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Zircon Sonic Measure tapeless tape measure

December 2005 | Zircon

Measure twice, cut once. That's the old adage. Although with a Zircon Sonic Measure, you'll want to measure all day long, because it's now easier than ever. As its name suggests, the Sonic Measure bounces sound waves off distant surfaces to gauge the distance as if it had a tiny bat or dolphin built in. A laser targetter also helps you to ensure that you're taking the reading from the correct spot.


iVideos

Apple iPod digital music and video player

December 2005 | Apple

Apple certainly hasn't been quiet in recent months in regard to the iPod. First was the diminutive Nano, then the iTunes-enabled telephone, the Motorola ROKR, and now the video iPod. The new iPod is similar to previous versions of the top-end model, with the recognisable white and metal colours and scroll wheel, although it is thinner than the last version.