1. World's First Personal Electric Helicopter
Behold the E-volo Multicopter, with 16 whirling blades with one brave soul sitting in the middle, this electro-chopper can fly for at least 10 minutes before it needs a recharge. Courage not included.
2. Canon EOS C300 Digital Cinema Camera Unveiled
If film is dead, electronic cinematography is flourishing, as evidenced by Canon's C300 cinema camera unveiled at Paramount Studios this week. Available in January of next year, the $20,000 shooter is aimed at professional filmmakers who will love its super-HD resolution and high-quality lens selection.
3. 2012 Ford Focus Electric Now Available for Pre-Order
It looks like a typical Ford Focus, but under the hood is a 130hp electric motor whose battery can take you 100 miles before you need to charge it up again. With a top speed of 84 mph, the Ford Focus Electric's price might go over too well, starting at $39,200 -- that's before you start piling on the options -- but keep in mind, there's a federal tax credit that'll give you $7,500 back for buying one.
4. Amazon Prime, Now With Kindle Book Lending
The best deal in the tech world just got even better, where in addition to Amazon Prime's free two-day shipping and unlimited streaming of some of its movies for those who pony up the $80-per-year fee, now you can borrow some of its vast Kindle book library free. I bought into Prime last year, and even though I was a bit reluctant at first, now it looks like a great investment. Sign me up again, Mr. Bezos.
5. I'm Watch for iPhone, Android
Billed as the "world's first true smart watch," this bauble wirelessly connects with iPhones and Android smartphones, and while that handset stays in your pocket you can remotely navigate its apps and menus on the I'm Watch's touchscreen. Pre-order one now, get it Jan. 30, 2012.
6. SoundFreq Sound Stack
I was astonished by the sonic clarity of this SoundFreq Sound Stack Bluetooth speaker dock, pumping out powerful bass and realistic sound that's just as good as Bluetooth speakers costing $200 more. Check out my hands-on review here
7. Jawbone Up
Wear this colorful Jawbone Up wristband, and it keeps track of your sleep and exercise, storing its data on a colorful iPhone app. Aiming to please, it wakes you up with a gentle vibration, and ties together exercise and sleep patterns to give you a comprehensive look at your overall health.
8. BMW Color Heads-Up Display
Keep your eyes on the road with this BMW heads-up display, showing you all the info you need to know in full color. It displays GPS navigation, current speed and cruise control settings, as well as warnings for lane departure and pedestrian recognition. And instead of distracting you, this $1,300 option promises to make you a safer driver. Available on the next-generation BMW 3 Series starting in February, 2012.
9. Yahoo IntoNow Listens to What You're Watching on TV
Imagine your iPad sitting on your lap like a smart little lapdog, listening to the TV shows you're watching and recognizing them, promptly showing you pertinent data about that show right there on your tablet. That's Yahoo IntoNow, a tablet app that's your TV-watching assistant. Hey, this would be great for all kinds of sports, and instant answers to "who's that guy -- what show have we seen him on?" questions.
10. Apple's Updated Glass Cube Fully Revealed
Apple's made that impossible-looking Fifth Avenue store cube in New York look even more spectacular with less hardware and even larger panes of glass. Instead of the 90 pieces of glass on the original version, this one only has 15. It's got to be the most elaborate store entrance in the world, which befits one of the world's most profitable retail spaces per square foot.
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