Apple Remote gets updated: aluminum, $19

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Apple, Home Entertainment, PC / Laptop

Apple has just released an updated Apple Remote, the first time the remote has been redesigned since its initial release. As you can see, the remote gains an iPod-like click wheel, and the play/pause button is now on its own. The remote supports iPod and iPhone when docked in the iPod Universal Dock, and also supports any Mac that has a built-in IR receiver. Apple says nothing about the Apple TV, but since it has an IR, this should naturally work there as well. You can order one now for $19, and it’ll ship in 2-4 weeks.

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Apple Magic Mouse: Multitouch, Bluetooth, one button mouse

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Apple

The Apple Magic Mouse is finally here, replacing the oft-despised Mighty Mouse. So, what’s makes this new mouse so magical? For starters, there are no moving parts, other than the actual button. Yeah, the whole mouse is a button, but you can do the right-, middle-, and left-click. You can also scroll with a swipe across the acrylic surface of the mouse, and it also supports a bunch of the multitouch gestures you are used to using on Apple notebooks, two-finger swipes and all. The Magic Mouse is wireless, supporting Bluetooth, and the battery lasts a whopping four months. You can pick one up today for $69.

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New iMac, Mac mini, MacBook, Magic Mouse, multitouch trackpad tomorrow?

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Apple, PC / Laptop, Rumors

Well, between the Barnes & Noble Nook and this piece of news, tomorrow is shaping up to be pretty exciting. Our boy John Gruber is making it known that it’s his belief that Apple is going to be releasing a bunch of new hardware tomorrow. What’s on the a-frienda? Well, for starters, a much needed update to the plastic white MacBook line. You know, the one that get left all to its lonesome when the aluminum MacBooks went Pro? The Mac mini should also see a spec bump, including one version that runs OS X Server. Definitely interesting, I’d love to see how they position that one.

More interesting, though, are the claims of an “impressive” iMac redesign. We’ve been hearing so many rumors on where the iMac is going to go that we’ll have to wait and see what comes out of Cupertino tomorrow. At the very least, they’ll be thinner - but we’re not holding our breath for Blu-ray support.

Even more interesting are the mention of two currently unreleased products. The first being the Magic Mouse, a replacement for the Apple Mighty Mouse that would sport a multitouch surface. We can definitely see that happening, and being included with the new iMac line. The Mighty Mouse needs to be replaced, and a multitouch mouse would play nicely with Snow Leopard. There is also mention of a multitouch trackpad add-on for desktop Macs, like the iMac, Mac mini, and Mac Pro. It certainly sounds intriguing, and would give desktop Macs the full functionality set that are found on the notebooks.

Of course, we will have all the details for you tomorrow when things start popping off!

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VR1 Bluetooth Headset records conversations

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, Cell Phones, Peripherals, Wireless / WiFi

You may have never heard of the VR1 Bluetooth headset, but it’ll go down in history as the first headset to be able to record 8 minutes worth of conversations or voice memos. The VR1 also features noise and echo cancelling, 6 hours worth of talk time, support for BT V2.1 + EDR, as well as 150 hours of standby time.  You can purchase the VR1 Recordable Bluetooth headset now for $109. 

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Griffin Reveal iPhone case review

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Apple, Cell Phones, Handhelds, Product Reviews

Griffin has recently released a minimalist case for the iPhone 3G and 3GS that they call Griffin Reveal. Right, we know what you’re thinking - with all the various iPhone cases out there, what’s so special about this one? Well, for starters, the Griffin Reveal is meant to stay out of the way. It isn’t bulky, and barely adds any thickness to your iPhone. In fact, it just adds 1.4 mm in thickness to the iPhone 3G or 3GS.

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Blue Microphones unveils Eyeball 2.0

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, USB, PC / Laptop, Peripherals

I’ve had a chance to try out the Blue Microphones Eyeball, and it’s a pretty good webcam.  Blue Microphones has just recently announced the Eyeball 2.0.  It has the same basic design as its predecessor with a retractable camera lens and big microphone, but includes a higher-quality lens and 2-megapixel camera.  It is available now for $79.99, but you can get it at $56 from Amazon.

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Dell Latitude Z introduces wireless induction charging

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, PC / Laptop, Peripherals

Dell‘s new Latitude Z has a few very features, with the highlight being a wireless charging station. You just place the notebook on there, and it charges without you actually connecting any plugs or wires. 

In addition to this wireless charging, the user also has the option of wireless docking to an accompanying monitor.

Another nice touch is the “instant on” feature, a sliding touch control not visible in the photo.  These controls can be customized by the user. 

Of course, all this will cost you.  The Latitude Z retails for $1,999.  The wireless charging station and the docking station are $199 each. 

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i.VoicePRO 901 Bluetooth headset takes on the Jawbone

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, Cell Phones, Wireless / WiFi

I’m sure most of you have at least one or two Bluetooth headsets by now, but here is one by i.Tech Dynamic that is perfect for a noisy environment.  The i.VoicePRO 901 has “advanced noise-filtering software and voice separation technology to provide clear phone conversation.”  If that isn’t enough to make your conversation clear, it also has wind resistance and echo cancellation. 

You should be able to purchase the i.Tech Dynamic i.VoicePRO 901 on Amazon for about $79.99.  Does anyone else think that it resembles a Jawbone?

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TRENDnet’s Wireless N USB adapter is world’s smallest

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, USB, PC / Laptop, Wireless / WiFi

We always get suspicious when we see the word’s “world’s smallest.”  In today’s technological world, that claim doesn’t typically last too long. 

It is TRENDnet who is making this claim on their “world’s smallest” Wireless N USB adapter, the TEW-648UB.  It features Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM) QoS so that your video, audio, and gaming activity gets prioritized, one-touch WPS technology, and will retail for a price of $24.99. Not bad. 

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Wacom Bamboo line picks up multitouch capability

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, USB, Peripherals

Wacom has put out a lot of great Bamboo tablet interfaces in the past, and they have just recently unveiled a new series that support multitouch.  This means that the user can use his or her fingers for multitouch gestures, along with the stylus. 

This multitouch capacity has been put on five different products with varying prices.  The Bamboo Touch and Bamboo Pen are only $69, while the Bamboo fun has all the features for $199. 

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