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It’s been a while since there has been some great Dell coupons to show off, so let me make up for that by showcasing a few, expiring favorites.

If you’ve been shopping for a new computer and haven’t had any luck finding a great deal, then maybe these Dell coupon codes will spark some interest in your buying appetite.

Check out these Dell coupons expiring July 2nd.

• Save $350 off Dell Inspiron laptop purchases over $1299. Dell code: N6DT1G$64M79BW

• Save $225 off Dell Inspiron laptop purchases over $999. Dell code: 67HLP4BL8WV6TD

• Save $319 off a Dell Inspiron laptop 1721, now at $799. Dell code: 7RGC5RLDQJM3TK
  Applicable E-Value Code: 6VAFF-DNDANA1

• Save $269 off a Dell Inspiron 1521 laptop, now at $699. Dell code: $KG62TJ2R51BM0
  Applicable E-Value Code: 6VAFF-DNDALA1

Just enter in any of the above codes during checkout, and the discounts will be applied automatically. Just makes sure you take advantage of them before the coupons expire on July 2nd.

To check out more Dell coupons and discounts on Smarter.com, click here.

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I want one! He’s cute, he’s techie, he’s the Wall-E Animator Robot!

Model created by Angus MacLane who actually helped animate the film. Pretty much makes any personal attempt to create one out of Legos an exercise in futility!

Source: Gizmodo

Meanwhile let’s Go-Go-Gadget Smarter Blog!

New Cell Phone Laws in California - Effective July 1st - No Exceptions!

Don’t be caught unaware, read more details about the new cell phone laws.

Check out the Worldwide Reveal Trailer for “Call of Duty: World of War” Trailer.

Miss the good ol’ days of Super Mario Brothers and Duck Hunt? Well so do I. Which is why you must check out the Retro Duo Gaming System.

This affordable console allows you to play both classic Nintendo Entertainment Systems and Super NES consoles.

Read the latest release rumors about the new 3G Apple iPhone

Well I will be one of these sorry chaps waiting in line for the new 3G Apple iPhone! So believe me when I say I have had my ear to the streets and have been hanging on every rumor or leak about what time they will start selling the new iPhones.

So here is what I have been able to gather, obviously everyone knows by now that the July 11th release date is set in stone. Regarding the time? Well here it is -

Rumor is it will start being sold at 8am!

They posted:

We just got a tip that AT&T store managers received emails stating that the iPhone launch would be at 8:00 AM on July 11th, and not 6:00 PM like last year. Our tipster stated this was 8:00 AM CT, but we’d guess if 8:00 AM was indeed the launch time, it would be 8:00 AM local time just like last year. We’re working to confirm this and the post will be updated when we do.

(Source: The Boy Genius Report)

That’s the latest my fellow die hard Apple fans. See you there!

I am going to just throw these words out there and if you were a child of the 80’s every single one of them will make sense to you. Ready?

Thundercats..
Snorks..
He-Man…

and of course… NINTENDO! (By the way I could have gone on for pages, but you get the point…)

Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Super Nintendo Entertainment Systems (SNES) were thee gaming consoles in my day! Well for my fellow nostalgic gamers who suspect there family, friends or spiteful spouses of getting rid of your “classic” Nintendo console, I found just the solution!

Say hello to the Retro Duo Gaming System !

So what is the Retro Duo gaming system? It’s basically a tiny console from Innex that accepts both NES and SNES cartridges.

As an added bonus, it’s Region Free, so you can play import games that never got released in the USA as well.

The best part about the Retro Duo? It costs $45.99 USD and comes with two controllers.

There you have it, dust off your old NES & SNES games and get cracking!

Check out the Worldwide Reveal Trailer for “Call of Duty: World of War” Trailer.

(click on the image to view)

HAHAHAHAH!! Okay I had to share this image regarding this New Cell Phone Law in California because it struck my funny bone, I think this fella is both genius and hugely idiotic at the same time. Where was I?

Here are the FACTS regarding the new Cell Phone Laws:

Effective: July 1, 2008

Two Laws Actually:

1.The first prohibits all drivers from using a handheld wireless telephone while operating a motor vehicle, (Vehicle Code (VC) §23123). Motorists 18 and over may use a “hands-free device.”

2. Drivers under the age of 18 may NOT use a wireless telephone or hands-free device while operating a motor vehicle (VC §23124).

• You can call 911 without using a “hands free” device.
• FEES: $20 (base fine) $50 (subsequent convictions) + penalties so it could go up to 3x base fine
• NO POINTS on your driving record, but it will appear as a CONVICTION on your driving record
• NO GRACE PERIOD: A copper will NOT tell you off with a first time warning, effective July 1st, they can pull you over and give you a ticket based on cellphone use alone
• ONLY DRIVERS - your car guests can blab away
• PUSH TALK - does NOT qualify as “hands free”

So those are the highlights, for more information go to: California Department of Motor Vehicles: New Cell Phone Laws

Looks like I am going to have to finally invest in those creepy ear bud things or better yet buy a car with blue tooth technology, hmmm I am leaning towards the new car.

If you need to purchase a hands free device to comply with this law, here are 3 unique offers you may consider -

1. Get 5-10% Cash Back + Free Shipping on orders over $30 at CellPhoneShop.com

• Sign up for a new account and that gets you $5 dollars
• Use coupon code: FreeShip to get free shipping on orders over $30
• Click on link and purchase product. Cashbaq gives 10% cash back on purchases.

2. Shop Ben’s Bargains “Bluetooth Area”

• No cashback here, but deals are advertised from New Egg, Buy.com, Geeks.com, and Dell Home. It’s updated daily!

3. My Consumer Guide features big box store Best Buy!

Hope this helps!

What do the geniuses of our future spend several weeks building? Answer: The supped up equivalent of a huge magnifying glass! This 12 foot mirrored dish can concentrate sunlight 1,000 times over, in fact in this picture we see the panel instantly igniting a plank of wood in its path.

So this is what MIT students do for fun . . . interesting.

Finish reading at: Gizmodo Gadget Blog

Whilst in the land of Smarter Gadgets:

Once he gets full range of his new Bionic leg, Nick your normal Gadget blogger will return shortly! In the interim you have ME! (cue applause)

3D Technology has come a long way since the days of Captain Eo! Read about new 3D Home Theatre technology…

My personal homage to the days of Duck Hunt on Nintendo, relieve stress at work by shooting ducks!

Check out new girl gadgets like The Shredder Pen! Now the sneaky little feline in your life can go about her gossipy buisness completely undetected. Wait!? Is that a good thing …

All in ONE Home Theater Console! Sync your Hi-Def DVR, Nintendo Wii, Apple TV, iPod dock and more into one simple and efficient spot. Read about the ITC One  from SE2 labs! 

I realize that this looks like the printer they happily destroy in the movie Office Space but don’t let it’s humble appearance fool you, this bad boy is sweeeet with a capital S.

What you are witnessing is the ITC One from the chaps at SE2 labs!

ITC One integrates a variety of the best components out there, including high-definition DVD players, audio components, video components, gaming systems, control devices, cooling systems and more. And the system is even available with displays, speakers and other peripherals for the most complete home entertainment setup available today.

ITC One helps simplify everything you want in a system down to a single, sleek, stylish and compact box. And then, once you have it built, all you need to do is plug it in and start enjoying your custom home theater experience.

What’s Included:

All the following components are included in your custom ITC One:

Yes, you read right, the unit cost $25,000 dollars! How badly do you want everything you love in one spot?  

To read more or purchase the ITC One at SE2 Labs, click here.  

Truth is when I initially saw this “Shredder Pen” marketed for the gals, I did not immediately think it was a pen! Ha! But that’s a rated R tale not suitable for the kiddies.

When I took a closer look, it turns out this is a pretty nifty gizmo for fledgling little gossips! As you can see it doubles as a shredder so you can instantly shred your naughty scribbles. This multi-purpose pen would have been a godsend back in high school, there were many a notes I wish I had shredded before those crafty nuns got a hold of the paper! (I went to an all girls private high school)

Plus it even has a built in FM radio with ear piece. Though in my experience if you are writing the type of notes that need to be shredded immediately you should have your wits about you, and do not lose yourself in the music. Pretty cool though! (For ages 6 - ?)

Source: ShinyShiny

I suppose you have never felt the sudden urge to go postal at work? Now just hold on a tic, by no means am I encouraging acts of random violence in the work place, but come on, we all have those days where nothing goes right and you would like nothing better than to slowly turn green and go “Hulk” on everyone!

Well for those moments in life I propose the “Duck Shooting Gallery” . The aim of the game is to fire your laser gun at the ducks as they scuttle behind the static targets. When shot they’ll drop dead, your score notches up, and then after a lightening bit of resurrection, they scuttle off again. An LED counter will tally up your canard casualties plus the game emits a real gun sound.

So I might be a little disturbed that such a game would truly ease my stress levels but I was a fan of the game Duck Hunt by Nintendo as a kid so I guess life swings full circle.

Click on the links if your interested…