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Lock Up Your iPod Shuffle with Podolock
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, Apple, Misc. Tech,
Unfortunately, because of its high price and coolness factor, iPods are targets for theft. And the compact size of the Shuffle makes it especially vulnerable. A solution? The Podolock is an acrylic case you slide your Shuffle into (you can still access all the controls). Insert the supplied durable-strength cable through the case, attach to clothing, objects or even a keychain, and you’ve instantly secured your precious iPod. It’s certainly a step up from simply clipping the Shuffle to your jeans. Available for $20 USD.
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Charge Batteries Using USB Port With USBCell
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech,
We recently stated that Bluetooth is our new BFF, thanks to its numerous and revolutionary uses. Well now we have a second BFF, for pretty much the same reasons: the USB port. There seems to be no end to the (sometimes wacky) uses for this under-appreciated power source, from thumb drives to heating up gloves. And now comes USBCell, rechargeable batteries from Moixa. Just flip down the battery’s cap, plug into a USB port, and you’re instantly recharging. Easy and portable, no wires or cables, perfect for travelers. Currently, USBCell is only available in AA cell, with 9-Volt and (love this) cell phone batteries coming soon. A 2-pack of AA is available for just under $22 USD plus free shipping.
Read More | Moixa via Shiny Shiny
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Still hankering to show off your school spirit, even though March Madness is over? Consider a USB Flash drive with the logo of your favorite college team, courtesy of PNY. Guaranteed coolness on campus and off, and a great conversation piece to boot. The drives come in 1GB, 2GB and 4GB sizes, with prices ranging from a reasonable $15-$45 USD. However, this “special pricing” from PNY only lasts until April 16, so hurry!
Read More | PNY
Gallery: PNY’s College Logo Flash Drives
List of Pre-loaded Content on Xbox 360 120 GB Hard Drive
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Microsoft, Storage, Video Games,
While we recognize that the Xbox 360 Elite is pretty much just an expensive, black Xbox 360 with an HDMI port, the fact that it comes with that extra-fancy 120GB hard drive can’t be overlooked. Oh, wait, actually, it can. Seeing as how the 120GB HDD will also be available as a standalone product, current Xbox 360 owners have no need to upgrade to the Elite, lest they really want that HDMI 1.2 output goodness. If you are in that category, be forewarned - any downloadable content you purchased on your current Xbox 360 isn’t just going to straight up work if you pick up a new Xbox 360 Elite - not unless Microsoft lightens up on the restrictions currently imposed on Xbox Live downloads. You might be better off with just buying the new 120GB HDD and calling it a day. Heck, whether you get the drive on its own or with the Elite, you also get a bunch of content pre-loaded onto the thing. We have the full list for you after the jump.
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Remote Simplifies Home Entertainment
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Home Entertainment, Music, Wireless / WiFi,
The site may look like one of those “As Seen on TV” types, but we like the looks of the X10 iconRemote. With its simple set-up wizard, you can store up to ten icons with you or your partner/spouse’s fave channels. The remote features one button to turn on your TV, play a DVD, or turn up your surround sound. The X10 comes with 3 AAA batteries which last up to a year. If you doubt the company’s sincerity, they offer you a “30 day risk-free money back guarantee.” At a price of only $129.99, we can put up with the garrish graphics while we order one.
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RoboForm2Go: Your Passwords in Your Pocket
Posted by Sparky Categories: Accessories, USB, PC / Laptop, Software,
With so many web sites, applications, and services out there on the internet requiring passwords, we are required to remember a dizzying array of usernames and passwords to live our digital life. Browsers and email clients usually have features to remember these passwords for us, but that solution falls short if you use multiple computers, or particularly if your primary internet access comes from public web terminals. Luckily, RoboForm2Go has introduced a portable and secure password management solution in the form of a USB key.
The RoboForm2Go software can be bought separately or pre-loaded onto a USB flash drive. The software requires no install, and can work on any Windows computer with a USB port. The RoboForm2Go software automatically stores your usernames, passwords, and other information for you on the USB thumb drive encrypted with AES 128bit encryption to keep your login information safe should you use the drive. The RoboForm2Go software will also automatically generate random passwords for each new website you visit to help increase security, and will remember your credit card information to make shopping online a breeze.
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Read More | RoboForm2Go Product Page
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Transcend’s JetFlash 16GB: One Huge Thumbdrive!
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Storage,
With all our digital storage needs these days, the thumb drive industry is growing by leaps and bounds. But the Mother of All Thumb Drives seems to be Transcend’s mammoth JetFlash 16GB. So next time you need to store 4,000 MP3s, 150,000 photos, or over a million Word documents (we hate when that happens!) JetFlash will do the job with ease. In addition, JetFlash can actually be compressed for more space(!), and can be assigned a password—which we highly suggest. Available for $304 USD.
Read More | Magnese
Gallery: Transcend’s JetFlash 16GB: One Huge Thumbdrive!
Yoggie: Miniature Security Device for Your Laptop
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Internet, PC / Laptop, Wireless / WiFi,
With telecommuting growing by leaps and bounds and free WiFi access becoming more and more prevalent, protecting vital information on your laptop is of the utmost importance. Help has arrived in the form of Yoggie, a palm-sized device that houses 13 security products. Once plugged into the USB port, Yoggie offers such safety measures as anti-spam, anti-phishing, anti-spyware, anti-virus, a firewall, intrusion detection/prevention, and much more. Yoggie will put you back $199 USD, but we feel that beats the trials and tribulations of having your identity stolen by a 12-year-old hacker.
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Warm Up Your Hands with USB Gloves
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Wearables,
Okay, we know it’s March and Spring is just around the corner. But as cold as our floor gets at work, we think this item could be used all year long. They’re wool USB gloves, which once plugged in, actually warm up your hands by 10 degrees in five minutes! There are two levels of heat, and finger holes for typing ease. Unfortunately, you will need to use two of your precious USB ports to plug in the gloves. And ladies, not only are they stylish, but they make a great conversation piece while you’re typing away next to that hottie at your local cafe…
Available for $23 USD.
Read More | Perpetual Kid
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Password Manager Released by Military
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Misc. Tech, Storage,
Because some of us at Gear Live have CRS (“Can’t Remember S***) disease, we have to just keep using the same old passwords or alter them by adding a single digit. Thankfully, the U.S. Military has made available the USB connectable Mandylion Password Manager to the general public after 3 years of testing in warfare.
The gadget can manage up to 50 log-ins, security codes, or safe combinations, up to 14 characters in length. It can also prompt you to change your password at preset intervals and will save all your former data in permanent storage. A mere 2.5 x 1.5 x .375-inches, The Mandylion comes in its own cradle and carries a one year warranty. Its available at
ThinkGeek for $49.99. We are just hoping that we don’t need a password to turn the thing on.
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