env Mike motorcycle, powered by natural energy (a combination of hydrogen and oxygen), does not run very fast and lacks polish. However, it only emits water and operates relatively quietly. Price: $6,000. |
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This diamond-studded version is heavier than the original iPod Nano, thus losing the allure of being “light as a feather” that users appreciate in Apple’s music player. It is adorned with 586 diamonds (10.36 carats). Price: $12,495. |
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The Continuum Audio Caliburn recording system, software-based, was launched at CES 2005 in January. There are only three Americans who own this device. Price: $38,000. |
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This extravagant computer system, coated in 24-carat gold, will leave anyone in awe. The limited edition Voodoo OMEN 24K features a cooling system, AMD Athlon 64 FX-57, Nvidia SLI technology, an ASUS motherboard, and Corsair Micro memory. Price: $8,000. |
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VisualStation is a disc-shaped display by Elumens (USA). It utilizes a lens and LCD projector to display images on a 1.5-meter tall screen. Price: $20,000. |
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The X-Desk customization system includes 2 to 32 SlimLine LCD screens ranging from 19 to 40 inches with aspect ratios of 5:4 and 16:9, all elegantly installed. Price: $772,452. |
Hai Nguyen