In the realm of gadgets, 2012 has been a year for redefining the norm. Not since the release of the first generation iPad have we seen so many new precedents in popular technology established. What’s new became old this year; and what’s newer has garnered fresh and innovative ways to interact with our digital media. In honor of 2012, here are five of the year’s standout gadgets that demolished the old technological bandwagon and built a new one.Nintendo Wii U:
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Armed with features its predecessor could only dream of like high definition visuals and an improved online interface, the Wii U solves many old problems while revolutionizing video game and player interaction. The home console’s controller and tablet hybrid, known as the Wii U Gamed Pad, has the potential to alter traditional game play with its standard controls, touch-pad capabilities, and 6.2 inch high definition screen. Additionally, the Wii U’s list of launch titles suggests a degree of third-party developer support lacked by a Nintendo console in nearly two decades.Pebble E-Paper Watch:
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The Pebble E-Paper Watch exemplifies the future of wrist wear. Utilizing a clear e-paper display, apps and other information stored on an iPhone or Android smartphone can be seen and controlled through a Pebble device via Bluetooth connectivity. View incoming calls, texts, emails, and even Facebook updates on this innovative watch without having to pull a phone from your pocket. Even more exciting, additional applications are being made available to expand the functionality of the Pebble, perfecting further this new marriage between smartphone and watch.iPad Mini:
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Pushing the boundaries of portability and functionality, Apple designed the iPad mini to offer a smaller, more affordable version of their iconic tablet. Behind its vibrant 7.9 inch display, this shrunken iPad packs a dual-core A5 chip processor that makes possible the full iPad experience on a much smaller canvas. In fact, besides the reduced screen size, functionality between the iPad mini and its larger counterpart remains roughly identical. Both offer fast processing power, 1080 p video recording, a 1.2 megapixel front-facing camera for video calling, and over 275,000 applications available for download among other commonalities.Acer Aspire S7 series and Windows 8:
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Microsoft’s introduction of the tablet-inspired Windows 8 interface catalyzed the advent of a whole new breed of PC notebooks. So far, the Acer Aspire S7 series represents the pinnacle of these new notebooks, perfectly harmonizing traditional notebook functionality with Microsoft’s new touch-based operating system. Currently offered in an 11 and 13 inch model, the Aspire S7 ultra-book boasts a 1080p IPS touch screen that fluidly translates touch motion into action. With both models weighing less than 3 pounds, the elegantly designed 11 and 13 inch models are respectively powered with Intel Core i5 and i7 processors.Nokia Lumia 920:![Nokia_Lumia_920]( "Nokia_Lumia_920")
Running Microsoft’s latest inception of Windows Phone, the Lumia 920 is well equipped inside and outside its sleek polycarbonate unibody design. Powered by a dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor, the Lumia 920’s 4.5 inch display and 8.7 megapixel camera are the device’s most notable features. Utilizing PureMotion HD+ technology, the Lumia 920’s display provides unparalleled brightness and responsiveness to touch, while the PureView camera captures some of the best pictures ever seen on a smartphone regardless of unfavorable lighting and motion.
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Armed with features its predecessor could only dream of like high definition visuals and an improved online interface, the Wii U solves many old problems while revolutionizing video game and player interaction. The home console’s controller and tablet hybrid, known as the Wii U Gamed Pad, has the potential to alter traditional game play with its standard controls, touch-pad capabilities, and 6.2 inch high definition screen. Additionally, the Wii U’s list of launch titles suggests a degree of third-party developer support lacked by a Nintendo console in nearly two decades.Pebble E-Paper Watch:
The Pebble E-Paper Watch exemplifies the future of wrist wear. Utilizing a clear e-paper display, apps and other information stored on an iPhone or Android smartphone can be seen and controlled through a Pebble device via Bluetooth connectivity. View incoming calls, texts, emails, and even Facebook updates on this innovative watch without having to pull a phone from your pocket. Even more exciting, additional applications are being made available to expand the functionality of the Pebble, perfecting further this new marriage between smartphone and watch.iPad Mini:
Pushing the boundaries of portability and functionality, Apple designed the iPad mini to offer a smaller, more affordable version of their iconic tablet. Behind its vibrant 7.9 inch display, this shrunken iPad packs a dual-core A5 chip processor that makes possible the full iPad experience on a much smaller canvas. In fact, besides the reduced screen size, functionality between the iPad mini and its larger counterpart remains roughly identical. Both offer fast processing power, 1080 p video recording, a 1.2 megapixel front-facing camera for video calling, and over 275,000 applications available for download among other commonalities.Acer Aspire S7 series and Windows 8:
Microsoft’s introduction of the tablet-inspired Windows 8 interface catalyzed the advent of a whole new breed of PC notebooks. So far, the Acer Aspire S7 series represents the pinnacle of these new notebooks, perfectly harmonizing traditional notebook functionality with Microsoft’s new touch-based operating system. Currently offered in an 11 and 13 inch model, the Aspire S7 ultra-book boasts a 1080p IPS touch screen that fluidly translates touch motion into action. With both models weighing less than 3 pounds, the elegantly designed 11 and 13 inch models are respectively powered with Intel Core i5 and i7 processors.Nokia Lumia 920:
Running Microsoft’s latest inception of Windows Phone, the Lumia 920 is well equipped inside and outside its sleek polycarbonate unibody design. Powered by a dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor, the Lumia 920’s 4.5 inch display and 8.7 megapixel camera are the device’s most notable features. Utilizing PureMotion HD+ technology, the Lumia 920’s display provides unparalleled brightness and responsiveness to touch, while the PureView camera captures some of the best pictures ever seen on a smartphone regardless of unfavorable lighting and motion.
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