Sunday, September 21, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BELIZE



Today is Independence Day in Belize and as a true Belizean I take this time from the norm to wish each and every Belizean a happy Independence Day. Long Live Belize and Long Live the Belizean People.


Love Alway,

Brenda A. Ysaguirre

Saturday, September 20, 2008

WHO INVENTED THE USB WHO CALL A FLASH DRIVER?



When did usb flash drives emerge? Who invented usb flash drives? What's the difference between a USB Flash Drive and a Flash Drive? Well, The USB Flash Drive was introduced in 1996. The USB interfaced NAND memory was invented by Dov Moran. He worked for M-Systems, where the very first Flash Drive was manufactured.
Netac and Trek2000, Ltd. developed similar porducts about the same time. All three companies, M-Systems, Netac and Trek2000, have very similar and hotly disputed patents. The first Flash Drive was manufactured and distributed in Europe under the "disgo" brand name. It was only available in four sizes; 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, and 64MB. The first distributor in North America was IBM.

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

WHAT GADGET NEVER BECAME SUCCESSFUL? PART IV



During the 1930s, body massage was not seen as a luxury or part of being pampered but was, correctly, regarded as important for maintaining healthy skin and good circulation. However this functional-looking dynamo massager appears neither pleasurable nor safety conscious, as it gave tiny electric shocks to the user.

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

WHAT GADGET NEVER BECAME SUCCESSFUL? PART III




Highwaymen were a real danger in the late 19th century and this cunning design might just have saved your honour, property and even life. A dainty weapon was concealed in a secret compartment of this seemingly normal ladies' purse. The barrel could hold only one bullet - so you had to make your shot count.

Monday, September 1, 2008

WHAT GADGET NEVER BECAME SUCCESSFUL? PART II



The clockwork mechanism on this 1870s burglar alarm was wound up and the upright lever set, before the device was placed at the foot of a door and a spike pushed into the floor. If an intruder tried to enter, the lever would be pushed down and set off the surprisingly loud and effective bell.