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Luxpro Introduces shuffle Knock-Off Luxpro introduces their screenless flash player that bears what some might call a slight resemblance to the iPod shuffle in both looks, appearance and, well... name. The Super Shuffle (MX-575D) comes in 512MB and 1GB and plays back MP3, WMA and WAV alongside its FM-tuner and built in voice recorder. Rumor has it they'll be showing it at CeBit, so if Joel can find Luxpro's booth, we may get some actual photos for you. I can't imagine them being able to sell this anywhere outside of China, but that's probably a good thing. Product Page [Luxpro via DAPreview] - cardinal (editor@gizmodo.com) [Gizmodo] 6:05:19 PM

Apple Announces Support for Blu-ray In what's sure to be a big blow to HD DVD, Apple has announced that they will support the Blu-ray format for all future high-capacity, plastic-disc needs. Joining the Blu-ray Disc Association, Apple will become a member of the consortium's Board of Directors. Dual layered Blu-ray discs presently support 50GB, compared to the capacity of a dual layered HD DVD at 30GB, which has seemed less promising from the get-go. Of course, we've been clamoring about the defeat of HD DVD since October. We just love it when we're right about these things. Apple Joins Blu-Ray Disc Association [Designtechnica] - cardinal (editor@gizmodo.com) [Gizmodo] 5:53:23 PM

Principles for the Internet in the age of terrorism. Cory Doctorow: In Madrid, they're honoring the anniversary of the March 11 train-bombing with a summit on Democracy, Security and Terrorism. Dan Gillmor is there, in a working group on terrorism and the Internet, and they've drafted a fantastic set prinxiples for the Internet in the age of terrorism, click the link for the whole thing and a message-board where you can discuss it. I. The Internet is a foundation of democratic society in the 21st century, because the core values of the Internet and democracy are so closely aligned. 1. The Internet is fundamentally about openness, participation, and freedom of expression for all -- increasing the diversity and reach of information and ideas. 2. The Internet allows people to communicate and collaborate across borders and belief systems. 3. The Internet unites families and cultures in diaspora; it connects people, helping them to form civil societies. 4. The Internet can foster economic development by connecting people to information and markets. 5. The Internet introduces new ideas and views to those who may be isolated and prone to political violence. 6. The Internet is neither above nor below the law. The same legal principles that apply in the physical world also apply to human activities conducted over the Internet. Link Update: Bill Thompson points us to "the Atocha workshop tomorrow, in the station -- where Joi and Dan will be talking again, and Meeting on March 11 -- giving people around the world a chance to remember victims of terror and talk about what's happening in Madrid - including the role of the Internet!" [Boing Boing] 3:18:17 PM

Live from CeBIT: Siemens' Laser Phone Actually Works So that Siemens laser phone we talked about yesterday actually works (or there is a working model, I should say. The ones I looked at were just mockups). I took a short video, but the laser is so faint, you could just barely make out what was going on (as it is, I tweaked this picture to make it clear). And that's why you won't be seeing this in any phones soon: even the demo model used a special plate to make it pop more. Siemens' demo guy told me they hope to have a working color model within a few years, then maybe an actual production model a few years after that (so read: effectively never). Disclaimer: We're here at CeBIT as Siemens' guest, although we've no editorial commitments, because the people at Siemens aren't cocks. - lev (tips@gizmodo.com) [Gizmodo] 10:09:15 AM

Nokia To Redesign N-Gage QD Nokia is looking to redesign their N-Gage, saying "we're looking at new colors, a new look and feel for the QD in the next few months." If they can figure out a way to paint the N-Gage to look like a PSP, they might be on to something. Suffice to say, I don't think color is the issue here. That pic is, by the way, not the new design. Nokia to Redesign N-Gage [TechDigest] Related: Nokia N-Gage QD Review [Gizmodo] - cardinal (editor@gizmodo.com) [Gizmodo] 10:08:41 AM

Sony Ericsson ROB-1: Bluetooth Camera Robot Sony is showing off the ROB-1, which starts off on the right foot by naming itself after our favorite dead-end Nintendo product of yore. It's a robot Bluetooth camera, which you can control with the joystick of your phone, and even receive a live broadcast of what the robot is seeing if you use a Sony Ericsson P900/P910. Believe it or not, Sony Ericsson is actually planning on commercializing the ROB-1, so if you need a robot guard that can only work from about 30 feet away, keep an eye out around Q3 '05. - lev (tips@gizmodo.com) [Gizmodo] 10:07:48 AM

TomTom RIDER: GPS for Bikes TomTom is showing off their newest GPS unit for motorcycle and other bike riders, called the TomTom RIDER. It looks similar to the TomTom GO model for cars that was released fairly recently, except it is weather-proofed, has an anti-glare screen with sun visor, and features Bluetooth pairing with wireless headsets and helmets to broadcast turn-by-turn audio instructions. No pricing yet, but it will be available this summer. World's first navigation system for motorcycles and scooters [GadgetryBlog] - lev (tips@gizmodo.com) [Gizmodo] 10:07:31 AM