Luxeed Dynamic Pixel LCD Keyboard

Posted by Jenny Lewis
Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Peripherals

Lusting after an Optimus Maximus OLED keyboard?  Don’t have the $1600 to drop on such a luxurious - albeit “OMGcooooool” - peripheral, especially when you already have a keyboard that (I’m assuming) works?  We just might have found you a happy medium.  The Luxeed Dynamic Pixel LCD keyboard retails for a comparatively bargain price of $199.99 (tack on an extra $35 if you need a keypad, though that won’t light up).  You won’t get the awesome program-specific key layouts like the Optimus features, but you will get the pretty colors and soft lighting, all of which are programmable with the included software.  ThinkGeek is currently the only place in the States that the Luxeed is available, so get those credit cards ready!

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Three-in-One USB Mirror Web Camera

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Accessories, USB, Cameras, PC / Laptop

We have found a webcam for narcissists. The three-in-one Mirror Web Camera works as a regular webcam with a 1.3 megapixel resolution, a mirror for those times when the boss is coming, and a spycam for unsuspecting coworkers. The mirror has 24 white LEDs to really make you feel all-important. The cam works with IM or Skype, supports USB 1.0 and 2.0, and has a SuppoLens for rotation adjustment. Compatible with Windows XP/Vista, the 150 x 260 x 120mm device comes with a cable and adapter and carries a price of $79.00.

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Luxeed Dynamic Pixel LED Keyboard

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Videos, USB

For those who want more color in their lives, Luxeed’s Dynamic Pixel LED Keyboard should do the trick. With 430 LEDs, each key can light up when you press it or you can get a wide variety of lighting settings that can be saved on four preset buttons. The keyboard comes in black or white at a size of 15 x 7.5 x 1-inch and has a standard USB connection. Compatible with Windows XP/Vista, Mac or Linux users can get the keyboard but will have no effects. The Luxeed peripheral will set you back $199.99 and if you want a matching keypad that doesn’t light up, it is an additional $34.99. Frankly, they make us a bit dizzy.

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water buoy Saves Gadgets in Water

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, Transportation

There you are, tooling around in your kayak and you drop your keys. Aren’t you lucky that you have your own water buoy? When the gadget hits water it inflates its enclosed balloon and your keys return to the surface. There is also an LED light that blinks for up to 24 hours for night time losses. Because the water buoy can hold up to 1kg, your can attach other necessities that tend to slip out of your pockets. Get your own for € 30,00 (~$47.00.)

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USB LED Light Tube Speaker

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Accessories, USB, Music, Portable Audio / Video

If you are an aficionado of mood lighting, this should be a welcome addition to your desk top. The USB LED Light Tube Speaker connects to iPods, MP3, MP4, MD, CD players, notebooks, PCs, PDAs, PSPs, cell phones and other digital devices with its 3.5mm stereo audio connector. The 150 x 45 x 45 mm blue light tube features stereo sound on its 72 x 78 x 25 mm base. Audio and USB cables are included in the $22.00 price.

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Tokyoflash Galaxy Watch

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Clothing, Misc. Tech

Tokyoflash has another new and confusing timepiece. The Galaxy works by one touch, which starts animation and then displays the time on digital tube LEDs. The 12 yellow bars are the hours, the 11 red bars are groups of 5 minutes, and the 4 green bars represent each minute. Press the lower button and forgo the animation. Available in silver, the Galaxy carries a price of ¥13,900 (~$132.85.) We have been telling you about Tokyoflash’s watches for so long that we think we almost have the hang of it.

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Rockport Outdoor Electric Fireplace

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Household, Misc. Tech, Music

We’re glad that someone has almost caught on that fireplaces could be cool hot outdoors, too. Dimplex’s Rockport Outdoor Electric Fireplace is a 26-inch electric fireplace with an LED flame effect. It has an audio MP3 input and concealed speakers. Debuting at the 2008 National Hardware Show, the fireplace is fully weatherproof, comes with a 20 foot cord, and the company claims that its annual cost is less than $10.00, based on 4 hours a day. Contact Dimplex for pricing.

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Great Gadgets for Kids

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, Toys

Our buds at gadget4all have a couple of new fun and useful things for the kids in your life. Their Kitty Hand-Pressing Torch has two white LEDs, is lightweight and portable, and is environmentally friendly with no batteries needed since you charge it by hand. It’s available for $11.00. The Bear Baby Bath Thermometer helps to measure the baby’s (or your) tub temperature and automatically turns on when it hits the water. It floats, too, and is available for $12.00.

(Thanks, Fanny)

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Oberon S-Mode Series Watch

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Design, Misc. Tech

It’s been awhile since we heard from Tokyo Flash and see that they have another new watch to confuse us. Their Oberon S-Mode series has a stainless steel body with full face black mineral crystal lens. The blue LEDs are a bit simpler to read than some of their others, with the outer ring as the hour, the second showing minutes, and the inner one is minutes in groups of ten. Another button push and you get the date. At a size of 38 x 38 x 11 mm and a weight of 150g, the Oberon carries a price of ¥15,900 (~$159.25.)

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4-in-1 LED Light

Posted by Sheila Franklin
Categories: Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Transportation

Here’s another multi-functional take along for your car or office. The 4-in-1 LED Light features adjustable lighting for emergencies and a laser pointer for waving down unscrupulous ETs. The magnetic base attaches to your dashboard or PC in case you work in a dark cubby. We guess the fourth usage must be the clip on the side to prove to everyone that you are not simply a nerd with only pencils in your pocket protector. The light is available for the mini-price of $5.99.

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