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Vocal JoystickThe University of Washington has designed Vocal Joystick software to assist those with disabilities. “Ahh” means go northwest, “ooo” makes it go south, and “ohh” makes the cursor go southeast. Vowel sounds make circles, while the voice volume controls the speed. A simple clicking noise opens a link. The researchers have already tested their joystick at the UW Medical Center and are about to begin the next round. The system only needs a mic, a PC with sound card and a voice to operate.

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Apollo ProImation’s Apollo Pro WX appears to be the first wireless USB hard drive. It will provide auto-backups when it is within range of your PC. The WUSB will range in capability from 250GB to 1.5TB. Note that it may turn out that users will have to put up with a slower speed with the initial drives. Check with Imation for price and other USB drives.

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USB Drive/OpenerSo here’s how you justify a working lunch. Take your co-workers and your laptop to the local hang-out, order a tall one, then pop out your TrekStor combination USB 2.0 flash drive and bottle opener. Available in 1, 2, 4, 8, and 16GB models, the drives are made of brushed aluminum. Compatible with both Windows and Mac, prices start at €6.99 (~10.00) for 1GB up to €49.99 (~$72.00) for the 16 gig model. Look for an October debut.

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Finger Flash DriveWe came across Jason’s Creations on Etsy and dug his USB Flash Drive Fingers. He describes them as both “cool and creepy.” We agree. There are four of them at this point, each plug and play and test driven. Pick one for $20.00 or look at his other ideas that include a Han Solo Carbonite USB Flash Drive, various strange coaster sets, and a lamp made from a Sobe Green Tea bottle with LEDs.

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iPod classic 120GB

As part of this morning’s Let’s Rock event, Apple announced that the was going to be available in one model from here on out, that being 120GB. While that is down from the 160GB model that was available previously, it is also up from the 80GB version that most people were buying. In case you didn’t know, that amount of space gives you the ability to save 30,000 songs. 30,000! Does anyone really have the time to do download, and listen to, that many songs?  If so, I’d like to meet him (or, more appropriately, her) - on second thought, maybe I don’t.  In either case, this will be the only version of the classic iPod moving forward and it will retail for a cool $249. You can order one now at the Apple Store Online.

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Q-Car Flash DriveRacing Car Mouse

Even if your first car is a gas-guzzling SUV, you can show the world that you mean well with the Q-Car USB 2.0 Flash Drive. The device holds 8GB memory is only 65 x 25mm and weighs 15g. Available in blue only, it carries a price of $49.00. And if you really want to impress, a Racing Car Mouse is also available for plug and play with a price of $14.50 in four different colors.

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Jetflash USB DriveWe really like the looks of the JetFlash V20 USB Flash Drive. With its pearlescent chassis and color band that lights up, store all your files, music, images and videos. It is compatible with Windows Me/2000/XP, Mac and Linux, so you can transfer your data to any or all three. And it will hold 64GB in all, which to us is not too shabby. Contact Transcend for price and availability.

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USB Nail DriveUSB Guard Dog
Another gimmicky USB 2.0 memory stick. The Nail holds 2GB and comes at a size of 9 x 3.4cm for $43.39. Leave a hammer lying next to it and you might get some attention from your co-workers. When they get too close, you know that no one will steal it if you also have your USB Guard Dog plugged in. With built-in sensor, Desktop Rex will growl if anyone gets close. He can also run on 3 AA batteries (not included) for $21.69.

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Techno BoxWe are always looking for anything that will tidy up our desktop or to use when traveling. For an inexpensive docking station, consider the Techno Box. Charge your MP3 player, PDA, pager, cell phone, or other electronic device. Plug into a socket with one cord and you get neat. Available in grey/white plastic, it’s 9.5 x 6.3 x 4.3cm and comes with a 30 day warranty. You can get the Techno Box for a slim $38.00.

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Bento Smart StorageWho knew the Pottery Barn could carry something as nifty as the Bento Smart Storage? Made of MDF with a glass lacquer finish, and at a size of 8.5 x 9-inches, the recharging station has a hinged lid and a drop-down concealed powerstrip. It has 2 electrical receptacles, a telephone jack, a rj45 data jack and two USB ports. A surge protector is included in the device and a top shelf can hold your smaller gadgets. The Station comes in blue or white with a $69.00 price.

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