SanDisk Extreme Pro gives you 90 MB/second

Posted by Mark Rollins Categories: Accessories, Storage

SanDisk has just announced their Extreme Pro Compact Flash memory cards, which have lightning speeds of 90 MB/second.  This is double the performance from SanDisk’s predecessors, and the storage capacity ranges from 16 to 64 gigabytes.  The price of them is $300 for the 16GB and $800 for the 64GB. 

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Illuminated Mouse Pad Calculator with USB 3 Port Hub

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, USB

CPAs and others who are constantly fighting with numbers will appreciate this Mouse Pad that also works as a 10-digit calculator that includes M+, M-, MRC calculation and has an on/off switch when only the pad is needed. It will light up in the wee small hours of the morning and can be used as a USB 1.1 port hub. The device will work by LR44 battery (included) or 5V adapter (not included) and has a price of $17.99.

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Kingston DataTraveler 200 Flash Drive

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Storage, USB

Kingston’s DataTraveler 200 can handle up to 128GB of flash memory. The company’s Andrew Ewing says it can hold an entire library of music, photos and videos, not to mention large databases. The DT2000 has password protection and needs no administrations rights. Choose between a 32GB for $120.00, 64GB for $213.00 and the humongous 128GB at a price of $546.00.

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Samsung YP-U2Z Flash Memory/MP3 Player

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

Save that memory while playing your fave tunes with Samsung’s YP-U2Z. The super thin player combines a 1GB flash memory with a player that can handle MP3, WMA (with DRM), OGG, ASF and WAV files. It also features a graphic equalizer, 12 presets, a Digital Natural Sound Engine and a 4 line LCD. With playback and recording, expect up to 13 hours of play with its rechargeable battery via USB. At a size of 87.5 × 24.4 × 12.6mm and a weight of 28g, the YP-U2Z has a price of ¥9,980 (~$85.00).

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Super Talent 18-Carat Gold USB Drive

Posted by Patrick Phelps Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, Storage

Looking for a gift for that special someone who already has everything beyond reason? Memory specialist Super Talent has announced a limited availability custom made solid 18-Carat gold “collector’s edition” of their Pico-C drive. The $599.00 8GB plug-and-play drive features up to 200X (30MB/sec) data transfer speed, is water resistant and comes with a matching gold keychain and a black velvet box. The device also includes a serialized certificate of authenticity, FIPS certified AES-256 encryption and can be laser etched with text or a company logo – if I could get my hands on one, it would certainly be etched with my own initials – proving that bling is a term with infinite possibilities.

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Epsom Toyocom Develops Anti-Shake Technology

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Cameras, Cell Phones

Photography 101 taught us the the faster the shutter speed, the less blur. But because most cell phone cameras cannot be adjusted, most images come out fuzzy at best. Epson Toyocom has addressed the issue with anti-shake technology. It predicts the amount of blur before the moment the shutter is released as opposed to current technology that measures it at release. Cost is expected to be lower because the microcontroller and sensor needed are less expensive than such technology as a dedicated optical system and a memory chip.

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USB Mirror Card Reader

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

The USB Mirror Card Reader is for all girlie girls and metrosexuals who are geeky, yet vain at the same time. Foldable and at a size of only 64 x 55 x 20mm and a weight of 50g, the card reader supports M2/T-Flas /MicroSD/Mini SD, SDHC/SD, Memory Stick PRO/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, and MMC/MMC-II/RS MMC/MMC Plus. With a transfer speed of up to 480Mbps, the reader will work with both Windows Me/2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS X 10.2. Choose from blue or gray for $15.00.

(Thanks, Fanny)

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1920s Style Spirit Clock CD Radio

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video

The 1920 Style Spirit may look retro but is as modern as it gets. The device is a 4-hand analog clock with alarm, AM/FM radio, and a full feature CD player with programmable memory. Encased in wood, it has a metal handle, steel toggle switches, and a backlit dial. At a size of 5 x 11.5 x 6.25-inches, it puts out 0.8W per channel and carries a MSRP of £129.95 (~$257.00.) A Clock Radio version is also available for £99.95 (~$198.00.)

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Card Reader Doubles as USB Hub

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, Storage

We are not exactly sure why this device was designed the way it was, but perhaps its inventors were going for something that would fit right in with your messy household. It looks like a can, but is in fact a Card Reader and 3-port Hub Combo II. It supports SD, SDHC, MMC, XD, CF, and T-flash/MicroSD. It will also transfer files to your PC by USB 2.0. At a size of 58 x 58 x 88mm and a weight of 101g, the plug-and-play reader/hub needs Windows 2000/XP/Vista to run, comes with a USB cable, and has a price of $20.00. Just don’t mistake it for a Coke while it is plugged in.

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USB Light Stick Speaks for You

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, USB

Light sticks have come a long way. This one features a 32 LED display and will support BMP and JPG banner creation via USB with 128 x 32 pixels. The Light Show Stick has a built-in memory and can store about 85 characters and powers up with 2 included AA batteries. It comes with a neck strap so you can take it to all the important events of the season and a driver CD to help you master its abilities. At a size of 295 x 36 x 18mm and weight of 98g, it has a $22.00 price.

Read More | Brando

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